Mark 12:28-34 New International Version The Greate

[Isaac Samuel Lubwama]

Mark 12:28-34 New International Version
The Greatest Commandment
28 One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?”
29 “The most important one,” answered Jesus, “is this: ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.[a]
30 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’
31 The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’[c] There is no commandment greater than these.”
32 “Well said, teacher,” the man replied. “You are right in saying that God is one and there is no other but him.
33 To love him with all your heart, with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices.”
34 When Jesus saw that he had answered wisely, he said to him, “You are not far from the kingdom of God.” And from then on no one dared ask him any more questions.

 

[Articles]

We come before the Lord with grateful hearts, reflecting on the wisdom shared in Mark 12:28-34, where Jesus Himself declares the greatest commandments: to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love our neighbor as ourselves. These words are not merely suggestions but the very foundation of a life that pleases God. They remind us that our faith is not about empty rituals or outward appearances but about a deep, abiding love for God and a selfless love for others.

Father, we lift up our hearts to You, asking that You help us to live out these commandments in every area of our lives. So often, we fall short—our love for You may waver, or our love for others may be tainted by selfishness, pride, or indifference. Forgive us, Lord, and renew in us a right spirit. Teach us to love You wholeheartedly, seeking Your will above all else, and to love our neighbors with the same grace and compassion You have shown us.

We are reminded that loving God fully means surrendering every part of our lives to Him—our thoughts, our desires, our time, and our resources. It means walking in obedience to His Word, even when the world tempts us to compromise. And loving our neighbor means seeing them through Your eyes, extending kindness, patience, and truth, even when it is difficult. Help us to be a light in this dark world, reflecting Your love in all we do.

Lord, we also recognize that true love for You and others cannot exist without first knowing You. If there is anyone reading this who has not yet surrendered their life to Jesus Christ, we pray that they would come to know Him as their Lord and Savior. There is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through faith in Jesus that we can have a relationship with You. We pray that hearts would be softened, that eyes would be opened, and that lives would be transformed by the power of the Gospel.

For those struggling in their relationships, we pray that they would seek Your wisdom and align their lives with Your Word. Marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, designed by You to reflect Christ’s love for the Church (Ephesians 5:22-33). If there are those living in ways that do not honor this design—whether through fornication, adultery, or same-sex relationships—we ask that You convict their hearts and lead them to repentance. Your ways are perfect, and Your commands are given for our good. Help us to walk in purity, holiness, and obedience, trusting that Your plans for us are for our ultimate joy and fulfillment.

We also pray for those who may be feeling distant from You or struggling with doubt. Remind them that You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Draw them back to You, Lord, and restore their faith. May they find comfort in Your promises and strength in Your presence.

Finally, we ask that You would use us as vessels of Your love and truth. Give us boldness to share the Gospel, wisdom to speak Your Word, and compassion to love others as You have loved us. May our lives be a living testimony to the power of Your grace, and may we always seek to glorify You in all we do.

In the precious name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here with you, reflecting on Jesus' words in Mark 12:28-34. The greatest commandments, He said, are to love God with all our being and to love our neighbors as ourselves. These aren't just nice suggestions, but the heart of our faith.

Let's ask God together to help us live this out. It's not always easy, is it? Our love for God can waver, and our love for others can be tainted by selfishness or pride. But God is faithful. He forgives us, renews us, and teaches us to love Him wholeheartedly and to love our neighbors with grace and compassion.

Loving God fully means surrendering every part of our lives to Him - our thoughts, desires, time, and resources. It means walking in obedience to His Word, even when the world tempts us to compromise. And loving our neighbors means seeing them through God's eyes, extending kindness, patience, and truth, even when it's difficult.

Let's pray for those struggling in their relationships, that they would seek God's wisdom and align their lives with His Word. Marriage is a sacred covenant, designed by God to reflect Christ's love for the Church. If there are those living in ways that don't honor this, let's ask God to convict their hearts and lead them to repentance.

We're also praying for those feeling distant from God or struggling with doubt. Remind them, Lord, that You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit. Draw them back to You, restore their faith, and comfort them in Your promises and presence.

Finally, let's ask God to use us as vessels of His love and truth. Give us boldness to share the Gospel, wisdom to speak Your Word, and compassion to love others as You have loved us. May our lives be a living testimony to the power of Your grace, and may we always seek to glorify You in all we do.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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[The Encourager]

I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

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I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[Naliogate]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.