John Hagee (June-01-2025) Daily Devotional: Luke 10:34 - So he went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine…
David knew the voice of the Good Shepherd because his young life was spent in the pastures tending his father’s flocks. Strumming his harp, he wrote songs to the Mighty One of Israel.
He understood the power of the anointing. When springtime pastures grew green and lush, he led the sheep to the fields. As they grazed, sharp blades of new grass and thorny bushes cut their tender muzzles. Flies then laid eggs in the open wounds, and the infected cuts tormented the sheep.
As a caring shepherd, David took oil from his bag to anoint the lambs. As the fragrant oil flowed over the head of the animal, the flies would take their leave; the curative properties of the oil would trickle into the wounds to alleviate the pain and bring healing.
Jesus, our Good Shepherd, knows that we need the anointing to heal the wounds that the enemy has inflicted on our souls. He understands that we need emotional relief from guilt and shame, spiritual relief from the oppression that weighs us down, and physical relief from sickness and weariness.
He longs to gather us into His arms, to pour out the healing oil and the wine of gladness until the grace, peace, joy, and love of God saturate our lives.
Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. Allow the Good Shepherd to hold you close today. May He pour out the anointing oil and wine of gladness until your cup overflows with joy that cannot be contained.
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - 2 Samuel 16:1-19:10a
- New Testament - John 20:1-31
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 119:156-176, Proverbs 16:14-15
