Leviticus 16:29-18:30; Mark 7:24-8:10; Psalm 41:1-13; Proverbs 10:15-16
Have you come along way?
What would you consider a long distance? From here to the moon, maybe LA to New York City, maybe from your pillow to the snooze button on the alarm clock. Many times a long distance has nothing to do with inches, yards or miles; have you ever felt far away from a loved one yet be standing right beside them. How about the times we feel far away from the Lord, yet we know He is present in our lives.
In our New Testament passage today, I see a large crowd with many different lives. Some have traveled for days, some may have just arrived, some might come prepared for a journey, some might have left everything to follow Jesus. Regardless of the life experience, each one had, they all ended up in this remote place with Jesus.
In verse 2 of chapter 8 our Lord says, "I have compassion for these people," what beautiful words may friends. Compassion is not simply acknowledging a persons need but it is becoming passionate enough to take action in the situation. Do you want Jesus to take action in your life? Have you come a long way?
Beloved friend, your need has been seen by the Lord and I believe He wants to do a miracle in your life. He may even use what you have in your hands (7 loaves, fish) to bless everyone around you today. Congratulations on your journey!
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