Jesus Christ - no other name

Scripture
Acts 4:12 "There is salvation in no one else! There is no other name in all of heaven for people to call on to save them".
 
Observation
The elite minds of the time were attempting to over shadow the simplicity of the message that Peter and John were bringing to the people. They were preaching about the power of the risen Jesus Christ and had proven it by the miracle of the lame man healed. The power of the elite was being eroded before their eyes and they needed to regain the upperhand quickly! But the imprint on the hearts of Peter and John was deep and no amount of threat would deter them. Salvation didn't lie in the hands of the wealthy, the politicians, the hierarchy - it ultimately rests with Christ, the highest authority one can call upon.
 
Application
Whom do I call upon in my time of need? How often do I reach out for justice or mercy from lesser gods? Yet I know the truth - Jesus Christ carries the ultimate authority and he alone is my rescuer and healer. My human tendancty is so often scewed toward retribution or self presrvation which I seek from lesser authorites because their actions often appear swiftly and in order with my humanity. But the ultimate response is a Kingdom one. Jesus Christ is more than a figure of history, he is the reigning monarch of the universe and in his hands are the answers I seek.

Prayer
Jesus, you are the saviour of the world. I pray that the eyes of all humanity are opened to the wonder of your invitation of salvation. I’m embarrassed to admit the times I have sought lesser gods to call upon and reaffirm my trust in your ability to carry my life.

Jim Jung