Read: Mark 1:40-45 Listen: Mark 1

Jesus sent him away at once with a strong warning: “See that you don’t tell this to anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the sacrifices that Moses commanded for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.” Mark 1:43-44

Jesus continues ministering to people, and his popularity swells. Specifically, people are intrigued by his ability to heal, and many seek him out for such healing. Consequently, the crowds begin to grow, even disrupting Jesus’s travel and ministry efforts. While healing was a vital part of Jesus’s ministry, the healing acts were illustrations of his teaching. The kingdom of God is at hand. Through Jesus, the dead are raised to life, and new life is found. So, though Jesus cares for people’s bodies, he cares even more for people’s souls. Spiritual reconciliation is a higher priority than physical healing.

We, too, can become so captivated with temporary issues that we miss what matters most. Though our physical issues matter, our souls and hearts matter more. Jesus’s priority is to reconcile people to God and to each other, which should be our priority and desire as well. Sharing our faith in Jesus is essential in the Christian life. As followers of Jesus and ambassadors of the message that Jesus saves, we are to point people to him, knowing that he offers us eternal life. He is the answer to our deepest needs.

TODAY: Who has God placed in your life that needs to hear the good news of Jesus? How confident are you in sharing your faith with others? Join us on May 29 for a one-night class about how to share your faith. This evening will serve as a solid primer or refresher for anyone looking to better point others to Jesus. Learn more and sign up here: https://my.adabible.org/registration/sharingyourfaith2025.