Quiet Time Notes

Notes from my daily Quiet Times with God

Ministry - The Wild Man

February 2nd, 2012
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Mark 5:1-20

So often in our lives as disciples we can unfortunately relate to the wild demon-possessed man we see in the scriptures. In my own life there are times when I long to be able to meet and connect with Jesus and to go deeper in my relationship with God but have it cut short by anger, anxiety and frustration. It's at these times that I must examine the sin and the areas of my life that are out of control.

Areas to examine:

• Finances, Discipline (Laziness), Purity
• Eating and drinking habits over the holidays.
• Relationships

The key to doing well spiritually is to realize that you need the help of Jesus (V6) through prayer and the help of relationships (V19).
V17- The people begged Jesus to leave, even after he performed such an amazing miracle.
Why? Jesus represented the light!
John 3:19-21 teaches us that the light has come into the world to expose darkness.
You will not want Jesus around if you do not welcome exposure.

Questions for thought:

• Do I welcome spiritual relationships?
• Do I confess sin and push my life into the light?
• How do these sins affect my heart for people?

Be the light today for someone who is struggling or discouraged in their faith. Encourage them in some way.
Focus on the relationship, not on the sin. Learn how to love people in spite of the sin in their lives.
Key Phrase: The key to doing well spiritually is to realize that you need the help of Jesus