Wednesday, where’s Jesus?

It would seem that the gospel’s are silent on the whereabouts of Jesus on this day of Holy Week.  Perhaps he remained in Bethany with Mary, Martha and Lazarus, taking a needed day of rest.  Tomorrow will be a trying day with the Last Supper, Gethsemane, His arrest, beating and trials by night leading to crucifixion on Friday.  Jesus knew what was coming and how his human body would need strength for tomorrow so He rested.  Even though He was God, He felt all the pain and fatigue of a man when He was within His earthly body.  So He needed rest today.

What do you need today? Here are a couple of scriptures for you to mediate on to encourage and strengthen you.  David knew his need for the Lord and relied upon Him each day.  psalm 137

Though I walk in the midst of trouble,
    you preserve my life;
you stretch out your hand against the wrath of my enemies,
    and your right hand delivers me.
The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me;
    your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.  Psalm 138:7-8a

 

Trust in the Lord, and do good;
    dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness.
Delight yourself in the Lord,moxie
    and he will give you the desires of your heart.

Commit your way to the Lord;
    trust in him, and he will act.
He will bring forth your righteousness as the light,
    and your justice as the noonday.  Psalm 37:3-6

Jesus knew the Psalms of King David and perhaps He drew strength and comfort from these words too.  Let them bring you peace and rest today.

trustPrayer:  Lord God Almighty, You and You alone know what my future holds.  You promise in your word that you know the plans you have for me, plans for my good.  Strengthen me today and cause me to commit my way more fully to you that I may delight in you.  Hold me with your faithfulness and show me your hope and love.  Thank you for your restoration as it will be exactly what I need for today.  Amen.

Looking to Jesus, the faithful one,

Linda

P.S.  Moxie is defined as -courage and aggressiveness, nerve. skill and know-how.  All of that we find in the Lord.
    

 

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