Jesus is Essential
Matthew 17:5–8: While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them; and suddenly a voice came out of the cloud, saying, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Hear Him!” And when the disciples heard it, they fell on their faces and were greatly afraid. But Jesus came and touched them and said, “Arise, and do not be afraid.” When they had lifted up their eyes, they saw no one but Jesus only.
Have you ever heard a voice out of heaven commending you and saying that God was well pleased with you? He has never said that to me. He has never said it to anyone but this One. The Lord Jesus is the only One who ever has been well pleasing to God. And you and I will never get into God’s presence until we are in Christ by faith.
When we receive Christ as our Savior, then we are placed in the body of believers. We are accepted in the Beloved. Do you want a good motto for your life? I suggest these two words: Jesus only. He is the One who is the authority. I hope you will mark those two words, Jesus only, in your Bible. 1
Walking with Jesus
What is keeping you from seeing “Jesus only?” How can that become your new motto? I just want to see Jesus!
For we did not follow cunningly devised fables when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of His majesty. For He received from God the Father honor and glory when such a voice came to Him from the Excellent Glory: “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” 2 Peter 1:16–17
Perfect vision is when our focus is on Jesus, and stays on Jesus.
Praying
Lord, thank You for opening my eyes to Your will and Your way for my life.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
