The Bible Day 11: (Psalm 8, Matthew 9:14-38, Genesis 24) Success and Prosperity, Our Wondrous Lord

Introduction:

Having success or being prosperous is sometimes seen as a bad thing depending on who your audience is, but to God, it's' not wrong to allow our LORD to help us succeed if we stay faithful in our walks with our Creator. Today's' reading mentions success-prosperous five times in Genesis 24 (v. 12, 21, 40, 42, and 56). The LORD brings us success and prosperity through our ministries, teachings, jobs, and relationships. Married or not, He is always there, ensuring the prosperity of His faithful servants.

Wisdom: Reading Psalm 8

Psalm 8 is prophetic, with Jared focusing on the themes of the Lord's glory, creation, and the incarnation of Christ. They connected these biblical passages to Christ as Creator, Redeemer, and Ruler of the universe, emphasizing the Lord's dominion over all things.

The New Testament: Reading Matthew 9:14-38

Jared discussed a passage from Matthew, chapter 9, focusing on Jesus's teachings and actions. They highlighted Jesus's response to the Pharisees' question about why their disciples do not fast and their explanation about the importance of new wine and new wineskins. Jared also recounted several instances where Jesus performed miracles, such as restoring a girl's life, healing a woman, and bringing two blind men back to sight. They ended the discussion by emphasizing the compassion of Jesus and encouraging prayer for more laborers in the harvest.

Jared discussed the historical practice of Jewish fasting, which occurred twice a week on Monday and Thursday and was observed during the morning. They emphasized that fasting was not meant to be gloomy, but instead, it was to prepare oneself for the wedding feast of the Messiah. Jared also touched upon the healing and resurrection of a girl and the healing of two blind men and a demon-possessed man. The Pharisees' claim that Jesus cast out demons through the ruler of the demons was refuted, as it was a holy act that demons could not perform. Jesus was seen as both the Sower and the Lord of the harvest, who sent out their disciples to reap what had been sown by the prophets and apostles.

The Old Testament: reading Genesis 24

Jared discussed the biblical story of Isaac and Rebecca. They explained that Abraham, Isaac's father, sent their servant to find a wife for Isaac in their family in their homeland. Following Abraham's instruction, the servant identified Rebecca from their family and brought her back to Isaac. Isaac and Rebecca eventually married.

Jared led a Bible study focused on Abraham, Isaac, and Rebecca. They highlighted the importance of faith and free will, noting that Abraham and Rebecca made decisions based on their own free will. They also discussed the concept of predestination and the role of the Holy Spirit. The study concluded with a prayer, reiterating faith, peace, and love themes.

In Christ, love Jared W. Campbell

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