Today's Passage: Matthew 9
This chapter within the gospel of Matthew is one filled with mind blowing works of Jesus. The power and knowledge of Jesus is clear throughout. The part of this passage that jumped out at me was the conclusion of the chapter. Jesus and his disciples were traveling, preaching, teaching, and healing. While doing this, Jesus noticed that crowds were hurting and helpless. After this observation, Jesus turned to his disciples and explained that there are plenty of people who are ready to know and follow God, but many workers to help these people follow God.
Jesus had one piece of advice for his disciples: ASK! Jesus wanted his disciples to ask God to send workers to help. Notice what Jesus did not say here, "Design a strategy and train them," or "Go around to the communities and beg people to join you." Jesus' words seem quite antithetical to our American culture. Americans are generally self sufficient, motivated people. In my own life I want to ask God to help in certain situations, but I generally ask him to help after I have started a task.
Often unintentionally, I disrespect the power of God. He is the creator of the universe and the one who sent His Son to earth for our sins (John 3:16). This is our God! Lately, my heart has been extremely burdened for those who do not know Jesus. What Jesus said in Matthew is still true today: There are many people who are ready to know God. This Scripture is a healthy reminder of the great God I serve. Therefore, in wanting to see the world know the grace of Jesus Christ, I know the first thing I should do: ASK! I hope you join me in asking God to send workers into the world to tell people the good news!
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