a child of god
this is the way, run in it
Reading in Luke 8 today, I am struck by the companionship between Jesus and His disciples. They were going around together, doing everything together. Can you imagine getting to go around with Jesus? Looking at the word “companionship”, here are some synonyms: friendship, fellowship, closeness, togetherness, amity (lovely, old-fashioned, word, isn't it?), intimacy, rapport, camaraderie, a band of like minded people, company...
I know what it is like to be with my friends, out on an adventure, getting ready to have some fun, and even better, being given a God task to do together. There is nothing else like it for bonding people together, growing together, getting to know each other and trust each other more, finding out what you are capable of together. Can you imagine doing that with Jesus? Wow! In Luke 8, it’s not all fun and games either, for the disciples. There were ministry moments, and there were moments that looked dangerous to the disciples (the storm in the boat), and the response of the people around them was mixed: some thankful for healing, others afraid of the supernatural power displayed, or upset at the cost financially (the herd of pigs who drowned in the sea because of the demons cast out). And teaching. Pearls of wisdom and life giving words from Jesus, for those with ears to hear, and for the disciples, a fuller explanation. And what were the disciples, Jesus’ friends and people He called “brother/family”, to do with that learning? Display it, for all the world to see and hear. “Now no one after lighting a lamp covers it over wi h a container, or puts it under a bed; but he puts it on a lamp stand, in order that those who come in may see the light.” (Luke 8:18 ) Jesus, Light of the world! For all the world to see!
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
Franci Ballwatching and working for the kingdom of God in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham - UK Archives
January 2019
Categories |