The Life and Ministry of Jesus
Is this not the carpenter’s son? Is not His mother called Mary? And His brothers James, Joses, Simon, and Judas? And His sisters, are they not all with us? Where then did this Man get all these things?” So they were offended at Him. But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country and in his own house.” Now He did not do many mighty works there because of their unbelief. Matthew 13:55–58
This is a tremendous revelation. Note what it was that limited the power of God when He was here. It was unbelief! “He did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief.” It was not that He was unable to do them; but because of their unbelief, He did very few miracles there.
My friend, the great problem with you and me is that we do not have faith to believe—and I’m talking about faith for the salvation of men and women. We need the kind of faith that believes Christ can save the lost. He is limited today in your own community, in your church, in your family, and in your own life by unbelief. And this is certainly true of me also. Our Lord states a great truth here. Let’s not bypass it. 1
Personal Encouragement
The world can only promise hope, but has no power to fulfill that promise. Jesus will fulfill every promise to those who believe. What do you need to start believing God for? Your health, a friendship, a family member, a job, a home, finances, joy, salvation? Will you ask Him for His help now, and believe that He will answer you with His best for you?
For the Scripture says, “Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame.” Romans 10:11
Not to believe in Jesus is to reject the only Person and power able to save you.
A Prayer
Lord, thank You for hearing my prayer and answering me.
1. McGee, J. V. (1991). Thru the Bible commentary: The Gospels (Matthew 1-13) (electronic ed., Vol. 34). Nashville: Thomas Nelson.
