Marvel and Astonishment

 

Scripture Luke 4:22 So all bore witness to Him and marveled at the gracious words which proceeded out of His mouth. And they said, “Is this not Joseph’s son?

Luke 4:32 They were astonished at His teaching, for His word was with authority.

Luke 4:36 Jesus speaks/commands with authority and power.

Observation People marveled at Jesus’ gracious word, were astonished at His teaching with authority, for He commanded with authority and power.

Application/Prayer  Jesus, I, too, want to speak gracious words. I, too, would be astonished at Your teaching. I, too, would marvel at Your words spoken with authority and power.