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JESUS AT THE TEMPLE
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23
Luke 2:41-52

Exodus 23:14-17

 

“His name shall be called Wonderful…”

 

JESUS AT THE TEMPLE
 
From the time of the flight to Egypt until Jesus was twelve years old, we know very little of the Saviour’s activity. The Scripture tells us that He grew up strong and was filled with wisdom and grace (Luke 2:40). Other than this, we know nothing.
 
It was the custom of Mary and Joseph to go to the Temple every year during the Feast of the Passover. It was required of men to go to the Temple, but not necessarily of women. Despite the long, hard, costly journey from their home to Jerusalem, Mary and Joseph, although poor, always went (Luke 2:41).
 
The account is well known. Thinking Jesus was with them, Mary and Joseph started for home in a group of other relatives and friends. After having travelled for a day, they suddenly discovered that Jesus was not among the group travelling with them. So, they went back to look for Him (Luke 2:42-45).
 
After searching for three days, they found Him in the Temple entering into the theological debates of the wisest teachers of the Law in all Judaism. Everyone was amazed at the knowledge of this One who, humanly speaking, was just a boy (Luke 2:46-47).
 
When questioned by His mother, He reminded her that He had to fulfil those things ordained by God the Father (Luke 2:48-49). Mary and Joseph did not understand the reply of the Lord. But He returned with them and was an obedient son, having approval both of God the Father and those who knew Him on earth (Luke 2:51-52).
 
Here is a strong admonition for children to obey their parents. Jesus subjected Himself to Mary and Joseph despite the fact that Joseph was not His father and neither Mary nor Joseph could really understand Him. Children should be obedient to their parents. This was the example set by Christ.
 
THOUGHT: What lesson have I learnt from today’s Scripture?

PRAYER: Father, help me to follow Jesus’ example.

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