"...Many Other Things..."

"This is the disciple who testifies of these things; and we know that his testimony is true. And there are alsomany other things that Jesus did, which if they were written one by one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that would be written." -John 21:24-25

If you or I sat down to read only the words of Christ from the pages of the Holy Bible, it might take us two or three hours (maybe slightly more or less) - over 99% of His words are found in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

Jesus lived a total of 33 years. Three of these years, the final three, are considered His "ministry years," and it's within these three years that all of His words from the four Gospel accounts are taken.

But, what else do you suppose Jesus said and did in his 33 years? Isn't that an exciting question to ponder? Did He say, "Mom, what's for dinner?" Probably. Or maybe, "Can I go over to Johnny's house and play for awhile?" I like to think of Christ in this childlike, human light.

We've learned all of our lives that Christ was fully human...and fully God. The human side of Christ makes Him real to us...gives us a firm, sure way to relate to this remarkable and incomparable individual. This remains the wonderful and intentional plan of God.

But, what else did He do? What else did He say? What other diseases did He heal? Did He raise up anyone else from the dead? How many other life-saving parables and stories did He tell that inspired people to believe in, and rely on, a loving, forgiving, and all-powerful God?

Clearly, it is God's plan for us to read only the words that are printed in today's Bible - these are the words and concepts inspired by God, handed down to us, and meant for our ears and hearts today. But Christ's disciple and friend, John, tells us that "...there are also many other things that Jesus did..." Jesus Christ, the living, breathing Lord of all - God-come-to-earth in human form - we can only imagine the unlimited vastness of the attributes that are at His command.

Written by Jim Coleman
A Positive Minute-Hour of Power

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PRAYER:

Lord, You mean the world to me...You are EVERYTHING to me...yet, I can only grasp such a small portion of the total You. Thank You for visiting with me yesterday, today, and always. Amen.

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Of all of the words, sayings, healings, and activities of Christ described in the pages of the Bible...which one means the most to you? Study this favorite passage more...read it and reread it...pray about it and seek and search it for new insights. What did you discover?