The "Safe Route" Jesus Refused

By Nathan D. Pietsch

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In the month of July, the Lord spoke to me about the effectiveness of Jesus’ earthly ministry. God highlighted several verses from the Bible. Jesus was so successful because He only did what He saw the Father do (John 5:19) and speak those words He heard (John 12:49).

John 5:19 (New King James Version)
19 Then Jesus answered and said to them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son also does in like manner.”

John 12:49 (New King James Version)
49 For I have not spoken on My own authority; but the Father who sent Me gave Me a command, what I should say and what I should speak.

In John 11:7-8, Jesus told His disciples He wanted to return to Judea. His disciples replied saying, “Rabbi, lately the Jews sought to stone You, and are You going there again?” The disciples did not think it was wise for Jesus to return to Judea. The people tried to murder Him. However, Jesus was led by the Heavenly Father to travel to that region. Shortly following Jesus’ arrival, He raised Lazarus from the dead.

We must shut out even well-meaning, safe, or logical human advice when it contradicts God's direct voice.