S - Mark 2:8 But immediately, when Jesus perceived in His spirit that they reasoned thus within themselves, He said to them, “Why do you reason about these things in your hearts? 9 Is it easier to say to the paralyzed man ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or ‘Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk’?
O - From the way Mark tells us of this story it seems that Jesus was able to make a very quick decision as to what He would do with this man. It says that He saw their faith and had an opportunity to heal their friend. However, He was able to kill two birds with one stones by forgiving His sins first and challenging the Pharisees.
A - I too have opportunities to help people that I know and run into. I should always be aware of both their immediate needs and their eternal needs. To not pay attention to their eternal needs is a big mistake and not helping them to the full extent.
P - God, help me to be aware of the needs of people around me. When I perceive a need, help me to look even deeper and see the eternal need that only your son Jesus can fill and give me the courage to talk with them about it. Bless my family and me today and help me to be the man of God that you created me to be.
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