Proverbs 4:1-27 - A father instructs his son on the importance of wisdom, and seeking it. Passing along wisdom and tradition can be a difficult thing. What challenges do we face in passing on the faith to the next generation? What hasn't really changed in terms of these difficulties? How has God equipped you as a parent or a friend to share wisdom about Jesus to the next generation?
John 12:1-19 - Here we have two really powerful stories about Jesus on his way to the cross: Mary anointing him with perfume, as if he is going to be buried, and the triumphal entry, people welcoming him as king. But in between these two we hear that Lazarus, whom Jesus had raised, is being targeted by the same leaders who are going to kill Jesus. Obviously it's a good thing to be raised from the dead, but I suppose it puts a big target on you from Jesus' enemies. This is true even for us. Jesus claims us through the gift of faith. We have new life even now, but we also have cross-hairs on us. Satan loves to attack the redeemed. The good news for Lazarus and for us is that Jesus is the victor. Our salvation is as good as done because the One who promises life is trustworthy.
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