for they said, "He is out of his mind"

Who's Crazy?

Mark 3:20-21

Jesus came with his disciples into the house.  Again the crowd gathered, making it impossible for them even to eat. When his relatives heard of this they set out to seize him,  for they said, "He is out of his mind." 

for they said, "He is out of his mind"

Lord,

You have such a sense of humor.  You know this is one of my fears.  What are you saying?  His family thought he was out of his mind. the Pharisees said he was possessed.  They used the ignorance of others to further their plan.  Lord, what does this have to do with me?

He wasn't crazy.  You that.  What others believe doesn't make it true.  Their belief came out of the ignorance.  And the Pharisees used everything against him.  It didn't matter if it was good or bad.  They twisted it to fit their needs and desires.  Truth stands the test of time. 

So what about me?  Help me overcome this fear.

What people believe has not effect on truth.  So what you think they think doesn't change what they actually think or don't think.  It only drives you into anxiety and fear.  You cannot bear to be misunderstood.  But look, the Lord, you God was misunderstood and it didn't change anything.  That was part of the plan.  And he was humble and he was not disturbed  by it out of his humility.  For you, there is no purpose.  It does not bring a greater good.  It stirs up fear and anxiety.  It keeps you fighting in your head.  It makes you chase your tail.  It keeps you from experiencing peace, my peace.  Do you see the difference?  Even if others believe you to be crazy, what difference does it make?  Do you want peace or not?  You have to get over this to find peace.  This is all in your head and it is because you have such a hard time believing it's true.  You haven't accepted this truth.  I cannot use you in this state of confusion.  You must stand firm in the truth.  You cannot give in to the devil's attempt to keep you in this tail spin.  You go around and around in your head and in your heart.  You know it's true.  That doubt is from him.   Think again about peace and discernment.  Ask yourself if there is peace or turmoil.  You know which is form where.  You cannot go forward, not effectively in your mission as long as this doubt has a hold on your heart.  When you feel that stabbing fear, as soon as it hits your heart, recognize it is from him.  Equate that feeling of ear and anxiety with him, like Pavlov's dog.  Then use your mind to discern the facts.  You are giving him power by giving in to the fear and anxiety and the desire to be understood and liked.  Not being understood or like by all is a fact of this world.  Look at me.  If they misunderstand it is out of their lack, not yours.