MORNING SPIRITUAL DIARY FOR 7/3/2026
9:56 AM
My
Worship Time Focus: “James
the son of Alphaeus”
Bible Reading
& Meditation Reference: Luke 6:15c
Message of the verse: “James
the son of Alphaeus.”
This morning’s SD will be a very
short one as there is not much to say about James the son of Alphaeus.”
John MacArthur writes “Despite his
supreme privilege as one of the twelve men chosen by the Lord Jesus Christ to
be His personal representatives, virtually nothing is known about James. All that the New Testament reveals about him
is that his father’s name was Alphaeus, his mother’s name was Mary
(Matt. 27:56; Mark 15:40).”
(Matt. 27:56; Mark 15:40)
“56 among whom were Mary Magdalene and Mary the
mother of James and Joseph and the mother of the sons of Zebedee.”
“40 There were also women looking on from a
distance, among whom were Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James the
younger and of Joses, and Salome.”
“Since
Matthew’s father was also named Alphaeus (Mark 2:14), it is possible that the
two were brothers.”
(Mark 2:14)
14 And as he passed by, he saw Levi the son of
Alphaeus sitting at the tax booth, and he said to him, “Follow me.” And he rose
and followed him.”
“In Mark 15:40, James is referred to
by his nickname ‘James the Less’ Mikros (‘Less’) means, ‘little.’ The
nickname may mean that James was small in stature. It may also mean that he was young in
age. Most likely, however, it refers to
his relative lack of importance and influence in comparison to the more famous
James, the brother of John and member of the inner circle of the Twelve.
“Where James ministered after
Pentecost is not known. He may have
preached the gospel in Persia, or Egypt, of both. According to some traditions, he was martyred
by crucifixion in Egypt. This humble
servant’s only distinguishing mark is his obscurity. He sought no recognition, displayed no great
leadership skills, asked no critical questions, and demonstrated no unusual
insights. Only his name remains, and the
honor due him as an apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ. There is a far greater record of his life and
ministry in heaven.”
Spiritual
Meaning for my life today: Being humble like this man was is certainly
something that is needed more in my life.
My
Steps of Faith for Today: Trusting the Lord to giver great comfort to
my wife as the cancer in her body grows worse.
7/3/2026
10:15 AM
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