King Memorial Baptist Church

06/05/2026

In Matthew 19:26, Jesus looked at His disciples after they asked, “Who then can be saved?”

Their confusion—how we will never measure up to save ourselves in our lack—was not met with judgment or frustration. Jesus replies with a soul-resting promise:

“But Jesus looked at them and said, with man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26

I love that this verse specifically uses the word looked. Matthew could have just written, Jesus said, or Jesus responded, but he made sure to include the Greek word emblepō, which means to look in a sustained, concentrated way—with special interest, love, or concern.

BibleHub deep dive on this word adds to the wow factor:

“It regularly marks a moment of spiritual weight, a command to perceive God’s provision, a compassionate glance of Christ that pierces the heart…”

The One who has every right to measure us up against His perfection, roll His eyes, and wonder why we continuously fall short—doesn’t.

With true, everlasting love, He looks into our eyes to reach our hearts, time and time again.

He never tires of our questions or our deficiencies. He knows our limitations are like little magnets, drawing our hearts closer to Him. When we acknowledge them, they highlight our need for Him and help us to realize He is worthy of our trust.

The word impossible emboldens our human limitations. We literally cannot do it without Jesus. There is so much freedom in that truth! Breathe it all in!

Trusting Him with the impossible gives us space to rest and be at peace with not being enough.

We don’t have to try to do it all, be it all, or run around like a chicken with our head cut off in order to please God or others around us.

When we go to Jesus with our questions and release our imperfections, He gives us a look filled with compassion, tender toward our weaknesses.

When we say, “I can’t do this anymore. I don’t know how,” Jesus lovingly looks at us and says, “I can and I will.”

Jesus offers you a look that tells your soul to rest and to give it all to Him.

His look is wrapped in peace and grace. He wants you to feel seen.

He helps you to see that your limitations are actually a beautiful gift, an invitation to rely on Him and watch Him work wonders and hallelujahs all around you.

(My jars of clay)

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Why am I only realizing this now?

How often during the day do you think about praising God? 🙌🏻

Let’s be honest here, because I often catch myself thinking:

➡️ “Should I make myself a second cup of coffee?” more than…

❌ “Should I spend more time with God today?”

➡️ “Should I watch one more episode of my favorite show?” more than…

❌ “Should I pray one more time today?”

This isn't meant to put pressure on us. It’s simply good to become aware of it.

There’s this powerful — and honestly, kind of unreachable-sounding — verse in Psalms:

“From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.” (Psalm 113:3, NIV)

And somehow, verses like this can feel BIG. Maybe even too big for real life, especially when our days often begin with pressure and deadlines and end with exhaustion and the thought, “I’d rather just sit on the couch and watch a movie.”

Praising God “from morning until evening” can feel unrealistic.

And yet, this is exactly where the power of this verse is found: it reminds you WHO THIS DAY BELONGS TO, no matter how the day feels.

When you say, “This is the day the Lord has made,” you’re already taking power away from your worries. (see Psalm 118:24)

And yes, maybe you woke up worried today. Then take away the power of those worries by reminding yourself:

God created this day. And I praise Him through my trust. I acknowledge that God is greater than my schedule, stronger than my fears, and more faithful than my emotions.

Maybe if this verse were written today, it would sound a little different. Ready?

“From the place where my problems begin, to the place where they disappear, I will lift up the name of the Lord everywhere.” (Psalm 113:3, Déborah’s version 😉)

Because God is already there where your problems begin… Ready to carry them for you!

That’s why you can get up today full of praise.
Because yes, the sun will set again tonight, and until then, God will stand by your side. ❤️

What comfort. What truth. What a God!

Don’t you just want to praise Him for that right now?

You are a miracle!
Déborah Rosenkranz

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

What Do You Crave?

Every day, multiple times a day, little alarms are triggered inside your brain. They make your stomach growl, your mouth water, or your mind become fixed on that which you crave.

God gave us physical needs that mirror our spiritual needs, too. Needs that must be met to stay healthy and alive. Needs that must be satisfied over and over again. In fact, food is often used in the Bible as a metaphor for our spiritual needs (it's called "our daily bread" in Matthew and the "pure milk" of the Word in 1 Peter, to name a couple.)

In the fourth beatitude, which are a series of promises Jesus made about God’s Kingdom, Jesus said this:

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”
Matthew 5:6 NIV

Do you long for righteousness and justice? Do you desire the ways of God? Do you yearn for His kingdom to come? Do you want to be someone who chases after that which can never truly satisfy, or someone who hungers and thirsts after God?

In this upside-down kingdom where Jesus is Lord, the poor can be rich, the weak can be strong, and the empty can be filled.

Jesus Christ not only holds the keys to “living water,” but He is the “Bread of Life.” So, when you feel Him prompting your heart—to fight for justice, to love the unloved, to stand up for what’s right (even when it’s not popular)—pay attention.

He stands ready to fill you with everything you need.

06/05/2026

What do you crave?

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A reminder to start every single day with the Word.