19/8/09        MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS      

Scripture – John 21:22 ‘Jesus answered, “If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me.” ‘

 Observation – Peter wants to know if John will remain alive until Jesus’ return. Jesus does not answer the question. He basically says, ‘That’s none of your business, you don’t need to know that’. He wants Peter to stay focused on what He has been speaking to him about. That is, following Him.

 Application – It is easy for us to get side-tracked onto things that are side-issues that are not any of our business and are in no way helpful to our lives. Information is not what is important. Revelation is far more important. Revelation comes from what God is saying to us.  He is revealing His will. His will is always for our benefit and for the benefit of the kingdom. If we will continue to follow Jesus we willl be doing the best thing we could be doing.

 Prayer – Lord, I am easily side-tracked! Help me to remain focused on you and flowing with you. May your words be my desire. May I hear what you are saying above the voices in this world that call for my attention! Help me to live from your tree of life!