THE STORY OF JESUS: Luke 9:37-45
“It was concealed from them, so that they might not perceive it.” (Luke 9:45)
The disciples cannot heal this boy, or understand Jesus’ words.
This is not surprising, we still see this among disciples today.
But who is keeping them from understanding what Jesus says?
At one time I thought that it was God preventing them, for some deeper purpose.
But knowing how the deceiver works, also in my own life, I now think it is him.
“In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.” (2 Corinthians 4:4)
The deceiver has been holding me back with lies and lures through the years.
Even though I learned lots seminary, I feel like I am still just beginning to understand.
But Jesus keeps on working in me, teaching and training me, though I am slow to learn.
And like the disciples, it may take time, but I am moving in the right direction.
The thing is, Jesus is still teaching me, and Satan is misleading me… but what am I doing?
“Let these words sink into your ears!” (Luke 9:44)
I need to be an active learner, a serious student, open to relearning and changing.
We should not be surprised that we don’t still don’t understand things, or do what Jesus did.
But we should be surprised – and concerned – when we stop trying to learn and grow.
“And they were afraid to ask him about this saying.” (Luke 9:45)
Don’t be afraid to admit you don’t know, don’t be afraid to ask.
It’s the only way we can grow in to the life and teaching of Jesus!
What do you sense the Lord saying to you?
PRAYER
Lord, I am still weak as a disciple. I have a lot to unlearn and relearn. The deceiver has been a good concealer… but You are a better Teacher. I choose to keep letting Your words sink into my ears.