In response to those who are unable to attend my
weekly Bible study on the Gospel According to MARK (Sunday’s at 10 am at
Hollywood United Methodist Church), I share my thoughts and notes from previous
sessions. While I’m not a scholar, I am an enthusiast. Enjoy!
Jesus was “whupped.” He
had a busy morning at the synagogue; there was no real “lunch break” and then
an entire evening of healing those in need. With little sleep, is it any wonder
Jesus snuck out of the house leaving in darkness to have a moment alone?
“Alone” being relative since he was praying – connecting with God.
When someone comes to you
out of need but also out of love, how does that feel? Is your energy drained?
How about when someone comes to you out of need but also wanting to use you; how does that feel? Physically, mentally, spiritually?
Jesus welcomed everyone –
regardless of their approach; nevertheless, the full evening of healing had to
wear him down. He needed to recoup some energy.
A reminder to all of us –
we can’t live without prayers. And… if
Jesus needed to pray, what does that tell us about ourselves?
With Jesus not in the
house, Simon Peter looks for him – with others. What does he say to Jesus?
“Everybody’s looking for you.” [i]
There are even more people who need help.
Jesus’ reply, without a
whine, is basically, “You’re right. Let’s hit the road and visit some of the
other villages in the area. There are many in need of healing – physically. And
there are many in need of healing – spiritually.” Jesus was ready to do both by
word and deed.
Gene Murray, from the
study group, commented Jesus knew the physical aspect of healing was just a
small part in why he was here. It was important to impact as many lives as
possible – in a new way -- spiritually.
Bev Freeman mentioned the importance of “time management.”
In the things we are
called to do, truly called to do, how do we manage our time? What are
our priorities and which ones are in line of importance? Do we follow-through
or procrastinate in our “call”?
A lot to consider. Maybe
even pray about.
NEXT…
The Mummy or… “mum’s the
word”
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