JESUS’ PROFESSION
5th of 7 devotions in Jesus Appreciation series
Hebrews 1:1-3: “In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, and through whom He created the universe.
“The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His being, sustaining all things by His powerful word. After He had provided purification for sins, He sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.”
Jesus’ profession [pro-FESH-on] is His job. Everyone is created with gifts and a path to pursue. Everyone is happy when doing whatever talent Papa endows. Work is “easy” when we exercise that talent instead of denying what we naturally WANT to do.
Work is a gene with which everyone—even Jesus—is created. We gotta DO something! Check out the lesson linked below for work that God first assigned to Adam. The days are long and life drags on when we’re bored. But when we enjoy our work, life is a delight. We actually enjoy waking up each day!
How does Jesus feel about the job Papa gave Him?
Evidently, people are Jesus’ job.
We always were, and we’ll always be Jesus’ profession … forever. From the beginning, Jesus knew that He’d be born as a human and die for human sin. Now that work is finished and Jesus ascended to the Father. Phase two of Jesus’ profession claims His time.
Aren’t you thrilled that God is infinite?
Jesus’ job is to work on our behalf. John 10:10 shows that Jesus’ job is to provide Believers-in-Him abundant life. He gives us peace. He equips us to live joyfully. He empowers us to accomplish whatever job He appoints us to do.
Romans 8:34 promises that Jesus hears every prayer lifted up from Believers’ hearts or spoken with our lips. He “cleans up” (adding praise, aligning with Father’s will) Believers’ prayers and presents them to Papa.
Colossians 1:15 teaches that God is a loving Father who cares about our concerns, and is detail-oriented! He longs to hear from you and wants to share your most intimate problems!
John 14:2-3 promises that Jesus is preparing a place for you! Doesn’t that make you feel special and confident that you will have somewhere to live with Him forever?
In Revelation 22:12, Jesus promises, “I am coming soon! My reward is with Me, and I will give to everyone according to what he has done. ”
Take Home Nugget
People are Jesus’ purpose. He loves us unconditionally and provides everything we need.
Holy Father, awaken a fresh insight in me to appreciate Jesus more each day! Amen.
Adapted from “What’s Jesus Doing Now?” by Dr. Charles Stanley. Georgia. In Touch monthly devotional magazine. December 26, 2017.
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