Video of the Day: Clip from the 1978 movie “Superman”
Bible Verse of the Day:
On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18 Now Bethany was less than two miles[b] from Jerusalem, 19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. 20 When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home. 21 “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. 22 But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask,” John 11:17-22.
Today’s featured scene is one of my favorites from Superman. After Lois dies in an earthquake while Superman is off saving a dam from cracking, he shows emotion. Following a moment of frustration and tears, Superman uses his supernatural power to turn back time. Unfortunately, outside of Hollywood, you have to deal with unexpected events and natural disasters.
Jesus faces a similar situation in the first century. As Jesus was busy training his disciples and leading the lost into a personal relationship with God, Lazarus passes away. While Martha blamed Jesus for her brother’s death, Martha believes that Jesus could somehow turn back time like Superman. After weeping, Jesus brings a man dead for 4 days back to life.
Closing Song:
Christians who rely on their feelings rather than faith have a tendency to feel dead inside. This is when you need a spiritual awakening like today’s song. Although human beings can’t turn back time, the power of the Holy Spirit is available to rejuvenate your soul.
by Jay Mankus
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