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Luke 7 - Daily Bible Devotional
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Luke 7
A Gentile centurion sends for Jesus to come to heal a highly regarded slave. He notes that Jesus has the power to heal without being present. Jesus marvels at the Gentile’s faith and heals his servant. Jesus later sees a funeral procession and feels compassion for a widow who lost her son. Jesus raises the young man from the dead and the people marvel! John the Baptist sends his followers to investigate these things. It was time for Jesus to increase while John decreased. Even so, Jesus speaks highly of John and his work. The chapter concludes with Jesus at a Pharisee’s house. A woman comes and tearfully wipes Jesus’ feet with her hair. Her humility outshines the Pharisee’s pride, and Jesus forgives her sins because of her faith.
The characters in this chapter demonstrate the power of humility to access the blessings of Christ. The centurion sent for Jesus and considered himself unworthy for Jesus to come to his house. The Lord marveled at his faith and blessed him. John the Baptist is decreasing, even as he sends disciples toward Jesus. He knew his role and gave his life for the work. Meanwhile, the Jewish leaders keep accusing Jesus and judging others. Our identity comes down to two life pathways: the Pharisee, who invited Jesus in but showed Him no respect; or the sinful woman who cried for mercy at Jesus’ feet. We can sit in pride and be lost, or we can bow in humility and receive mercy.
All powerful Father, we give all praise to You for Your glory and might. Lord God, help us to take all limitations off our belief. Like the centurion, help us to believe in the limitless scope of Christ’s authority. When we hurt like the widow who lost her son, or the woman at Jesus’ feet, lead us always to Him for help. We know we cannot be humble with others until we first are humble before our King. Father, challenge us directly to become more lowly before Him. Give us grace to live every day in peace with Jesus Christ.
- Jesus marveled at the centurion’s great faith. How can you have faith like this man in your life? Is it possible for Jesus to marvel at you?
- The Pharisees deflected from their weaknesses by judging others. Do you ever do that? How do you prevent that behavior?
- Jesus said those who are forgiven much, love much. Have you been forgiven much? According to Jesus, what should that mean?