Day 15
“Who is this man?” is a question that occurred on several different occasions during Jesus’ ministry. Some of Simon the Pharisee’s friends asked this question when Jesus forgave the sins of the woman who anointed his feet with expensive perfume (Luke 7:49). Herod the tetrarch asked this question upon hearing about Jesus’ ministry (Luke 9:9). His own disciples asked this question after seeing Jesus calm a storm with just His words (Matthew 8:27). On each occasion Jesus had done something unimaginable; He solved an impossible situation; He prevailed where no ordinary human could possibly prevail.
WHO IS THIS MAN?
Read Luke 2:15-20 and 2:41-51.
The Bible says that even MARY treasured the events, people, and surprise occurrences surrounding Jesus’ birth and later His conversations with learned teachers in the Temple. In a similar way to those who asked, “Who is this man?” Mary pondered everything about this miraculous Son promised by an angel, and given to her by God! He is God incarnate! God in the flesh, Risen Savior, ever interceding at the right hand of God the Father on behalf of His children. That means His exaltation is for the glory of God and the good of His people. He is your God! Powerful in every way to restore and renew all things for His glory!
PRAY…
Jesus, I am convinced again today, by Your Word, that You are Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth; the One who walks among the stars and calls each one by name. The God of salvation and mercy. Nothing is too hard for You! Please restore my faith in Your strength, wisdom, and power. And grant me faith to believe that nothing is impossible for You! I ask this in the Name above all other names, Amen!
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