What would normally stand out to me in Matthew Chapter 14 are the familiar miracles of Jesus feeding 5000 with almost nothing, followed by Him walking on water. However, what stands out to me today when reading this chapter is His time of sorrow during loss.
When Jesus heard what had happened to John the Baptist, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. (Perhaps to ask God why.) I am convinced Jesus knew sorrow that day, just as we know sorrow when we lose loved ones. It is not clear how long He stayed out on the boat, but as soon as he returned He had compassion on a large crowd and healed their sick. Another example from Him for us to follow.
In a few words:
Compassion for others, brings healing to ourselves as well.
When Jesus heard what had happened to John the Baptist, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. (Perhaps to ask God why.) I am convinced Jesus knew sorrow that day, just as we know sorrow when we lose loved ones. It is not clear how long He stayed out on the boat, but as soon as he returned He had compassion on a large crowd and healed their sick. Another example from Him for us to follow.
In a few words:
Compassion for others, brings healing to ourselves as well.
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