Devotion for Friday, May 15, 2026

“David himself calls Him ‘Lord’; so in what sense is He his son?” And the large crowd enjoyed listening to Him” (Mark 12:37).

We can be guilty of torturing a text, but perhaps more often, we do not see what it is actually saying.  David’s Son is called Lord.  We have heard and believe that Jesus is God in the flesh, born in time and space, yet also the Alpha and Omega.  He told us before it came to pass.  So also, there are many things He teaches us along the way, as we are able to hear, but the most important You already know: Jesus is Lord.

Lord, help me to understand what You would have me know with the words You have given me through Scripture.  Help me also to not worry about what I do not understand.  You have already given me the words of everlasting life.  Help me move beyond just listening to You, to applying what You have said, for if these are the words of everlasting life, then I need to receive them and be prepared to spend eternity with You.

Lord Jesus, You have shown the way and set me upon it.  Your word also tells me that I am to be conformed to Your image.  Guide me today and every day You give me, to walk in the way You would have me walk, doing those things which will shape my character, and lead me in the way You know I need to go.  I know You are my ever-present help; teach me to abide