Matthew 17: 22-27 A Different Miracle

"For a second time, Jesus mentioned His death and resurrection.  The disciples were deeply grieved and were afraid to ask Him about it.  In fact, the disciples did not believe the reports of His resurrection because they had forgotten His promises," my commentary began.

We read about a miracle unlike any other Christ performed next.  My commentary said it is recorded only in Matthew, it was the only miracle He performed to meet His own needs,  It was the only miracle using money, and it was the only miracle that does not have the results recorded. 

We're asked to consider the complexity of this miracle, where Peter was to go fishing to pay the temple tax.  "First, someone had to lose a coin in the water.  Then, a fish had to take that coin in its mouth and retain it.  That same fish then had to bite on Peter's hook -- with an impediment in its mouth -- and be caught.  You cannot explain all of this in a natural way.  It is too complex for an accident, and too difficult for human management."

Peter had entered the house originally to tell Jesus they were being dunned by the temple tax collectors and how he proposed to solve the problem.  "But before he could tell Jesus what to do, Jesus told him what to do!  God the Father had interrupted Peter on the mountain, and now God the Son interrupted him in the house.  If only we would let Jesus give the direction, we would see Him meet our needs for His glory."

Help me to wait on You, Father, and not to try to figure everything out myself.  Your answer will always be the best one!

Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford