HOPE

Today's reading: Matthew 12-13

"This fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah concerning him:

'Look at my Servant, who I have chosen.

He is my Beloved, and I am very pleased with him.

I will put my Spirit upon him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations.

He will not fight or shout; he will not raise his voice in public.

He will not crush those who are weak, or quench the smallest hope, until he brings full justice with his final victory.

And his name will be the hope of all the world.'" Matthew 12:17-21 NLT

Just like in Isaiah' time, and in the time of Jesus, people expect the Messiah to swoop in and loudly claim victory. A political take-over of front page news proportion. Monumental headlines. CNN worthy reporting.

But Servant Jesus seldom works like that.

In a still, small voice He calms.

In a quiet whisper He soothes.

In a behind the scenes occurrence He settles matters.

And He fertilizes the smallest seeds of hope.

He waters them ever slow slightly as not to disturb any roots that are taking hold.

He provides enough Sonshine to promote growth at a rate that is healthy.

He knows that He is doing--and we can trust Him.