"Then they returned to Jerusalem...And when they had entered, they went into an upper room where they were staying...These all continued in one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers."
Acts 1:12a, 13a, 14
Included in the group returning to Jerusalem from the Ascension were the brothers of Jesus – James, Joses, Simon, and Judas (see Matthew 13:55). During Jesus' earthly ministry, they were "outsiders" (See Matthew 12:46-47). But now they were Insiders. They had witness Jesus' death on the cross and His burial (Mark 15:40, 47). Then they saw Him after His resurrection (Matthew 28:10). Ultimately, James became a leader in the Church (see Galatians 1:19, 2:9), and Judas wrote a book of the Bible (see Jude 1:1). There is hope for unbelieving family members. Jesus can reveal Himself to them as the risen Christ just as He did to His unbelieving brothers.
Today's Thought: Outsiders become insiders when they see Jesus crucified and resurrected.
Have a believing day. Love you.
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