Absorbing God’s Word
“Then he looked at those seated in a circle around him and said, “Here are my mother and my brothers! Whoever does God’s will is my brother and sister and mother.” Mark 3:34-35
Applying God’s Word
Was Jesus being disrespectful to His own family in the scripture above? I don’t think so. I believe He was simply distinguishing the difference between believers and non-believers.
When I decided to get to know Jesus intimately, my friendships with folks who were also seeking more intimacy with Jesus grew. Interestingly, my relationships with non-believers grew as well.
Many non-believers I associate with have varying opinions about faith, life, death, and God. Jesus does not force us to follow Him. Therefore, He does not expect us to force others either.
Tonight, my wife and I are going to dinner with friends who are not followers of Christ. They know about our love for Jesus. Will God use tonight as an opportunity to draw them closer to His heart? Maybe and maybe not.
Accounting of God’s Word
Do I see myself seated in that circle around Jesus? Does He call me His brother or sister? Is my life a reflection of Jesus life?