Mark 1:21-45

VERSE OF THE DAY: Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house, and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.—Mark 1:35

In today's passage, Jesus begins His ministry by first publicly declaring His purpose, picking his team, then delivering a man from an unclean spirit. Mark 1 ends with Jesus proclaiming the good news, teaching, healing, cleansing lepers, and casting out demons. Jesus invites the Kingdom of God to invade everywhere He goes!

REFLECTION: Move Away from Distractions

• Jesus got up early to beat the morning noise.
• Jesus went away from activity.
• Jesus isolated himself temporarily.
• Jesus went to an empty place to FILL UP.
• Jesus went to a lonely place to BE WITH GOD.
• Jesus went to a lifeless place to LIVE FULLY.

Q's: What is your morning routine? When do you spend time in prayer? When do you get away from distractions? What is your biggest obstacle when it comes to prayer?