"Go home to your family and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how He has had mercy on you." — Mark 5:19
The man Jesus delivered from a legion of demons begged to go with the Lord and His disciples. But Jesus turned him down.
Think for a moment about what Jesus was turning down. This man would probably be a loyal follower who would stand by Jesus no matter what. More than that, he would be great PR, a wonderful credibility builder.
But Jesus said no. Go home. People are more important than publicity.
There is an order in God’s plan. First, He rebuilds a life. Second, He rebuilds the family. Third, He rebuilds the community. Many people are trying to fix their marriage or their parenting or their church. But Jesus starts by repairing the wounded heart.
Be encouraged!
Dwight
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