Murmurings

The Jews sought Him at the feast (of Tabernacles), and said Where is He? And there was much murmuring among the people concerning Him: for some said, “He is a good man;” others said, “Nay, but He deceiveth the people.” Howbeit no man spake openly of Him for fear of the Jews. John 7:11-13 KJV 

People were murmuring. Psst—have you heard? What do you think? Is this man Jesus good or not? He fed five thousand men…yes, five thousand with just five barley loaves and two fishes. And He healed a man with a withered hand…on the Sabbath. Yes. He does miracles. He does good. Yes…He is good.  Murmurings…mistrust. Don’t be afraid of what others say. Check Him out for yourself. 

RSVP: Jesus’ invitation is to not listen to murmurings…to decide for ourselves who He is. How will you respond today? 

Prayer~ Jesus, I believe in You. You are Messiah…my Savior. You are more than a good man…You are God. Redeemer.

Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table

Whether our family is camping or just having a relaxing evening dinner together we love to eat Mexican food and one of our favorites is Tamale Pie.

Skillet Tamale Pie Recipe

12 ounces lean ground beef

1 cup chopped scallions

1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce (about 1 3⁄4 cups) or a can of stewed tomatoes

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

3⁄4 cup water

1 box (8 1⁄2 ounces) cornbread mix (Jiffy)

1 can (8 1⁄2 ounces) cream-style corn or a small can of whole kernel corn, drained

1 can (4 1⁄2 ounces) chopped green chiles

1⁄4 cup milk

1 large egg

Optional – 1 cup grated cheese

 

Cook beef and 3⁄4 cup of the scallions in a large nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes, breaking up beef with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink. Stir in spaghetti sauce or tomatoes, beans, chili powder, cumin and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 to 12 minutes to develop flavors and thicken sauce slightly. 

Meanwhile stir together muffin mix, corn, chiles, milk, egg and remaining 1⁄4 cup scallions (mixture will be soupy). Spoon cornbread mixture over beef mixture to cover. Cover skillet and continue simmering about 12 minutes and then take off the lid and cook an additional 3-5 minutes until top looks dry and a pick inserted in topping comes out with slightly moist crumbs.  If desired, top with grated cheese and replace the cover for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.  Enjoy.

© 2014 by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.

All scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise noted.