Good morning. Thanks for your patience. I have my new computer and can resume these letters. Here’s today’s passage.

“The Pharisees came and began to argue with him, seeking from him a sign from heaven to test him. And he sighed deeply in his spirit and said, “Why does this generation seek a sign? Truly, I say to you, no sign will be given to this generation.” And he left them, got into the boat again, and went to the other side.” - Mark 8:11-13.

While some people want Jesus to be the Lord of their lives, some are only interested in seeing what Jesus can do. Others want Jesus trapped or in their employ like a genie in a bottle to make Him do whatever they want. And others want to see Jesus do miraculous things so they can accuse Him of something when He doesn’t act the way they want Him to.

Jesus will not be played. He will not be a pawn or someone’s plaything. He is too smart to be duped, and He will not play games with those who refuse to submit their lives to Him. When we ask Jesus for something or to do something, it should always be for His glory and in accordance with His plan. We make our requests, but yield to His authority for our lives.

Don’t be an Alladin. Jesus is not your Genie. -Pastor Mike

BTW, did you see on the news that Aladdin has been banned from the magic carpet race? Apparently, he's been using performance-enhancing rugs.