Today's Reading: Matthew 24
Scripture:
"Jesus came out from the temple and was going away when His disciples came up to point out the temple buildings to Him." Matthew 24:1
Observation:
The temple buildings were incredible. Nothing made by man could be compared to them. The size of the hand-cut, man-carried stones defied logic. The amount of gold, pure gold, that adorned the walls was beyond imagination. There was not one aspect of the temple that was not impressive. As Jesus and His disciple left the temple the disciples were taken away by the beauty of the building.
Application:
This chapter of Matthew does not leave a warm and fuzzy feeling in the pit of my stomach. It is a sobering reminder of the passing nature of time and things made of man. It is also a remind that things will continue to get worse before they get better.
Prayer:
Father, this word in Matthew is a call to live ready for Your return. Ask that You help me know how to use my life, talents, wealth and possessions to best serve the coming of Your kingdom. It is becoming increasingly difficult to live life on this earth.
I ask that You raise up the men of Your church. We have been led astray. Just as Your disciples did in this verse, we have become enamored with the things of the world. Buildings. Cars. Boats. Success. Sports. Kids. Family. Looks. Health. Wealth. Prosperity. Comfort. All these things have risen to a place of prominence in our lives. They are not evil things, but we commit much evil in our pursuit of them.
I pray that the desire to pursue You, Your will, and Your love be returned to a place of prominence in our lives. I pray that seeking Your presence become our all consuming desire. As we take steps towards You I ask that You reward us with an
undeniable, tangible taste of Your goodness. I pray that the joy, love, hope, peace, contentment and blessing on the lives of Your sons be so evident that the lost world will be able to look and know beyond doubt the truth of Your goodness.
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