Monday, October 15, 2018

BOB Good morning. This is Bob Peden of Central, a United Methodist Community here in Meridian. Can you imagine how frustrated Jesus must have become with His disciples? On their way to Caesarea Philippi, Jesus asked his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" Their answers must truly have amazed him – John the Baptist, Elijah, one of the prophets! Even after hearing his parables and observing him preach and work miracles among the people, his disciples were hesitant to say aloud, "…the Messiah." Finally, Peter answers him, "You are the Messiah." This scripture reminds us that we as Christians are often hesitant to acknowledge aloud Jesus as our Lord and Savior – our Messiah. Let us not be hesitant to sing, dance, preach, and declare the truth that Christ is, indeed, the Messiah, the One who loved the world so much that he gave His life that the world might have life. And may we always be ready to share with all people that great love and amazing grace which comes to us through Jesus Christ.