Mark 1:23 Just then a man in their synagogue who was possessed by an impure spirit cried out,
I have so many questions about today’s verses. Why was an impure-spirit-possessed man in the synagogue? Did they know he was possessed by an impure spirit? Could others tell just by looking at him? Had others interacted with the man prior to Jesus’s arrival?
Mark 1:24 “What do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are—the Holy One of God!”
Regardless of all these questions that I can’t answer, Jesus was able to use the situation for the good of the man (he drove out the spirit) and for His own glory (He showed that even impure spirits recognize and obey Him).
Mark 1:25 “Be quiet!” said Jesus sternly. “Come out of him!”
Precious Savior, Thank You for the reminder that there is no way for me to have answers to all the questions of this life, but, even if I don’t know the answers, I can be sure that You are in control, that You are working all things to our good and Your glory. Thank You. Amen.
Mark 1:26 The impure spirit shook the man violently and came out of him with a shriek.
Have a blessed day.