The Man

The Man

John 1:14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us…

Scripture’s clear that Jesus is both fully God and fully man. God came down to Earth to live with us. Now, think about what that means. Jesus experienced everything we do.

It’s cold here and although the weather is usually milder in Israel than it is here in Tennessee, they do have cold weather. Lows this time of year run in the low 40s and occasionally they have snow in the higher elevations. So Jesus knows what it means to be cold. He witnessed around thirty winters during His time here on Earth, so He knows what that feels like. He knows what it’s like to come in from the cold to a warm fire. Jesus understands the need for warm clothing.

It’s because of these experiences that Jesus understands us. Jesus was like us in every respect. That’s why He is a merciful High Priest; He suffered just like we suffer. His hands and toes numbed to the cold just like ours do. His face stung in a cold winter wind just like ours does. Jesus was tempted just as we are tempted. The only difference is that He never sinned whereas we do.

Yes, Jesus understands. He understands our weaknesses, our infirmities, and our shortcomings. He even understands what it’s like to be cold. I’m sure if Jesus was here on Earth with us today, He’d be looking forward to Spring.

Have a God Filled Week,
Brother Donnie