Mark 6
May 9, 2022
“The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, ‘Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.’ So they went away by themselves in a boat to a solitary place.” (v30-32)
Upon the disciples’ return from their Jesus-commissioned mission trip (v7), they were tired and hungry. And Jesus is not a task-master. He is not just interested in his disciples’ ministry productivity. He’s also concerned about their spiritual vitality. And so, Jesus calls them to join Him on a retreat for a time of rest and renewal.
Jesus, thank You that You not only want me to bear fruit for Your Kingdom, but You also care for my spiritual and physical well-being. Even though there are busy seasons of life and ministry, there are also opportunities for rest and renewal - if I’m willing to see them and take them. Thank you for that. I pray for Your strength for this busy season - and I thank You for the vacation that is right around the corner.
— Pastor Joshua Brooks
Use the following steps to guide your daily time with the Lord…
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Start with prayer. Ask God to open your heart to help you understand and receive His Word.
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Read and observe the passage carefully. As needed, read a second Bible version to help with understanding.
➡️ What does it say?
What does this passage teach me about God? What does it say about my sinful nature and my need for God’s grace? How does this passage point to Jesus?
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➡️ What am I going to do about it?
Does this passage include a promise to claim, an action/attitude to avoid/embrace, or a principle to apply? How can this truth apply to my life? What could my next step be? How can I share this with others? Is there a verse or section of Scripture I need to memorize?
