John 7:1-10 Jesus And His Brothers .....

It's not often that we hear much about Jesus' half-siblings, and it would seem that He was likely a bit older than all of them, probably due to the trip and stay in Egypt while avoiding Herod.  But they certainly don't treat him like they know His mission!

He'd just watched the bulk of His followers walk away, and now He hears that the Jewish leaders want to kill Him if He returns to Judea.  So what do his brothers tell Him?  "You should leave here and go to Judea! ... Show Yourself to the world."

They almost seem like they can't stand their older brother, who's had followers travelling with Him everywhere.  They seem to think He's not what His mother likely told them about Him.  That would surely be disheartening!  I remember in my own life how relatives thought I was crazy going on mission trips to Russia and Kazakhstan and spending my vacation times on youth group trips, and even going to Ukraine to adopt!  But I didn't let it concern me because I knew I was doing what God had directed me to do.

Father, keep my mind on You.  Direct my life and my travels.  I want to be part of what You're doing on this earth.

Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford