Today’s Scripture is Mark 3: verse 35.
“For whoever does the will of God is My brother and sister and mother.”
In this verse, Jesus explains that His true family is made up of those who do God’s will. It’s not about blood relations, but about obedience. When we choose to follow God’s plan, we enter into a spiritual family with Christ. This shows that obedience to God’s will is a foundation of our relationship with Him. It’s a choice that leads us closer to Jesus, connecting us as His brothers and sisters.
Obeying God’s will isn’t always easy. It requires trust, patience, and sometimes giving up our own desires. As one writer said, “We are all pencils in the hand of God, doing His will.” When we surrender to His guidance, He uses us for His greater purpose. Just like a pencil in the hand of a writer, we are part of God’s work, even if we don’t always see the big picture.
Being in God’s family means aligning our lives with His will. In doing so, we experience His love and guidance more fully. This is what Jesus invites us to when He calls us His family.
I’m Lonnie Davis, and this is a thought worth thinking.