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We are not born in the unique circumstances of John the Baptist, yet each of us is special to God–each has a special calling from God. How am I special?
It’s not easy to identify the prophet of falsehood, the destructive idea, the tree that bears bad fruit. Jesus calls us to be careful about what we assimilate. If we are wise we will live cautiously.
The Assyrians did not leave the Jews in peace for long. Sennacherib threatens the Judeans and their king with destruction. The king of Judah at this time was Hezekiah, deeply devoted to the God of his people. God sends the prophet Isaiah to reassure King Hezekiah.
Judging others is dangerous. We’re generally incapable of judging objectively. When we judge others we are preparing a harsh judgement for ourselves.
Jesus is telling us that we have to be very clear about what is primary in our lives and what is secondary. We are to have confidence that the Lord will take care of us simply because he loves us.
Most of us don’t care about storing up treasures in heaven. Yet Jesus says that that’s where real wealth lies. Where and what are my treasures?
The Lord’s Prayer gives us a sample of what prayer should be. If what you are praying for doesn’t somehow fit into the Lord’s Prayer, it shouldn’t be prayed for.
