"HIS BROTHERS WERE . . NOT EXERCISING FAITH IN HIM" - Conclusion

 On one occasion a group of relatives -no doubt including Jesus' brothers-decided to go and "seize" Jesus. They were actually saying: "He has gone out of his mind." (Mark 3:21, 31) Mary, of course thought no such thing, but she went with her sons, perhaps in the hope that they would learn something that would help them grow in faith. Did they? Although Jesus kept performing astounding works and teaching wonderful truths, Mary's other sons still did not believe. Did she wonder, in near exasperation, just what it would take to reach their hearts?

Do you live in a religiously divided home? Mary's faith can teach you a great deal. She did not give up on her unbelieving relatives. Rather, she chose to let them see that her faith brought her joy and peace of mind. On the other hand, she remained supportive of her faithful son. Did she miss Jesus? Did she at times wish that he were still at home with her and her family? If so, she kept such feelings in check. She saw it as a privilege to be supportive and encouraging to Jesus. Can you likewise help your children to put God first in life? 

Next time: IMITATE THEIR FAITH/MARY - She Survived the Long Sword of Grief - "A LONG SWORD WILL BE RUN THROUGH YOU" 

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