Revelation of the Word:

THEME: GOD QUALIFIES THE UNQUALIFIED

John 8:3-11 NKJV

“Then the scribes and Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery. And when they had set her in the midst, they said to Him, “Teacher, this woman was caught in adultery, in the very act. Now Moses, in the law, commanded us that such should be stoned. But what do You say?” This they said, testing Him, that they might have something of which to accuse Him. But Jesus stooped down and wrote on the ground with His finger, as though He did not hear. So when they continued asking Him, He raised Himself up and said to them, “He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first.” And again He stooped down and wrote on the ground. Then those who heard it, being convicted by their conscience, went out one by one, beginning with the oldest even to the last. And Jesus was left alone, and the woman standing in the midst. When Jesus had raised Himself up and saw no one but the woman, He said to her, “Woman, where are those accusers of yours? Has no one condemned you?” She said, “No one, Lord.” And Jesus said to her, “Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no more.”

INSIGHT

-A woman disqualified by the conduct for was caught in the act of adultery. Even though the Pharisees and Scribes resorted to prosecute her for her prostitution, Jesus introduced the law of love. He ignited the flame of penance and re-evaluation of one’s conduct. All were guilty of sin and deserved to be punished. Therefore none was worthy of stoning the woman for her sin. Jesus then instructed the woman to cease from sin. Jesus is our Lord and God, our Savior and Father. He calls us to follow Him fully and cease from sin for His grace is sufficient for us.

SUMMARY

God qualifies the unqualified is a vital thematic exposition that conveys the message that God is able to use anyone for His purposes, regardless of their perceived abilities or qualifications. As we have analyzed this week, human limitations or shortcomings are not barriers to being used by God. Instead, God empowers and equips us with what we need to fulfill our purposes or calling, often turning weaknesses into strengths. Knowing that God is the lifter or men, encourages us and gives us hope when we feel inadequate or unworthy, reminding us that divine grace can make all things possible. Moses was chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt, despite his initial reluctance and his own admission that he was “slow of speech and tongue” (Exodus 4:10). God provided him with Aaron to speak on his behalf and gave him the power to perform miracles. Moses’ story shows that God’s calling comes with divine support and provision. Gideon was called by God to save Israel from the Midianites, even though he came from the weakest clan in Manasseh and considered himself the least in his family (Judges 6:15). God assured Gideon, “I will be with you,” and demonstrated His strength through Gideon’s perceived weakness. David was a young shepherd boy when he was anointed to be the king of Israel. He was the youngest son of Jesse, and even his own family did not consider him a likely candidate for kingship (1 Samuel 16:7-13). Yet, God saw his heart and chose him to become one of Israel’s greatest kings. King David showed kindness to Mephibosheth the son of Jonathan his friend who was crippled. At the age of five Mephibosheth got an accident while fleeing with his nurse and became lame in the feet (2 Samuel 4:4). David considered him worthy to seat at his table and dine with him constantly despite his physical condition (2 Samuel 9:3-7). God has a place in His heart for the people with disabilities and calls us to show love and compassion to them. Jesus showed mercy to a man who had laid sick at the pool of Bethesda for thirty-eight years. At this pool many were sick, blind, lame, paralyzed and waited for the angel to come and stir the water for a divine encounter. Jesus instructed the man to rise up, take his mat and walk, and immediately he was healed (John 5:2-9). Jesus chose ordinary fishermen, a tax collector, and others who were not considered highly educated or religiously qualified to be His closest followers (Mark 1:16-20). They became apostles, spreading the gospel and establishing the early church, empowered by the Holy Spirit. We are encouraged even though we may feel unworthy or inadequate God works through those who feel the least qualified. He equips and empowers us if we put all our trust in Him. God calls us in whatever capacity we are in to go into all the nations and make disciples for He is with us to the end of the age.

PRAYER

Almighty Heavenly Father, our able God, Great and Mighty King, Your name is awesome and powerful above every other name. No one can stand against You or be compared to You dear Lord. Father we thank You for holding our hands and lifting us above our weaknesses and inabilities. Thank You for healing us and blessings us. Thank You for opening doors and opportunities for us that we could otherwise never access. Thank You for Your presence in our lives, thank You for Your grace that is sufficient for us and Your power is made perfect in weakness, and when we are weak then we are strong for You are in us and with us. We thank You for You died and ransomed us with Your precious blood, may You forgive us and sanctify us dear Jesus. May You bless us and keep us. May You shine Your face towards us and be gracious unto us. May You show Your countenance unto us and give us peace. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us now and forevermore. Amen.

Further reading: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29, 2 Corinthians 12:9

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