April 16-Overcome
April
16: Overcome
Scripture Lesson: John 16:29-33
On this date in 1941, Bob Feller of the Cleveland Indians overcame
47-degree weather to throw an Opening Day no-hitter against the Chicago White
Sox at Comiskey Park. The 1-0 victory was the first no-hitter on opening day since
Leon Ames pitched one for the Giants in 1909.
On the night before His death, Jesus did His best to prepare the
disciples for the events that would unfold later that night and into the next
day. He knew they would have many questions after the events took place. Jesus
wanted them to have a peace that could only come from God. He reminded them to
take heart because He had overcome the world. Jesus knew He would be dying for
humanity’s sinfulness in a few short hours. Without Good Friday there could be
no Easter Sunday! Jesus overcame death and the grave to provide for each of us
the forgiveness of our sins. No matter what life throws at us, we can overcome
it with the help of our Lord!
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What can
we ask Jesus to help us overcome today?
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Where do
we need peace the most in our lives?
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How much
do we trust in the Words of Jesus for us today? Enough to bring Him our cares
and concerns?
Bob Feller overcame adverse weather to throw a perfect game. Today
we can overcome whatever the world throws at us because Jesus is with us!
Posted on Sat, April 16, 2016
by David Daly