Today’s Readings: Leviticus 8-11, Psalm 110, and Hebrews 4
Hebrews 4:14-16 were verses that I had previously boldly underlined in my Bible.
“14 Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. 15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”
I want to focus on verse 15, so, I asked myself the question, “What are the most practical things we can learn from the time Jesus spend on earth?”
The time Jesus spent on earth provides numerous lessons that are relevant to our daily lives. Here are some of the most practical things we can learn:
- Love and Compassion: Jesus consistently demonstrated love and compassion towards all people, regardless of their background or circumstances. We can learn to love others unconditionally and show compassion to those in need.
- Forgiveness: Jesus taught the importance of forgiveness and modeled it through His interactions with others. Learning to forgive others, as well as ourselves, can lead to greater peace and reconciliation in our relationships.
- Humility: Jesus exhibited humility by serving others and putting their needs above His own. We can learn to humble ourselves, serve others with kindness, and avoid prideful attitudes.
- Faith: Jesus repeatedly emphasized the power of faith and encouraged His followers to trust in God’s provision and promises. Strengthening our faith can help us overcome challenges and experience greater peace and joy.
- Prayer: Jesus frequently prayed and taught His disciples the importance of prayer. Developing a regular prayer life can deepen our relationship with God and provide strength and guidance in difficult times.
- Simplicity and Contentment: Jesus lived a simple lifestyle and taught His followers not to be consumed by material possessions. Learning to be content with what we have and prioritize spiritual riches over worldly wealth can lead to greater fulfillment.
- Perseverance: Jesus faced many trials and challenges during His earthly ministry but remained steadfast in His mission. We can learn to persevere in the face of adversity and trust in God’s faithfulness to see us through difficult times.
- Hospitality and Generosity: Jesus welcomed all people with open arms and generously shared His time, resources, and love. Practicing hospitality and generosity towards others can foster deeper connections and reflect Christ’s love in tangible ways.
- Obedience to God’s Will: Jesus always sought to do the will of His Father and submitted Himself to God’s plan, even when it was difficult. Learning to surrender our own will and align our lives with God’s purposes can bring greater fulfillment and purpose.
- Eternal Perspective: Jesus taught about the importance of prioritizing eternal matters over temporary concerns. Keeping an eternal perspective can help us navigate life’s challenges with hope and confidence in God’s promises.
By incorporating these practical lessons from Jesus’ time on earth into our lives, we can grow in our faith, character, and relationships, and become more like Him in our daily walk.
