Luke 17:11 - "On the way to Jerusalem" ~ His Face is set toward Jerusalem on the way to His Death, taking on the weight of the world, even my sins and yours.
But he hears Ten Voices: "Master, have mercy on us." A rousing ruckus. What does He hear from you this Resurrection weekend? Is it a cry for mercy? A wail that our faith make us well again?
Jesus told them to go to the priests in this tiny town between Samaria and Galilee. How could a leper stand in the presence of the townspeople? Even lepers knew Jesus was their Master possessing a Power like none other. They heard the sermons on the mountains from afar, they heard about their friends being healed of the dreaded adornment of leprosy. They knew He could heal them but they didn't know Who he really was.
Only One of Ten Found Him. A foreigner. This One Samaritan Leper came back to fall on his face before His Master and say thanks because he was healed "as they went" to the priests---I mean, they didn't even make it to the priests' presence, not even inside the city gates --- and they are CLEAN. Were the other nine that easily pleased---I'm happy with my health, Jesus, and I'll move on. But, the Foreigner went back to the Author of his healing. And to the foreigner and to you this very day, Jesus says in Luke 17:19: "Your Faith Has Made Your Well." Am I falling on my face? No, I wonder why...am I merrily on my way cause the Master is making things work out for me?
But he hears Ten Voices: "Master, have mercy on us." A rousing ruckus. What does He hear from you this Resurrection weekend? Is it a cry for mercy? A wail that our faith make us well again?
Jesus told them to go to the priests in this tiny town between Samaria and Galilee. How could a leper stand in the presence of the townspeople? Even lepers knew Jesus was their Master possessing a Power like none other. They heard the sermons on the mountains from afar, they heard about their friends being healed of the dreaded adornment of leprosy. They knew He could heal them but they didn't know Who he really was.
Only One of Ten Found Him. A foreigner. This One Samaritan Leper came back to fall on his face before His Master and say thanks because he was healed "as they went" to the priests---I mean, they didn't even make it to the priests' presence, not even inside the city gates --- and they are CLEAN. Were the other nine that easily pleased---I'm happy with my health, Jesus, and I'll move on. But, the Foreigner went back to the Author of his healing. And to the foreigner and to you this very day, Jesus says in Luke 17:19: "Your Faith Has Made Your Well." Am I falling on my face? No, I wonder why...am I merrily on my way cause the Master is making things work out for me?
What is the cry of your heart this Easter weekend? Those thoughts that you let no one see. The Master Alone Owns the Power and Presence to invade your Easter finery. May your Faith be Found. May you be made Well Again in your Soul, no matter what! On my face before the Master praying for all who read this post that your faith makes you well. He Lives!
"We are far too easily pleased." C.S. Lewis
I'll try to post again tomorrow. Blogger is not letting me on to leave a post. I'll be b-a-c-k!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to go ahead and leave my comment on today's reading even though you weren't able to post, Bev. By the way, thank you again for your dedication to this blog everyday!
ReplyDelete"he fell on his face at Jesus’ feet, giving him thanks" I know I don't have anywhere near the understanding of what He went through for us and I wish I had words to express my gratitude.
It's only Friday, but I"m looking forward to Sunday.
Love,
Angie
What spoke to me in today's reading was that He told them that they should not look to be rewarded for doing what He had commanded them to do. How often do "we" expect a pat on the back or to be praised for doing what He commanded. We should never expect that, but sadly we don't think correctly. Thought it was great food for thought. Blessings..."it's Friday BUT Sunday is coming"
ReplyDeleteWhy this Friday is Good
ReplyDelete"Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. All you have to do is say, "Spirit of the living God, fall fresh on me. Enter into my life. Christ Jesus, I not only believe in you, I am a disciple. I’m filled with your presence, used by you to bring hope and faith to the rest of the world and then the world will get the Good News.
Are you ready?
The Good News is, it’s Friday, but… SUNDAY’S COMING!
(Tony Campolo)
Tried last night to post but had several computer glitches just like my car broken down twice this week---it's just things. And, I am grateful when they get us where we need to be. We had to cancel our Easter plans due to schedule changes and car problems. Trying to do I Sam 30:15 cause it really is bothering me. (Hope I didn't quote the wrong verse.) Was so looking forward to being with my family for Easter but it has fallen through. May our faith make us all well this weekend and on and on. He lives! Wonder what He will do this weekend in our hearts?
ReplyDeleteI will try to move the post over here to this one ---- sorry if I messed up your bloglines cause I think I published this post like 44 times!!! My Love to you all!
Our Passover Lamb has given us who believe salvation by grace. I'm afraid it's hard for me to dwell on that precious gift today as my mind keeps thinking of the cost. He sufferred much. He left heaven to save me. He was poor. He was humanity with all it's sorrow and joy. But on this Good Friday so many years ago, He died.
ReplyDeleteThank You, Son of Man and Son of God. I remember You. I wait for You. I worship You. I believe.