06-30-2025 part 2: When Jesus Knows Before We Do

Section 1
The message began with a reminder that God is always ahead of us, even when we don’t know what’s coming. Pastor Kurt, who had asked David to preach several weeks prior, had no idea he would face an emergency trip to Pennsylvania. Yet, God orchestrated everything perfectly. David was ready to step in, demonstrating how the Lord is always present around every corner. Matthew 10:29 reminds us that not even a sparrow falls without the Father's knowledge, and Jesus affirms we are far more valuable than sparrows. This wasn’t just coincidence—it was a moment of divine coordination. God is not surprised by anything in our lives. He never says, “Uh-oh.” He knows exactly what we face, and He is already there, providing for our needs before we’re even aware of them.

Section 2
As the teaching transitioned into Mark 6:30–44, David emphasized Jesus’ instruction to His disciples to rest. It was a command to withdraw and find restoration in quiet, away from the noise. Jesus knew their physical and emotional limits. When the crowds still came, Jesus took over, not with frustration, but with compassion. He saw them as sheep without a shepherd and taught them many things. This moment reflects God’s heart—compassionate, aware, and responsive. He weeps with those who weep, as He did in John 11:35. Jesus connects to our pain, not just observing it but feeling it. The same Lord who wept at Lazarus’ tomb feels our stress, our heartbreak, and our questions. And through it all, He reminds us that His care is personal, constant, and rooted in love.

Section 3
When the disciples suggested sending the crowd away to find food, Jesus flipped the expectation: “You give them something to eat.” The disciples resisted, concerned about cost and logistics. But Jesus called them—and us—to be part of the solution, not to pass the burden along. With only five loaves and two fish, Jesus showed that what seems insufficient to us is more than enough in His hands. Every week, every year, He covers our needs. It’s a lesson in faith, trust, and willingness to participate in the Kingdom’s work. The Lord’s faithfulness doesn’t depend on our abundance but on His sovereignty. Our job is to step up when called, trusting that He has already prepared the way. As always, He’s not only around the corner—He’s already working there.