What a Shock??? Not a Shock!!!
Rev. Enoch Thompson | July 28, 2024 | John 14:29
KEY VERSE:
“I have told you now before it happens, so that when it does happen you will believe.” John 14:29 (NIV)
MESSAGE:
If the Lord Jesus had died in our days the obituary would have read, WHAT A SHOCK! For the obituary of a young man of 33 years, one who was so gentle and kind, a miracle-worker, an excellent teacher with a possible political future of overthrowing the Roman colonial forces, being enthroned king of Israel and re-establishing the Kingdom of David, yes, WHAT A SHOCK!
The shock would even be more when one considers the fact that He was arrested without Him resisting with His supernatural powers or calling down angels from God the Father, WHAT A SHOCK!
The Lord Jesus prepared His disciples to see and understand that His death and the circumstances around it were not an accident to Him and were not to be a shock to them. As God in human flesh, He knew the end from the beginning and was therefore able to tell the disciples what was about to happen to Him.
We as His disciples live with the veil of our humanity preventing us from knowing fully and understanding completely. There are many things about life and death, about the now and the future we cannot understand. But when we reflect on the life of the Master, we must appreciate the fact that He foreknew His impending death and set out to face it in order to purchase our salvation.
FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:
Are you surprised the world hates you, and that Satan and his demonic hosts find human accomplices to trouble you? Don’t be shocked, our Master warned us of these things. WHAT A SHOCK??? NOT A SHOCK!!!
PRAYER:
Dear Lord Jesus, you took the sting out of death and made empty the boast of the grave and of the devil and the world. Please help your Church to walk in your Spirit and to overcome in your victory. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen.
THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.
SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!
DAILY word study: HAPPENS The Greek word translated as "happens" in John 14:29 is "γίνομαι" (ginomai). This verb means "to become," "to happen," or "to take place." It conveys the idea of something coming into existence or occurring. "Happens" (γίνομαι) is used to refer to the events that Jesus has predicted, including His death, resurrection, and return to the Father. Jesus is preparing His disciples for these future events, assuring them that these occurrences are part of God's divine plan. When these predicted events "happen," it will serve as confirmation of Jesus' words and His divine foreknowledge, thus eliminating any shock or surprise. Reflections: Believers are called to trust in Jesus' sovereignty, knowing that nothing happens outside of His control and knowledge. How does knowing that Jesus foretold future events to eliminate shock and build faith impact your trust in His sovereignty and His promises for your life?
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