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He meant All to Her

Acts 17:10-15

(St. Mary Magdalene)

Our passage today gives us a glimpse into the drama that played out on the resurrection morning. Mary had earlier gone to the tomb. Having found the tomb open,

she went back and informed the other disciples of Jesus who also ran quickly to see for themselves. Having carefully looked things over, the disciples left still perplexed, but Mary stayed back. Why did Mary Magdalene stay back instead of going back home with others? There is a lot we can learn today from Mary, as we seek to draw closer to the Lord. Mary determined not to leave until she saw her Lord. Many times we seek the Lord but only specifically, half-heartedly. The other disciples came and surveyed the scene but Jesus did not reveal Himself to them. Mary sought with tears until she found Jesus.

        The Lord is always available to those who seek him wholeheartedly (Deut. 4:29). Circumstances of life bring tears to our eyes, but when we seek the Lord earnestly, He is able and willing to wipe away our tears and restore our joy. The secret of Mary's restoration of Joy was her close relationship with the Lord. Many of us wish to experience the intervening power of the Lord in our lives but without nurturing an intimate relationship with Him. The extent to which the power of the Lord can work in our lives is determined by how much of Him we want as Lord. Mary had Him alone as Lord, do you?

Prayer: Lord Jesus, may I seek You above all else.

From the Church of Nigeria, Daily Devotional Guide. Tuesday, 22 July. 2020

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