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 ...
My counselor, my delight
The word of God is “my counselors” (Psalm
119:24).
When I become arrogant or depart from the Lord's
commandments,
God rebukes me through His word (v. 21).
God places His word in my heart to prevent me
from sinning against Him (v. 11).
The word of God is “my delight” (v. 24).
God opens my eyes to see amazing things in His
word (v. 18).
These amazing things are the faithful
fulfillment of God's promises given to me,
allowing me to taste the goodness of God (v. 17).
Therefore, even when people slander me,
I meditate on the word of the Lord (v. 23).
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