Jesus Magnet

Luke 8:27-28 When Jesus stepped ashore, he was met by a demon-possessed man from the town. For a long time this man had not worn clothes or lived in a house, but had lived in the tombs. When he saw Jesus, he cried out and fell at his feet, shouting at the top of his voice, "What do you want with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg you, don't torture me!"

I have read and journaled on this story before but it seems that I see new things every time. Jesus was not in this town long when this possessed man came running to Him. The presence of God is strong and powerful, it draws the hearts of people and strikes fear in every demon. This man desperately needed God and Jesus did not have to go looking for Him.

So, why as Christians are we looking for the lost and not being a magnet for them instead?

I am in pursuit of a more intimate relationship with the King of Kings and in that pursuit; I should attract people to Him. I work at Cal State East Bay for a scholarship program for former foster youth and I love when a student comes in my office just to be with me. When everything seems to be falling apart, I love that I can be the one to pray with them. God will bring the hurting to us; we just need to be filled with Him.

Lord, thank You for Your presence and Your power. Let me be a blessing in someone’s life today. Amen