Each and Every Thing

In my current position with the Fire Department, I am in the office directly next to the Fire Chief.  There are many issues that come before me in the Inspection Office but I’m careful not to bring each and every thing before the Chief as he is a man of authority and in high demand.  But there are some things that are just too weighty and I make sure to go before him with those issues.   

In the passage for this week, we see great crowds forming around Jesus’ ministry.  Jesus was a man in high esteem and in high demand.  Yet I’m struck by the things that people are bringing to Jesus.  Even more, I’m struck by how Jesus ministers to each of their needs no matter how big or small they might seem to others.  To Jesus, they all matter because each of those people in the crowd matter so deeply to Him.  Oh how they must have felt very much loved by Him in their moments of healing!

I’m encouraged by this glimpse into Jesus’ ministry because it reminds me that I also can bring all things to Jesus.  There’s not a thing in my life that He does not care about.  Rather, Jesus cares about each and every thing in my life because He cares so deeply for me.  And it’s the same for you too!  Each and every thing that we bring to Jesus is a chance for Him to prove His love to us and for us to feel His love as He ministers to those needs.

Today, will you come to Jesus with the things on your heart -  He is a miracle worker in every way!

May we trust Him more with everything big or small and may the world praise His name for the things He has done in and through us!

Grateful & Hopeful in Christ,

Jon