Devotion for Sunday, February 8, 2026

“Having eyes, do you not see? And having ears, do you not hear? And do you not remember,  when I broke the five loaves for the five thousand, how many baskets full of broken pieces you picked up?” They said to Him, “Twelve” (Mark 8:18-19).

The Lord is telling us to connect the dots that He shows us.  How often do we go around saying we do not understand when He has placed before us all that we need to know so that we may understand.  The Holy Spirit grants wisdom to those who are willing to see and hear.  You do not have because you do not ask.  Ask the Lord and He will open your hearts and minds to see and understand.

Lord, You know where I am ignorant.  You know where I am naive.  You know where I have need.  Take away any pride that stands in the way of my humbly coming to You and asking for all that I need.  Guide me to learn how to faithfully trust You for all things.  In Your goodness and mercy, teach me so that I may see what You show me, hear what You say, and understand that You are the One who saves me.

Lord Jesus, You have given us the words of eternal life.  Often, I act as if I have not heard nor seen all that You have done for those who believe.  Mature me in faith so that I may humbly walk in Your ways all the days of my life.  Guide me to live according to the word You have given and not settle for the grumbling of my sinful body.  Lead me Lord to learn how to live from You and for You.  Amen.