my soap journal

Scripture:

Mark 14:61-63 “Then the high priest asked him, ‘Are you the Messiah, the Son of the Blessed One?’ Jesus said, ‘I Am. And you will see the Son of Man seated in the place of power at God’s right hand and coming on the clouds of heaven.’ Then the high priest tore his clothing to show his horror and said, ‘Why do we need other witnesses?’”

Observation:

The high priest asked the essential question and the answer for which the entire Jewish population had waited centuries for.  Oddly, the high priest didn’t pause at this moment (something even Pilate presence of mind to consider) to weigh Christ’s words.  Though he didn’t fit the preconception of a political leader, Christ really was there as a Savior – a quick assessment of his works would’ve identified him as such (not that the high priest would’ve needed a reminder).

Application:

Most the time when I have a question for God, I have an answer for him as well.  I need to take time to consider potential answers, unexpected answers. God’s ways are not my ways.

Prayer:

Lord, let my eyes be opened to see the answers you’ve laid in front of me, but I overlook in anticipation of my clever solution.