BASIC SCRIPTURE: 19 May 2024
BASIC SCRIPTURE: JOHN 9: 1 – 5
John 9:1-5 (KJV): “1 And as Jesus passed by, he saw a man which was blind from his birth. 2 And his disciples asked him, saying, Master, who did sin, this man, or his parents, that he was born blind? 3 Jesus answered, Neither hath this man sinned, nor his parents: but that the works of God should be made manifest in him. 4 I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work. 5 As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”
This passage portrays Jesus’ encounter with a man who was blind from birth. It illustrates Jesus’ compassion, power, and mission to bring light and healing to the world. Despite the disciples’ questions about the cause of the man’s blindness, Jesus redirects their focus to the greater purpose behind it – that the works of God should be made manifest in him.
FINISH READING: Our Daily Manna ODM 19 May 2024 THE GRASSHOPPERS AND THE ANTS!
Declarations for the Day:
- Today, I declare that I will not be quick to judge others based on their circumstances, but I will seek to see them through the lens of compassion and understanding, just as Jesus did.
- I declare that I will trust in God’s sovereignty and believe that He can bring beauty and purpose out of every situation, even in the midst of challenges and suffering.
- I declare that I will be a vessel for the works of God to be made manifest in my life and in the lives of those around me, bringing glory to His name.
- I declare that I will seize the opportunities before me and work diligently to fulfill the purposes that God has ordained for me, knowing that the time is short.
- I declare that I will shine as a light in the world, reflecting the love and truth of Jesus Christ to all those around me, and pointing others to Him who is the true Light of the world.
Encouragement:
As you go about your day, remember the example of Jesus in John 9:1-5. Let His compassion, power, and mission inspire you to be a vessel for His works to be made manifest in your life and in the lives of those around you. Trust in God’s sovereignty and believe that He can use even the most challenging circumstances to bring glory to His name. Seize the opportunities before you to shine as a light in the world, reflecting the love and truth of Jesus Christ to all those around you. Let your life be a testimony to the transformative power of God’s grace and mercy, and may you bring hope and healing to those in need.
