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Adela's avatar

Why do people hate Jesus? Because he tells the truth.

He exposes sin. He declares that we are not fine as we are—that we need salvation.

And when you align yourself with him, it will confront others, too.

Cathy Bennett's avatar

There’s something that feels empowering about going along with the crowd. “I must be right. All these people can’t be wrong,” is maybe what we think.

But this passage points out the flaw in this. Choosing the Jesus way is the unpopular way.

So the question is: am I willing to go against the flow and choose truth, or is being part of the crowd more important to me?

Bill Bennett's avatar

"The eagle-eyed, argus-eyed world observes everything we do, and sharp critics are upon us. Let us live the life of Christ in public. Let us take care that we exhibit our Master, and not ourselves–so that we can say, 'tis no longer I that lives, but Christ that lives in me." –Charles Spurgeon. This morning, I was reminded that I have been raised to life in Christ. (Ephesians 2:4–7). Because of His mercy, because of His great love! Thank You, Jesus. Help me remember I can only live this new life in You and in Your power.

Jose Sanchez's avatar

God help me to always stand with you ,no mater Wath

Liz Wright's avatar

Charles Spurgeon sure got it right when he said, “The reason why the church has so little influence on the world is because the world has so much influence on the church.” Our faith is a more powerful testimony to the world because it is “a conduit to the power of God Almighty” Pastor Bryce Morgan at Way of Grace Church. Let’s testify boldly!

Monica Escobedo's avatar

Jesus Please help me stand with you not of this world Amen 🙏

RVargas2's avatar

You stand before God as if you were Christ, because Christ stood before God as if he were you.

- Charles Spurgeon

Gayle Martinez's avatar

Lord God you are mighty and You are my Lord. Please be with me today as I have my shoulder replacement surgery. Keep myself and the surgeon and his staff calm and focused on You and Your strength. Thank You for all You do. I love you

Lissette B.'s avatar

Gayle, I'm praying that all goes well with your surgery, and that the Lord brings an obstacle-free healing and recovery to your shoulder area. Blessings 🙏

Gayle Martinez's avatar

Thank you 🥰🙏

Chris Johnson's avatar

Prayed for you this morning!

Gayle Martinez's avatar

Thank you, coming along. Our Lord Jesus is with me