“When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, “Whom do men say that I, The Son of Man Am?” And they said, “Some say that Thou art John the Baptist; some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets.” He saith unto them, “But whom say ye that I Am?” And Simon Peter answered and said, “Thou art The Christ, The Son of the Living God.” And Jesus answered and said unto him, “Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona; for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but My Father which is in Heaven.” ” Matthew 16:13-17
In today’s passage, Jesus asks His disciples to identify who He is, by asking them, “...But, whom do YOU say I Am?” Although they respond, only Peter correctly identifies Him as, The Christ. Yesterday, a reader pointed out how difficult it is for some people to readily see the Glory of God within their midst. Yet, the Bible teaches us several names for Jesus that are specifically designed so that we can see Him in our midst. In fact, His Names are so tailored to us, that many times we can correlate His Name to our own individual need, profession, or circumstance. So, if for some reason you cannot see His Power superseding in your individual circumstances, maybe the list below will give you the opportunity to do so. The question for you today is simple; what would your response be if Jesus asked you, “...But, Whom do YOU say I Am?”
For the Astronomers /Physicists- -He is the Bright & Morning Star
For the Architects/Builders- -He is the Cornerstone
For the Gardeners- -He is the Rose of Sharon
For the Florists- -He is the Lily of the Valley
For the Zoologists/ Veterinarians- -He is the Lion of Judah
For the Physicians/ Healers- -He is the Balm of Gilead
For the Peacemakers- -He is the Lamb of God
For the Soldiers- -He is the Prince of Peace
For the Clergy- -He is the High Priest
For the Writers- -He is the Word
For the Electricians- -He is the Light of the World
For the Scientists/Mathematicians- -He is the Alpha and Omega
For the Jury/ Judge/Lawyer -He is the Truth
For the Pathfinders /Engineers- -He is the Way
For the Dying- -He is the Life
For the Childless- -He is the Son of Man
For the Hopeless- -He is the Son of God
For the Competitors- -He is the Glory of God
For the Advisors- -He is the Wonderful Counselor
For the Fatherless- -He is the Everlasting Father
For the Morticians- -He is the Resurrection & the Life
For the Geologists- -He is the Rock
For the Brokenhearted- -He is the Beloved
For the Teachers- -He is the Head Master
For the Single- -He is the Bridegroom
For the Troubled- -He is the Angel of the Lord
For the Jew- -He is the Root of David
For the Thirsty- -He is the Living Water
For the Fearful- -He is the Captain of the Host
For the Captive- -He is the Redeemer
For the Religious- -He is the Lord of Lords
For the Sovereign/ Head-of-State -He is the King of Kings
For the Lost- -He is Savior
And, most of all, For Humanity- -He is Love.
Our relationship with Jesus is so intimate, that there is nothing He cannot understand in reference to our daily life.
–Nothing! It does not matter if it is work related, relationship centered, problematic, or matters of the heart; all you have to remember is that, whatever it is, He has already Mastered it! L.
Study Reference: Matthew 16:13-17, John 18:37
From: “Whom Do You Say I AM?” In The Master's Hands: 365 Daily Devotions for Everyday Living.
Copyright © 2014 by Lavona E. Campbell
photo: Patrizia Soliani
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