“And Jesus, when He came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things” (Mark 6:34).

Aren’t you glad that the Lord Jesus does not view people as inconvenient interruptions? Aren’t you glad that our awesome Lord doesn’t become aggravated with us and consider us to be a nuisance? Please understand that such knowledge doesn’t lead to careless living. In fact, it is just the opposite. Loving and appreciating the Lord’s graciousness only causes the believer to seek to honor Him in greater ways.

This was truly the blessing that Mark and Jessica (names changed!) came to exemplify. One night as they had the opportunity to share their story with a friend, Mark quietly said, “We were wandering in life. Everything seemed to be without purpose for us. Slowly we started learning about Christ, and we discovered that He indeed is compassionate and that He has reached out to us. What an amazing Savior He is! We’re so glad that He is our Savior and Shepherd. What a wonderful salvation He offers on the basis of His death, the shedding of His blood and His victorious resurrection! We just wish everyone knew Him!”

For today: Aren’t you glad that the Lord is awesome and compassionate? Don’t you wish everyone knew Him?