***August 4, 2024***
Thoughtful Starter:
Have you ever doubted Him?
Today’s Scripture Reading:
Mark 9:23-24
“‘What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”
In Mark 9:23-24, a desperate father brings his son to Jesus for healing, but he struggles with doubt. Jesus assures him that all things are possible for those who believe. The father's response is both honest and relatable: "I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!" This moment captures the tension many of us experience in our faith journey. We do believe in Him and we have faith in Him, but sometimes, doubts creep in that may test our faith.
There are times in our lives when our faith is tested through our doubts. However, our scripture reading today reminds us that faith isn’t about having perfect belief. It’s about laying our doubts to Jesus and asking for His help to strengthen them. Ideally, we want to have an unwavering faith but we all know that in this world, it’s hard to live it. That’s why choosing to follow Jesus is a daily choice that we need to make to strengthen and build an honest relationship with him. Let us remember that God meets us where we are and helps us grow in our trust in Him. Lay your doubts to Him. He overcomes it.
Today’s Reflection Question:
In what situations do you find it challenging to fully trust God?
Today’s Prayer:
Lord Jesus, I thank You for Your compassion and understanding. Like the father in this story, I believe, but I also struggle with doubt. Help me to overcome my unbelief and to trust You more fully. May my faith grow stronger each day as I rely on Your promises and Your power.
Amen.
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