John 5:16

Once the Jewish religious leaders find out Jesus is behind these Sabbath healings, they actively begin to make his life difficult. John 5:16 EFP

Go figure!  A man has just been healed of a life-long ailment and restored to full health.  A physically, emotionally, and spiritually bankrupt soul is now given a second chance at a full and fruitful life.  Amazement and praise is on everyone’s lips because of the miracle witnessed by the pool. But the religious leaders can do nothing but complain and plot against Jesus.

What is their objection?  Are they really so concerned about the sanctity of the Sabbath?  Are they so consumed by pithy jealousy or religious zeal?  Is their passion for Sabbath so strong as to cause them to overlook so touching a miracle?  Do I do the same?  Sadly I can remember days gone by when I was quick to discard any “miracle” by those I perceived as charlatans simply because they were of a different faith.  How sad!  No doubt there are charlatans, dare I say, even in my our community of faith, but ought I not to praise God when extraordinary events take place that change lives and bring glory to my heavenly Father?  After all, people are most important to God.  I am also reminded the Sabbath was made for people, not the other way around.  I do well to remember that today.