A Devotional for Today

Jesus went to the house of a girl who had died. In those days, when a family member died, people came to the house to mourn with the family. In some cases, these non-family members were paid. When Jesus arrived, the mourners were already in the house. Check out this interchange between Jesus and them.


“And when (Jesus) had entered, he said to them, “Why are you making a commotion and weeping? The child is not dead but sleeping.” And they laughed at him. But he put them all outside and took the child's father and mother and those who were with him and went in where the child was.” - Mark 5:39-40, ESV.


These people were not part of the family and were not sincere in their mourning, as evidenced by their laughter at Jesus's words. They were pretending to care. Jesus said the girl would live, and they mocked Him. So, He kicked those paid actors out before He healed the girl. Those outside missed the miracle.


This is a perfect foretelling of what Jesus will do in judgment before He sets up His Millennial Kingdom. In the sheep and goats judgment, Jesus will separate those two groups and cast the mockers out. The goats will have butted heads with Jesus, rejecting His salvation and family membership. Then Jesus will invite His family in to enjoy a miraculous life with Him.


My question to you is: although you proclaim to be in the family of God, are you really in it, or are you pretending to be? Are you touting Christianity and attending your church for the benefits only? If so, you may be in the house, but you are not in the family, and you will be cast out. Jesus showed us in this story that He has the authority to do that.


Make sure you’re in the family and do not mock Jesus. The miracle of eternal life is at stake. - Pastor Mike


BTW, will glass coffins be a success? Remains to be seen.

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