John 18
What Jumped Out:
22 When Jesus said this, one of the officials nearby slapped him in the face. “Is this the way you answer the high priest?” he demanded.
Why it Jumped Out:
There is a way that seems right to a man that leads to his death.
This official, with authority and on a mission, out of respect for a high priest did not recognize the Truth about Jesus and by striking, Him, attempted to silence the Words of God, condemn Him and had chosen to exalt man over the Lord, who was and is the High Priest in the Order of Melchezidek. While empowered through religion, he clearly missed the Coming of the Lord.
How this Impacts my Life
I need Holy Spirit. There are people and scenarios that I am involved with and in some instances have measures of authority. May I never exalt man above you, your Kingdom and your Word. Without pride and arrogance, I desire to stand for the Truth in God’s Righteousness through Christ Jesus, and desire for His Kingdom to stand and forcefully advance according to His Will.
My Prayer
Lord, thank you for filling me with the Holy Spirit. Thank you that promotion belongs to you. Help me Lord to proclaim your Name, even during times of temptation. May my needs and desires never override, influence or sway me to defame, doubt, offend or deny you in any way. Help me to emphatically say “”No!” to worldly “duties” that bring harm. Father thank you for getting glory from the Death and Resurrection of our Lord. May your will be done in my life,
In Jesus Name,
Amen.