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| You’re in Good Company |
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| TODAY’S SCRIPTURE |
| “...but Jesus refused to answer.” |
| (Luke 23:9, NLT) |
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| TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria |
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In
scripture, many times people would come against Jesus and criticize
Him. Many times it says, “Jesus answered them not a word.” He simply
didn’t respond to His critics. He didn’t try to convince them to change
their minds. He didn’t get upset because somebody was talking about Him.
No, He just ignored it.
When
people come against you and they’re jealous, trying to make you look
bad, trying to discourage you, remember you’re in good company! Jesus
was probably criticized more than anyone else. I love the fact that He
didn’t try to explain Himself. He didn’t try to make everyone understand
Him. He just stayed focused on what He was called to do. He simply ran
His race.
Friend,
Jesus set the example for you and me. We don’t have to try to win the
approval of others. We have to understand that not everyone is going to
understand us. Our focus should be on following God’s leading and let
Him order our steps. The next time someone criticizes you, remember the
example of Jesus. Overlook it, don’t get offended, and keep moving
forward in the destiny God has for you!
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| A PRAYER FOR TODAY |
| Father, today I release every person who has criticized me or tried to discourage me. I choose to forgive them; I choose to turn away from that distraction. I choose to focus on You and the blessings You have in store for me in Jesus’ name. Amen. |
| — Joel & Victoria Osteen |
