"And He sternly warned him and immediately sent him away, and He said to him, "See that you say nothing to anyone; but go, show yourself to the priest and offer for your cleansing what Moses commanded, as a testimony to them." But he went out and began to proclaim it freely and to spread the news around, to such an extent that Jesus could no longer publicly enter a city, but stayed out in unpopulated areas; and they were coming to Him from everywhere."
This man, healed by Jesus, was a leper. Leprosy was an incurable disease in those days and highly contagious. This man had been living a life full of isolation, persecution, and hopelessness. Then, Jesus came into his life and set him free! What a huge change and an obvious work of God! However, Jesus warned the man to keep the Law and do as Moses commanded. Why? Because it would strengthen his testimony and his witness for Jesus' being a messenger from God. Also, the people that he told would come to Jesus seeking the Word of God, not just a physical healing. However, the man didn't obey and because of this Jesus was unable to do what He truly wanted to do in that area for a time. Did you know that you too are a messenger of God? Your actions, words, and life all witness to everyone around you about God. Sometimes, this can feel like a huge burden, like this man having to go through the ceremonial cleansing ritual after his leprosy was cured, but if we are faithful and do our best to obey, God will be glorified and others will be drawn to Him in a real faith. Thus, God will be set free to work in a powerful way through you and your life here and now. Don't allow your witness of God to limit His work for a time. Set Him free to work in a mighty way by remaining faithful to His calling for you today!
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