Word@Work 013 - Mark 1:32-34
Published: Wed, 11/28/07
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Read Mark 1:32-34 That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. The whole town gathered at the door, and Jesus healed many who had various diseases. He also drove out many demons, but he would not let the demons speak because they knew who he was. (NIV)
Diseases of the body and mind have long perplexed humanity. But Jesus knew their origin - a by-product of Satan's seduction and rebellion against God. Their healing was a sign that the authority of Satan was not only under threat but would eventually be overturned. So Jesus' early ministry demonstrated the supremacy of the Kingdom of God. At the same time, God showed His mercy and kindness to many whose lives had been torn by sickness.
Statements such as 'all the sick', 'whole town gathered', 'healed many' and 'many demons' emphasised that there was a massive problem of unresolved disease. The fact that they emerged only after the Sabbath sunset, showed that religion only prevented relief reaching the oppressed. It was Jesus, and Jesus only, who could destroy the works of the devil - and prevent the demons from having any say in the matter.
Most offices, schools, professional practices and industrial sites are full of hurting people who have been disillusioned by religion. Without Jesus, no creed can console a breaking heart, and no ritual can bring peace to the sinful conscience. However, knowing that Jesus is present in the workplace (in the heart of a believer), may spark that curious longing that only He can satisfy. There is every good reason to announce that the Lord is here and His Spirit is with you. For some of your dis-eased colleagues, it is just the news they have been waiting for!
Prayer: Dear Lord God, thank You that Your compassion can reach every dis-eased person who I meet today. Give me the courage to announce Your presence. For Christ's sake, Amen.
You can read more of this Bible passage online - in English and other languages - share the Bible with your friends!
Diseases of the body and mind have long perplexed humanity. But Jesus knew their origin - a by-product of Satan's seduction and rebellion against God. Their healing was a sign that the authority of Satan was not only under threat but would eventually be overturned. So Jesus' early ministry demonstrated the supremacy of the Kingdom of God. At the same time, God showed His mercy and kindness to many whose lives had been torn by sickness.
Statements such as 'all the sick', 'whole town gathered', 'healed many' and 'many demons' emphasised that there was a massive problem of unresolved disease. The fact that they emerged only after the Sabbath sunset, showed that religion only prevented relief reaching the oppressed. It was Jesus, and Jesus only, who could destroy the works of the devil - and prevent the demons from having any say in the matter.
Most offices, schools, professional practices and industrial sites are full of hurting people who have been disillusioned by religion. Without Jesus, no creed can console a breaking heart, and no ritual can bring peace to the sinful conscience. However, knowing that Jesus is present in the workplace (in the heart of a believer), may spark that curious longing that only He can satisfy. There is every good reason to announce that the Lord is here and His Spirit is with you. For some of your dis-eased colleagues, it is just the news they have been waiting for!
Prayer: Dear Lord God, thank You that Your compassion can reach every dis-eased person who I meet today. Give me the courage to announce Your presence. For Christ's sake, Amen.
You can read more of this Bible passage online - in English and other languages - share the Bible with your friends!
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