So, which is the easier thing; to say, “Your sins have been forgiven,” or to say, “Get up and walk?” (Matthew 9:5)
Physical needs, financial concerns, health
issues, and social concerns are so important. These problems are the issues
with which most leaders are engaged. The world around you will rate various of
these needs as primary. Which of these are most important to you? Where do you
focus your attention each day?
Jesus gives evidence here of His focus. The
harder thing; the important thing is the sin that separates men and women from
the Lord, God. The focus of Jesus’ life – His purpose and work – was the
restoration of that relationship. His business was – and is – life, spiritual
life. He made a way for people to live as God intended. If you are following
Jesus; if in fact He is your life, will that not be your focus too? The world’s
material health and social needs are practical problems worthy of address. Be
the one who brings the Lord’s spiritual answers to those problems.
Help your people; those God sends to you, to
see that Jesus is the bread they need for life that matters (John 6:35). Like
Jesus, let your business be bringing life to other people every day.
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