Truth

Matthew 10:1-4

Jesus gave His disciples the authority to cast out demons and heal all types of sickness.  To be able to give that authority you must first have that authority.  In previous chapters we saw that Jesus did have this authority over sickness and demons.  He gave this authority to His closest followers.  In the scripture after we find out He has given this authority to the 12 disciples, They are listed by name.

I am being shown things about relationships at this point in my life. So how does this scripture relate to my current situation and learning?  When I was born I  was given authority over my actions. I have free choice to do with them as I pleased . Since I have this authority I can give it to others.  First I give the authority of my actions over to God.

I know that I am not strong enough to always obey God or listen to his authority in my life. I need to have relationships in my life where I can also give them this authority.  This concept is called accountability.  I know I need to give this authority.  I can even name the people who I believe are the best fit for this, but here is the hard part… actually giving them the authority.  Letting them into all areas of my life, holding back nothing. Giving them full authority to ask the tough questions and not be defensive when they question my actions.  Know what I mean?

That is where I am in my learning experience with the scripture and in my life.  I know this piece of scripture is about Jesus giving authority to the disciples to go and heal the Israel nation, but this is where I am in my life.  Scripture has the great ability to speak to people where they are at the time.  Jesus always wants to meet us where we are and speak into our lives.  I am just glad today that I get to hear Him.  Do you hear Him speaking?  Have you given Him and others authority in your life?