JESUS UNDERSTANDS AND CARES

“Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession.  For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”

Hebrews 4:14-16

King James Version

When we are tempted to do something we shouldn’t do or say something we shouldn’t say, Jesus understands.  It is not a sin to be tempted because Jesus was tempted.  It only becomes sin when we do what we are tempted to do.  John Peterson wrote the beautiful inspiring hymn “NO ONE UNDERSTANDS LIKE JESUS”

I love these words in this hymn.  “No one understands like Jesus; Ev'ry woe He sees and feels; Tenderly He whispers comfort, And the broken heart He heals.”  Yes, Jesus understands when we are tempted to do something wrong and He understands when we are discouraged, feel all alone and have a broken heart.

However, our loving Saviour doesn’t want us to be discouraged or have a broken heart and feel all alone.  We read in the Bible.  “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly” (John 10:10).

The next time you are tempted to do something that would hurt Jesus or say something that would hurt Him, remember He understands and He still loves you.  I used to have a terrible temper before I was saved.  I hated everybody and I let them know it by my words and by my actions.  I am so glad that Jesus saved me and gave me a new heart.

“And I will give them one heart, and I will put a new spirit within you; and I will take the stony heart out of their flesh, and will give them an heart of flesh: (Ezekiel  11:19).  Now, when I do lose my temper, it’s usually at me because I can’t do the things I want to do because of my arthritis but Jesus understands and He cares when I’m discouraged Just as He cares when you are hurting and discouraged.

Heavenly Father, thank You for giving Jesus to die on the cross for our sins.  Please comfort and encourage all who are lonely discouraged and hurting.  I love You so much and I appreciate all You have done for me.  Thank You for the privilege You have given me to serve Jesus.  I pray for my Pastor, Pastor Davis.  Please encourage him and let him know how much You love him.  In Jesus’ Name, I pray.  Amen.

Joanne Lowe

July 19, 2019