Do you compete for greatness in the Church family? Jesus addresses this in Mark 9:33-45, when his disciples were arguing amongst themselves, about who is the greatest. Jesus teaches that true greatness comes through humility and servanthood, saying, “If anyone wants to be first, he must be last of all and servant of all.” He then uses a child as an object to teach the disciples, saying that welcoming a child in His name is like welcoming Him.

The Exodus is God's account of delivering the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, primarily found in Exodus (chapters 1–15). God raises Moses to confront Pharaoh and demand the release of His people. When Pharaoh refused, God sent ten plagues upon Egypt. After the final plague—the death of the firstborn—Pharaoh lets the Israelites go.

They depart in haste, crossing the Red Sea, which God parts the Red Sea to allow them to escape. When Pharaoh's army pursues, the sea closes back over them, securing Israel's freedom. The Exodus marks a defining moment of liberation, God’s power, and the beginning of Israel’s identity as His covenant people.

The waters of Meribah refer to Israel's wilderness journey, recorded in Numbers 20:1–13. The Israelites were thirsty and complained to Moses about the lack of water. God instructed Moses to speak to a rock to bring forth water. However, in frustration, Moses struck the rock with his staff instead.

Though water came out, God rebuked Moses and Aaron for not trusting Him enough to honor Him before the people. As a result, they were forbidden from entering the Promised Land. The place was named Meribah, meaning "quarreling" or "strife," because the Israelites quarreled and tested the Lord there.

Are we obedient to God’s instructions?

Because of Jesus, we have power over death and sin. What a mighty God we serve!

Being with God should be our primary goal in this life. Is it yours?

Prayer is a powerful practice that works. God desires to hear from us.

At times, we think our standard for Christian living outweighs God's. But God has clearly instructed us, how to live a life according to his will.

We respect our secular authorities, because God has commanded us to. It glorifies our father in heaven.

Jesus was the only one, who had the prescription our sin.