Psalm: 78:1-39 Meditation: MattWhile people and societies also hold people accountable for what they have or haven’t done. Jesus instead focuses on an individual’s desires or intent. This higher standard weighs all of a person’s actions against the desire or heart. Can you think of other examples of Jesus describing seemingly righteous behavior as possibly …
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Saturday, September 17
Psalm: 75 Meditation: MattCan you imagine how difficult this short passage would have been to hear in context? Jesus here, as He did so often, completely challenged the perception of everyone listening. To be told that your understanding is wrong and that those you’ve looked up to aren't right with God must have been devastating. …
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