Song # 1030.1 from Our Gospel In Song Collection by Col Johnston. We read in the Book of Luke in chapter 4, that after being tempted by the devil (See Song # 800.1- The Temptation Of Jesus), Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, to teach in the synagogues.
Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about Him spread through the whole countryside. (Luke 4:14). He taught in their synagogues, and everyone praised Him (Luke 4:15). He went to Nazareth, where He had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day He went into the synagogue, as was His custom. And He stood up to read (Luke 4:16). The scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to Him. Unrolling it, He found the place where it is written (Luke 4:17), “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because He has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed” (Luke 4:18), “to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour” (Luke 4:19). Then He rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant and sat down. The eyes of everyone in the synagogue were fastened on Him (Luke 4:20). And He began by saying to them “Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing” (Luke 4:21). All spoke well of Him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from His lips. “Isn’t this Joseph’s son?” they asked (Luke 4:22).
Thought for today: let God’s word fill your mind, rule your heart, and lead your way.
Thought for the future: if you follow Jesus, you’re on the righteous path. Where will you spend your eternity?