And Jesus, when he came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things. — Mark 6:34 KJV
When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things. — Mark 6:34 NIV
Thought and Reflection
Jesus helps us to remember the extraordinary significance of teaching. While we could have expected miracles and wonders emerging out of Jesus’ compassion, what shepherdless sheep most need is great, strong, sensible, viable teaching from an instructor who knows them and really focuses on them.
My Prayer
Heavenly Father, bless your Church with dynamic, compassionate, and compelling teachers. Please give your people, your sheep, a yearn for your Word and a readiness to practice it in our lives. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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