Mark 8

Scripture: Mark chapter 8

Observation: The Pharisees demand a sign from heaven to test Him, but Jesus refuses. He knows the hardness of their hearts, that they wouldn't believe in Him anyway. When Jesus warns His disciples of the yeast of the Pharisees, they don't get it. Like the blind man Jesus heals, who at first can't see clearly, the disciples read and heard Jesus teach but did not get it. Yet of one thing they were certain: Jesus was truly the Messiah, the Son of God (verse 29).

Application: Many times we read the Scriptures, and at first glance we don't get their meaning. It takes reading a few times before the Holy Spirit reveals their true significance. That's okay. It means we need to always read and study Scripture. The most important thing is that we recognize who Jesus is, the Christ, the Son of God, our Savior and Redeemer.

Prayer: Father, each day You reveal something new to me in Your Word. You teach me and show me Your will in stages, so that I can understand. Please nurture that desire to learn and don't let me stray from Your Word. It's the only thing perfect in this world, and what keeps me focused on You. In Christ, Amen.