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*DAILY DEW 30/JUNE/2025*
*THE DEMANDS OF MINISTRY*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"And the multitude cometh together again, so that they could not so much as eat bread. And when his friends heard [of it], they went out to lay hold on him: for they said, He is beside himself."* (Mark 3: 20-21)
_Bible Insight_
Jesus' ministry was so intense that he and his disciples couldn't even find time to eat (Mark 3:20). This highlights the overwhelming demands of serving others and spreading the gospel. Jesus' commitment to his mission was unwavering, and he prioritized helping others over his own physical needs.
When Jesus' friends heard about his activities, they thought he was "beside himself" (Mark 3:21). This shows how easily people can misjudge and label others based on their actions or circumstances. Jesus' friends didn't understand his priorities or the source of his strength, leading them to question his sanity.
_Key Lessons to Apply:_
- *Ministry can be demanding*: Serving others and spreading the gospel can be overwhelming, requiring sacrifice and dedication.
- *Not everyone will understand*: People may misjudge or criticize us due to a lack of understanding or differing perspectives.
- *Stay focused on your mission*: Like Jesus, we should prioritize our purpose and values, even when faced with criticism or misunderstanding.
- *Prioritize your mission*: Stay focused on your goals and values, even when faced with challenges or criticism.
- *Be understanding of others*: Recognize that people may not always understand your perspective or priorities.
- *Seek support from like-minded individuals*: Surround yourself with people who share your values and can provide encouragement and support.
_MEDITATION:_
*"The demands of ministry are sometimes underrated. May those who are facing harsh criticism and strenuous ministry demands remain strong and focused."*
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*DAILY DEW 29/JUNE/2025*
*BEING WITH JESUS*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"And he goeth up into a mountain, and calleth [unto him] whom he would: and they came unto him. And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach."* (Mark 3: 13- 14)
_Bible Insight_
Jesus called the twelve disciples to be with Him, emphasizing the importance of intimacy and relationship with Him. This highlights the value of spending time with Jesus, learning from Him, and being transformed by His presence.
Jesus ordained the twelve to be with Him and to be sent out to preach, demonstrating the dual purpose of their calling: relationship and mission. This emphasizes the importance of balancing personal devotion with outward service.
By being with Jesus, the disciples were empowered to fulfill their mission. This highlights the importance of cultivating a deep relationship with Jesus to effectively serve and impact others.
_Key Lessons to Apply:_
- *Prioritize time with Jesus*: Spend quality time in prayer, worship, and Bible study to deepen your relationship with Him.
- *Balance relationship and mission*: Ensure that your personal devotion to Jesus informs and empowers your outward service.
- *Seek transformation*: Allow Jesus to transform you through your time with Him, enabling you to effectively serve and impact others.
_MEDITATION:_
*"When service unto God, does not come from a place of intimacy & being with Jesus, we have theatrical performance rather than spirit empowered ministry*
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*DAILY DEW 28/JUNE/2025*
*KNOWING WHEN TO RETREAT*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"But Jesus withdrew himself with his disciples to the sea: and a great multitude from Galilee followed him, and from Judaea, And from Jerusalem, and from Idumaea, and [from] beyond Jordan; and they about Tyre and Sidon, a great multitude, when they had heard what great things he did, came unto him."* (Mark 3: 7-8)
_Bible Insight_
Jesus withdrew from the Pharisees' hostility, demonstrating the importance of recognizing when to step back and prioritize one's well-being and mission. Choose your battles wisely. Leave the noise and criticism and negative energy and retreat to your own place of strength and core assignment. Seek alignment with God and His purpose and not acceptance of men.
Jesus' withdrawal allowed Him to refocus on His core assignment: preaching, teaching, and healing. This emphasizes the need to prioritize one's primary objectives.
Despite the Pharisees' opposition, people from various regions flocked to Jesus, drawn by His teachings and miracles. This highlights the power of authenticity and the impact of one's work.
_Key Lessons to Apply:_
- *Recognize boundaries*: Know when to set limits and prioritize self-care. Don't dissipate your energy over every conflict, criticism or controversy.
- *Stay focused*: Refocus on core objectives and priorities. Stay true to your mission. Leave the noise and distractions.
- *Authenticity attracts*: Be genuine and true to your purpose, and people will be drawn to it.
- *Persevere despite opposition*: Continue sharing your message and serving others, even in the face of challenges.
_MEDITATION:_
*"Normalize staying on course in the midst of chaotic distractions. Those who are going somewhere do not worry over every conflict or perceived enemy. Save your energy for the main reason of your existence*
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*DAILY DEW 27/JUNE/2025*
*WICKEDNESS OF THE HEART*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"And the Pharisees went forth, and straightway took counsel with the Herodians against him, how they might destroy him."* (Mark 3: 6)
_Bible Insight_
The Pharisees' reaction to Jesus reveals the depths of human sinfulness and the tendency to reject God's work. Their plotting against Jesus showcases the darkness of the human heart.
The Pharisees' attempt to destroy Jesus foreshadows the concept of cancel culture, where individuals or groups seek to eliminate or silence those who challenge their views or values. How quick are you to cancel those who you don't agree with?
The Pharisees' actions demonstrate spiritual blindness, where they fail to recognize God's presence and work in Jesus. Be careful who you cancel, because you may be acting in spiritual blindness.
_Key Lessons to Apply:_
- *Recognize human sinfulness*: Acknowledge the potential for darkness and sin in your own heart. Don't be quick to see the fault in others. Also criticize yourself by yourself more often than you do to others.
- *Beware of spiritual blindness*: Stay open to God's work and guidance. Don't trust so much in what you know or believe. Go over them and be willing to learn some more.
- *Respond with love and compassion*: Instead of seeking to destroy or silence others, respond with love, understanding, and compassion. Remember that not everyone will accept your views and ways. Still, learn to love or accommodate them anyways.
_MEDITATION:_
*"If God operated by a cancel culture, we would have seen more instant judgment everyday. Be like Christ. Be patient with those who do not deserve your kindness*
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*DAILY DEW 26/JUNE/2025*
*SABBATH'S PURPOSE* (2)
_Key Bible Text:_
*"And he saith unto them, Is it lawful to do good on the sabbath days, or to do evil? to save life, or to kill? But they held their peace. And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he saith unto the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched [it] out: and his hand was restored whole as the other."* (Mark 3: 4-5)
_Bible Insight_
Jesus challenges the Pharisees' rigid interpretation of Sabbath law, emphasizing the importance of doing good and saving life.
Jesus' response highlights the need for compassion and mercy over strict adherence to rules and traditions.
The Pharisees' silence and hardness of heart grieve Jesus, demonstrating the dangers of spiritual stubbornness and resistance to God's work.
We also ought to be troubled by the hardness of our owns hearts or the hearts of others. Are we indifferent towards spiritual stubbornness and resistance to the work of the Spirit of God in the lives of men?
_Key points to Apply:_
- *Prioritize compassion*: Show mercy and kindness, especially on days of worship.
- *Balance rules and relationships*: Avoid letting rules overshadow relationships and genuine care.
- *Beware of spiritual stubbornness*: Stay open to God's work and guidance. Keep a soft and child-like heart and spirit. Reject signs of stubbornness and indifference towards God's word and work!
_MEDITATION:_
*"One of the tragedies of life and stumbling block to God's work, is when people refuse to repent or fail to allow God's word break into their hearts and impact them for the better. When last did you repent from something the word of God condemned?!"*
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*DAILY DEW 25/JUNE/2025*
*SABBATH'S PURPOSE*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath: Therefore the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath."* (Mark 2: 27-28)
_Bible Insight_
Jesus emphasizes that the Sabbath was created for humanity's benefit, not the other way around. This highlights God's intention for rest and worship.
By declaring Himself Lord of the Sabbath, Jesus asserts His divine authority and sovereignty over all institutions, including the Sabbath. He also demonstrates to us as believers who follows in His footsteps, how we ought to relate with the Sabbath.
Jesus' statement can be seen as a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, where figures like David acted in ways that foreshadowed Jesus' role as Lord of the Sabbath.
Mark 2:25-26 Jesus answered, "Haven't you read what David did when he and his followers were hungry and in need? It was during the time of Abiathar the high priest. David went into the house of God and ate the sacred loaves of bread that only priests are allowed to eat. He also gave some to his followers."
_Key Lessons to Apply:_
- *Prioritize rest and worship*: Recognize the importance of rest and worship in your life, as intended by God.
- *Acknowledge Jesus' authority*: Submit to Jesus' lordship over all aspects of life, including traditions and institutions. Let Jesus' Lordship and His example be your guide.
- *Understand biblical context*: Study how Old Testament figures and events can foreshadow and point to Jesus' role and authority.
_MEDITATION:_
*"Create & practice a system of regular rest and worship. Spend time in God's presence. Soak His Presence and radiate the strength that comes from spending time with Jesus!"*
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*DAILY DEW 24/JUNE/2025*
*DAYS OF SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINE*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"But the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days."* (Mark 2: 20)
_Bible Insight_
Jesus foretells His departure, indicating His awareness of the future events that would unfold, including His crucifixion. Jesus contrasts the current joyful time with the future period of fasting and mourning, highlighting the shift in circumstances when He would be taken away.
The ressurection and ascension of Jesus, and ultimately the descent on the Holy Ghost on the day of Pentecost, officially signals the commencement of the church age. The church age is indeed, the days of Spiritual Discipline.
The mention of fasting emphasizes the importance of spiritual discipline and dependence on God, especially in times of difficulty or loss or journey through a world of sin and hatred.
_Keys to Apply_
- *Prepare for change*: Recognize that circumstances can change, and be prepared to adapt and deepen your spiritual practices. Don't wait until things become too serious before you engage in spiritual disciplines.
- *Spiritual discipline*: Cultivate habits like fasting, study of the Word and prayer to draw closer to God.
- *Trust in Jesus' sovereignty*: Trust in Jesus' knowledge and control over all events, even those that seem uncertain or challenging.
_MEDITATION:_
*"When your spiritual disciplines are not in place, you become a candidate for spiritual & physical casualties!"*
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*DAILY DEW 23/JUNE/2025*
*SINNERS TO REPENTANCE*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"When Jesus heard [it], he saith unto them, They that are whole have no need of the physician, but they that are sick: I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance."* (Mark 2: 17)
_Bible Insight_
Jesus' statement highlights His mission to reach out to sinners, emphasizing that He came to call people to repentance, not to reinforce the self-righteous.
Jesus likens Himself to a physician, implying that humanity is spiritually sick and in need of healing. This underscores the universal need for salvation.
Jesus' call to repentance invites people to turn away from sin and toward God, promising transformation and new life.
_Keys to Apply:_
- *Recognize your need*: Acknowledge your spiritual condition and need for salvation.
- *Respond to Jesus' call*: Heed Jesus' invitation to repentance and trust in His transformative power.
- *Share the message*: Extend Jesus' call to others, sharing the Good News of salvation and repentance.
_MEDITATION:_
*"Jesus was not a friend of sinners who changed to accommodate them; rather he changed them by being around them. If you're not changing them, they are changing you!"*
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*DAILY DEW 22/JUNE/2025*
*MIRACULOUS TRANSFORMATION*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion."* (Mark 2: 12)
_Bible Insight_
The healed paralytic man's immediate response to Jesus' command demonstrates the power of Jesus' words. He arose, took up his bed, and walked, showcasing his complete restoration.
_Glorifying God_
The crowd's reaction highlights the impact of Jesus' miracle. They were amazed and glorified God, recognizing the divine authority behind Jesus' actions.
Unprecedented Experience
The crowd's statement, "We never saw it on this fashion," underscores the uniqueness of Jesus' ministry. His miracles and teachings were unlike anything they had experienced before.
_Keys to Apply:_
- *Power of Jesus' words*: Trust in Jesus' words and commands, knowing they bring life-changing power.
- *Glorify God*: Recognize and glorify God for His mighty works in your life.
- *Unique ministry*: Acknowledge Jesus' unparalleled ministry and authority.
_MEDITATION:_
*"The power of God for miraculous transformation is the same power that transforms an individual from anything ungodly and wordly. Celebrate God's transforming power today. "*
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*DAILY DEW 21/JUNE/2025*
*JESUS' POWER TO FORGIVE*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"When Jesus saw their faith, he said unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins be forgiven thee. Why doth this [man] thus speak blasphemies? who can forgive sins but God only?"* (Mark 2:5,7)
_Bible Insight_
Jesus saw the faith of the paralytic man's friends and responded by forgiving the man's sins. This demonstrates Jesus' divine authority and power to forgive sins. It also links sin as a causative factor of sickness.
The scribes' reaction to Jesus' statement reveals their understanding that only God can forgive sins. Jesus' claim to forgive sins implies His divinity and oneness with God. Those who do not accept that Jesus is God are missing the point. A man who forgives sins is nothing but God. No man can forgive sin except Christ, the man-God!
The connection between faith and forgiveness is evident. Jesus saw the faith of the friends and responded with forgiveness, highlighting the importance of faith in receiving God's blessings.
Key Points To Apply:
- *Jesus' authority*: Recognize Jesus' divine power and authority to forgive sins.
- *Faith in action*: Trust in Jesus' power and respond with faith, like the paralytic man's friends.
- *Divine forgiveness*: Seek forgiveness from Jesus, acknowledging His divinity and authority.
_MEDITATION:_
*"This is one of the keys to divine healing and divine health: activate your faith through the consciousness that God never holds back healing on grounds of lack of forgiveness of sin"*
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