19/08/2026
DAY 19
WHAT MANNER OF MAN IS JESUS
Luke 2:7 (AMP)
And she gave birth to her Son, her Firstborn; and she wrapped Him in swaddling clothes and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room or place for them in the inn.
Before Christ's coming, it was already prophesied that Jesus, the coming Messiah, would be born - the King of the Jews. When the wise men saw his star in the sky, which they knew was a sign of a king's birth, they went straight to Herod's house to see the newborn. However, they did not know Jesus had chosen to be born in a manger.
For over 3½ years, Jesus lived for the people he came to save. Before giving his life for them, he had already given himself to them. He loved, served, taught, fed, and healed them. Herod hated him because Jesus refused to join their political system. The Pharisees and Sadducees hated him because he was not part of their religious system. But the people loved him because he identified with them.
One key lesson from Jesus' life is his unwavering focus on his assignment. He had no house, but it didn't bother him. Most of his disciples were uneducated. He had no physical church structure. Yet, in 3½ years, he transformed Israel. When he stood before Herod, Jesus showed him who the real king was.
The priests couldn't stand him, and even Pilate feared him. No one could kill him except Himself. That's why his death symbolized love, not weakness. His death didn't show defeat but victory.
Jesus was born in a humble place - the manger - and died at a rugged place - the cross. Oh, what manner of man is Jesus!
Action Point:
Let Jesus' life motivate you to be serious about your earthly assignment.
Prayer Point:
Father, thank you for your word today. Help me be as courageous and focused as Jesus was.
Further Bible Reading:
Philippians 2:1-15
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