DCLM Daily Manna 8 February 2022
Topic: Know Yourself
TEXT: John 8:12-31
KEY VERSE:
“Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” – (John 8:12)
The saying, “Know thyself” is mostly attributed to Socrates, the ancient Greek philosopher. Over time, this saying has been applied in different ways that it has acquired a variety of meanings. It can, however, serve as a word of caution or motivation. Self-knowledge will, on one hand, help a person to know his limits, on the other, bolster a person’s self-esteem and nudge him to act accordingly.
Jesus was conscious and unmistaken of who He was. He knew where He came from, the purpose of His coming and what happens to those that follow Him. Although the Pharisees doubted His claim of being the Messiah, their argument did not invalidate the truth of His assertion. He never focused on impressing it upon them that He was the Son of God. Neither did He shy away from telling them who they were.
One major problem many believers of today have is timidity. They find it difficult to tell others that they are born again Christians. It is as if they doubt their salvation experience in Christ. Knowing who we are will enable us to take our stand in every situation. Jesus did not lose focus; He was able to explain His mission on earth that His traducers could no more argue.
You cannot truly know yourself until you come to Jesus Christ, “the light of the world”. He said, “He that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life”. Everyone so redeemed has a definite and new elevated status as joint-heirs with the Son. This comes with inalienable rights and privileges. Do you know yourself?
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:
To know yourself, know the Lord.
THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:
Deuteronomy 25-27
