“And he began to implore Him earnestly not to send them out of the country. Now there was a large herd of swine feeding nearby on the mountain. The demons implored Him, saying, “Send us into the swine so that we may enter them.” Jesus gave them permission. And coming out, the unclean spirits entered the swine; and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the sea, about two thousand of them; and they were drowned in the sea” (Mark 5:10-11).
The wicked seek death. Even the demons, cast out, fled into death. The devil promotes sin and death, seeking those who will follow Him. Jesus comes to free us so that we are set on the path which leads to life. This world is better understood when you see those who promote power (which leads to death) versus those who tell of Jesus and the life which He offers through grace.
Lord, help me to understand things such that I better understand the state of this world. I often settle for simple things and stay with my own pleasures. But the things of this world are fleeting and there is no peace. You have come to free me from the curse of death to live the kind of life which You have intended for us to live from the beginning. Set my heart aright and help me see and follow the path of righteousness.
Lord Jesus, You cast out the demons that are in me. Sometimes I let them come back in. Lead me away from those things which harm me and help me to live the life which You intend for me. Put in me a right mind and guide me along the paths of righteousness for Your name’s sake. Guide me, Lord, now and always so that I may continue on the path which You have set before me. Amen.
