Day 289 - Embracing Interdependence: Walking with God and Each Other (John 8, Luke 10) Year 2
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TODAY'S READING:

• John 8:21-59, Luke 10, 11:1-13

WORD OF THE DAY:

-  Interdependence

In today’s reading, Jesus continues His confrontation with the Jewish leaders, making profound declarations about His relationship with God the Father. He tells them plainly that they are from below—earthly—while He is from above—heavenly. Jesus goes on to warn them that if they do not believe in Him, they will die in their sins.

One of the most powerful verses from this passage is when Jesus says, “I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave to sin … So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.” (John 8:34, 36). What a promise! True freedom is found only in Him.

But then, Jesus goes even further and claims, "Before Abraham was, I am." This statement is monumental. By using the term “I Am,” Jesus is directly aligning Himself with God, the same God who spoke to Moses in Exodus, declaring, “I AM WHO I AM.” The Jewish leaders immediately recognize that Jesus is claiming divinity, which is why they pick up stones to kill Him. Yet, Jesus escapes because His time had not yet come.

There’s more going on here, though. Jesus wasn’t just declaring His identity—He was challenging everything the Jewish leaders believed about themselves. In a collectivist culture like theirs, identity was rooted in their lineage, in being descendants of Abraham. But Jesus was telling them that their collective identity was not enough—they needed to believe in Him personally. This would have shaken their worldview. They believed they were already free, but Jesus reveals that only He, the Son, can truly set them free.

Next, we move to Luke, where we read about Jesus sending out seventy-two disciples. He instructs them to go in pairs, showing the importance of community in ministry. They are sent with the message: "The Kingdom of God is near." Jesus warns them that not everyone will welcome them, but He gives them authority over the power of the enemy.

The theme of interdependence is strong here. Jesus didn’t send His disciples out alone. He knew they would need each other for strength and support. This is a reminder that we are not meant to walk this journey alone. We need each other—our faith grows stronger when we serve, pray, and live out our mission in community.

Later, we read the famous story of the Good Samaritan. The Samaritan helps a man beaten and left for dead, while others—who should have helped—passed by. Jesus teaches us through this parable that loving our neighbor means showing mercy to those in need, regardless of their background.

Then we see Mary and Martha. While Martha is busy preparing for her guests, Mary sits at Jesus’ feet, focused on Him. Jesus gently tells Martha that Mary has chosen the better thing. This story highlights the importance of focusing on Jesus rather than getting caught up in the busyness of life.

Finally, Jesus teaches His disciples how to pray, giving us the Lord’s Prayer—a beautiful reminder of our dependence on God for everything. . .

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