Devotional Reflection Based on the Incident of Peter Cutting Off Malchus's Ear: “Then one of those standing near drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his ear.” ( Mark 14:47, Today's Korean Version ) 1. Identifying the People Involved: The person who stood beside Jesus and drew the sword was Simon Peter . The servant of the high priest was named Malchus . “Then Simon Peter, who had a sword, drew it and struck the high priest’s servant, cutting off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus.” ( John 18:10 ) 2. Jesus' Response to Peter's Action: (a) Jesus said: “Permit even this.” ( Luke 22:51, KJV: “Suffer ye thus far”; RSV: “No more of this” ) The Greek words clarify this: “ἕως τούτου” (“heōs toutou”) = “up to this point” or “even this” “ἐᾶτε” (“eate”) = “allow it,” “let it be,” “leave it alone” Therefore, Jesus is essentially saying: “Let them do what they are doing. Do not resist any further.” “If ...
Humility and Quietness
Humility and quietness are the
fruit of 3 truths:
1. We are absolutely secure in the love that God has for us in Christ Jesus (Rom. 8:38-39).
2. All of our activities in the Lord are significant because of the resurrection (1 Cor. 15:58).
3. We can take charge of our lives because God is in control of all things for our good (Rom. 8:28-32).
"As we focus our hearts on God - his love, purpose, and power - inner quietness is ours."
(Mark D. Futato, "The Book of
Psalms")
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