Matthew 11:9 Then what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.
Today’s verses have me thinking about the greatest and the least. On earth, who is considered the greatest? Those with power. Those with money. Those with political clout. Those who are loud enough to be heard. Those who get things done. Those who get their names in the spotlight.
Matthew 11:10 This is the one about whom it is written: “ ‘I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you.’
Who are the least on earth? Children, the poor, those who are just barely scraping by. Those who put others before ambition or making a name for themselves, the physically and mentally infirm. As I type this list, I can see why Jesus caused such a stir in His day. These people will be the greatest in heaven? How does that even make sense? And yet, Jesus has always been about shaking up established power dynamics.
Matthew 11:11a Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist;
Precious Savior, There is so much that I don’t understand–about life, about You, about myself. Help me to keep asking questions, keep seeking answers, keep learning and growing in You. Thank You that You are all about disrupting the status quo. Give me the strength and the wisdom to love as You love. Amen.
Matthew 11:11b …yet whoever is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.
Have a blessed day.