I'm the oldest and even at age 50 I like to give my little brother a hard time.
Because I'm still the oldest and wisest, of course.
(Hey, stop snickering)
Interesting little dialog in John 7:3-8 between Jesus and his brothers. TIP: Read around it for more context.
(Yes - Jesus had younger brothers. Technically half-brothers - since Joseph was the father for the brothers.)
Imagine - for a moment - growing up as Jesus' younger brother. Wow. Talk about mom and dad having high expectations for you.
But at the same time - imagine how hard it would be to get over your disbelief that your big brother is the Son of God. The Messiah. Quite a challenge.
A challenge that was too hard for them to overcome in these verses.
Compare their words with Jesus stinging but on-the-point response.
Eventually - Jesus' brother James became a leader (and Bible book author - inspired by the Holy Spirit) in the early church following Jesus' death, resurrection and ascension.
See James.
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Lord thank you for this tidbit of insight into the daily life of Jesus.
Simple things like dealing with brothers and family.
Showing us that our harshest critics are often those closest to us.
(and ourselves...)
Grant us patience and peace.
Amen.
=========================Simple things like dealing with brothers and family.
Showing us that our harshest critics are often those closest to us.
(and ourselves...)
Grant us patience and peace.
Amen.
Link to daily bible reading calendar (chronological - one chapter per day)
TIP: click the Bible Reference and then "more details" to get hyperlinks that open Bible Gateway
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