In Luke 7:18-23, John the Baptist was in prison and couldn't see what Jesus was up to out there. Therefore he wondered if Jesus was truly the One that the Jews were waiting for -- Their Messiah!
John's doubts were natural and Jesus didn't rebuke him for them. John sent two of his own disciples so they could go see and ask the Lord for him. Jesus explained that He had accomplished what the Messiah was supposed to accomplish. The blinds could see, the lame could walk, the lepers were cleansed, the deaf could hear, the dead were raised ...
God can handle our doubts, and He welcomes our questions. He encourages us to search the Scriptures. Do you have questions about Jesus, about who He is, or what He expects of you? Admit them to yourself and to God, and begin looking for answers. Only as you face your doubts honestly can you begin to resolve them. (Bible Notes)
Precious Pearl:
-"And you shall seek Me, and find Me, when you shall search for Me with all your heart." Jeremiah 29:13
-"Search the Scriptures; for in them you think you have eternal life; and they are they which testify of Me." John 5:39
-"But seek ye first the kingdom of God..." Matthew 6:33
Claudine
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