We are less than 2 weeks from completing our study on Matthew. I have learned so much about King Jesus, his Kingdom, and my role within this glorious kingdom. God's Word is so good and I am excited about today's study by my friend, Jessica Honc! My Bible is open to Matthew 26:1-13. When you are there already, please read through the passage. You can also read it online HERE!!! (Love, Tera)
The Plot to Kill Jesus
It is almost humorous to read how the chief of priests, scribes, and elders believed they would be able to trick Jesus and how they wanted to wait until after the feast to arrest Him in order to keep a riot from occurring. Jesus already knew exactly what was going to happen as well as the exact day.
There is no "hiding" or "tricking" God. What we may believe we are doing secretly, or even thinking to ourselves, He is fully aware of. We cannot surprise Him. We can, however, affect Him by our response to Him.
The Anointing at Bethany
The woman who anointed Jesus with expensive oil affected Jesus and the disciples by her response to Him. To do something which seemed so rash to the others, I cannot conclude that she gave her actions much thought. She simply reacted to Jesus. She was blessed for this and in turn, the others were schooled.
When we put aside what the world or others may think of us or how they may react to us as we respond to the Holy Spirit, not only can we be pleasing to the Lord and be blessed by our actions, but we can cause those around us to see things in a different light. In essence, opening their minds and then hopefully their hearts to Jesus.
Let us infect the world with the light that shines within us by thinking less and responding to the Holy Spirit more!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: JESSICA HONC is the wife of 14 years to Will, and homeschooling mother of three children. She is the Director of Freedom Fellowship Home School Co-op. Jessica has served in many different capacities at Freedom Fellowship in Silsbee, Texas, such as librarian and children's teacher.
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