But don’t, dear friend, resent God’s discipline;
don’t sulk under his loving correction.
MARK 1:22 (MSG)
He spent the day there teaching. They were surprised at his teaching—so forthright, so confident—not quibbling and quoting like the religion scholars.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
The authoritative instruction of Jesus will change your life if you accept it for what it is.
DAILY FODDER
What has Jesus said that has had the most impact on your life?
PRAYER
Jesus, I have faith in your authority. Help me receive correction from you graciously. When reproof comes to me, I am often distressed. Set me free from being so locked in my ways that I refuse to change. Great Teacher, thank you for instructing me in how to be open to change in my life. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
