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Encounter #20:

Don't Take Jesus For Granted
Read: Mark 6:1-6

Jesus was born in Bethlehem, grew up in Nazareth, later lived in Capernaum, died outside Jerusalem and rose from the dead from the Garden Tomb. Now Jesus returns to Nazareth, the town He grew up in. According to Scripture this seems to be the second time He visited Nazareth. Luke 4:16ff records His first visit to the synagogue where He read from Isaiah 61. The religious leaders rejected His claim that He was the Messiah and wanted to throw Him off a cliff. But He escaped. He returns to Nazareth again on the Sabbath, and as His custom was, He went into the synagogue and taught.

Those that were in the synagogue were amazed at His teachings. They wondered how He received His wisdom and how mighty miracles were done by Him. They were astonished that how a carpenter, and the son of a carpenter could say and do the things He did. His mother and family lived there still. Jesus said that a Prophet is not honored by His own country, relatives and family. He stated that He was a Prophet. They were offended by Him and stumbled at His presence. In return, Jesus was amazed at their unbelief. He still healed some people there, but went to nearby towns to teach. Jesus was telling and showing them that He was more than a carpenter. He was more than what they thought He was - just a man.

Those of us who have known Jesus for a time shouldn't take Him for granted. We shouldn't be complacent, lukewarm and second-guess Him. He is still God Almighty, the Creator, the Messiah and Savior of the world. Also, we may be taking long-time friends, our spouses, our children, our health, church, shelter, freedoms, food and many blessings for granted. What God has blessed us with should never be treated as commonplace nor with complacency. Especially Jesus! Who loves us and has given us life!

Prayer: Thank you Father for sending Jesus to me, giving me life and many blessings. Help me not to take Jesus for granted.. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Application: Count your blessings and thank Jesus always for Who He is.
Encounter Jesus: Jesus is alive. He is your personal Savior, Healer and Friend. Acknowledge His Presence and Power in your life now.

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