In what ways can we prioritize Jesus in our personal and family challenges? Jairus Comes Running: Luke 8:41 “Then a man named Jairus, a synagogue leader, came and fell at Jesus’ feet, begging Him to come to his house”. What We Learn from Jairus’ First Step • Urgency: he “came” straight to Jesus—no hesitation, no secondary plan. • Humility: he “fell at Jesus’ feet,” letting go of rank and reputation. • Dependence: he “begged Him to come,” knowing only Jesus could meet the need. • Family-focused faith: his aim was the rescue of his daughter; family burdens drove him closer to Christ, not farther. Making Jairus’ Example Our Own 1. Choose Jesus First, Not Last • When problems surface, let prayer be the opening move, not the backup plan (Philippians 4:6-7). • Replace “What can I do?” with “Lord, what will You do?” (Proverbs 3:5-6). 2. Fall at His Feet Daily • Start mornings with Scripture before screens. Matthew 6:33 keeps priorities straight: “Seek first the kingdom of God.” • Model surrender for children: a brief family devotion around the table speaks louder than lectures. 3. Invite Him into the House • Jairus asked Jesus “to come to his house.” Welcome Christ into routines—mealtime gratitude, bedtime blessings, worship music in the background (Deuteronomy 6:5-7). • Address conflict with a Christ-centered tone: “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts” (Colossians 3:15). 4. Stay Faith-Focused When Delays Happen • On the way to Jairus’ home Jesus stopped to heal the woman with the issue of blood (Luke 8:43-48). Delays test faith but develop trust (James 1:2-4). • Speak life during waiting periods: rehearse promises like Psalm 46:1, “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” 5. Guard Against Fear as Circumstances Worsen • News of the girl’s death reached Jairus before Jesus arrived. Jesus said, “Do not fear; only believe” (Luke 8:50). • Replace anxious talk with faith declarations: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want” (Psalm 23:1). 6. Witness Together What Jesus Can Do • Jesus took Jairus, his wife, and three disciples into the room and raised the girl (Luke 8:54-55). • Share testimonies at the dinner table. Remembering past deliverances fuels present confidence (Psalm 78:4). Quick Action List for Prioritizing Jesus in Challenges • Set a fixed time for family Scripture reading—even five minutes counts. • Keep a visible “God’s faithfulness” journal where everyone records answered prayers. • Turn worry moments into worship moments: sing, pray, or quote a verse aloud. • Offer immediate, brief prayers before solving each new problem at work or home. • End each day by thanking Jesus for specific mercies you noticed. Closing Thought Jairus teaches that the shortest path through any crisis is the one that leads us directly to Jesus’ feet. Make that path well-worn, and both personal and family challenges become opportunities to experience His power firsthand. |
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