Introduction

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy and privilege to gather together in the Lord's house today. We are here to find solace, strength, and spiritual nourishment in His Word, and to encourage one another in our shared faith. How wonderful it is to be part of this vibrant, loving community, bound together by the love of Christ and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.

Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the Gospel of Luke, specifically chapter 13, verses 10 through 17. This is a passage that shines a spotlight on the miraculous power of Jesus, His compassion for the suffering, and the profound message He delivers through His actions.

Miraculous Motivation

In the Gospel of Luke, we find Jesus teaching in a synagogue on the Sabbath. He sees a woman who has been crippled for eighteen years, bent over and unable to straighten herself. Jesus, moved by compassion, calls her forward. He doesn't wait for her to approach Him or ask for healing. Instead, He takes the initiative and reaches out to her. This is a clear demonstration of His divine love and compassion. He is motivated by His desire to alleviate suffering and bring about wholeness.

Jesus' motivation is also concerned with the spiritual well-being of the people He encounters. The woman in the story had been crippled by a spirit for eighteen years. This was not just a physical ailment, but a spiritual bondage. Jesus, in His divine authority, sets her free from this bondage. He doesn't just heal her physically, but also spiritually. This shows that Jesus' motivation is holistic. He cares about every aspect of our lives - physical, emotional, and spiritual.

In the face of criticism from the synagogue leader, Jesus remains undeterred. He is not swayed by the opinions of others or the traditions of the time. His focus is on doing the will of His Father and bringing about His kingdom. He is motivated by His mission to seek and save the lost, to bring healing and freedom to those who are suffering. He is not concerned about popularity or acceptance. His motivation is purely to do the will of God.

Jesus' motivation is also rooted in His identity as the Son of God. He knows who He is and what He has been sent to do. He is not trying to prove anything or earn approval. He is secure in His identity and His mission. This gives Him the freedom to act with compassion and authority, regardless of the circumstances or the reactions of others.

In the face of the synagogue leader's indignation, Jesus responds with wisdom and authority. He exposes the hypocrisy of the leader and defends His actions. He points out that they would untie their ox or donkey on the Sabbath to give it water, but they are indignant when He sets a woman free from her bondage. This shows that Jesus' motivation is not just about following rules or traditions, but about doing what is right and just. He values people over rules and traditions. He is motivated by love and justice.

Manifestation of Miracles

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