Daily Devo | Crushed by Darkness and Doubt (New Testament in a Year, Matthew 11)

Imprisoned in Herod Antipas' fortress, John the Baptist begins to doubt. He was the one who saw the Spirit of God descend upon Jesus but in the darkness of prison, he begins to ask some tough questions. One might expect Jesus to reprimand John. Instead, Jesus gives him reassurance and praise. Rather than silence doubt, Jesus treats doubt as a part of discipleship, especially for those who put everything on the line for God.

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For Reflection:

- How do you typically respond when God’s actions don’t match your hopes or timeline?

- How does Jesus respond to John’s doubt, and what does that reveal about his character?

- Jesus affirms John publicly after addressing his doubts. What does that teach you about how God views you in seasons of weakness?

- Who in your life might be struggling with questions or disappointment, and how can you reflect Jesus’ compassion toward them?