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| ¡°Beware of the teachers of the law. They like to walk around in flowing robes and love to be greeted in the marketplaces and have the most important seats in the synagogues and the places of honor at banquets.¡± ( Luke 20:46 , NIV ) |
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What made these men different from wealthy men of earlier times? Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob were wealthy. Joseph became very rich in Egypt. David, as king, had the treasures of Israel at his disposal, and Solomon¡¯s opulence is still legendary. Joseph, David, and Solomon were certainly given places of honor at banquets, too. Why are they remembered as men of God while we are cautioned to beware of the types of people described in this passage?
The great leaders of Israel were different because of their perspective. For these men, riches and places of honor were not due them, but were given to them by God. They knew they did not deserve or earn what they had. No matter how many wonderful things came their way in this world, they remained focused on God, knowing ¡°things¡± come and go but God is the only constant. |
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Most holy and wonderful God, keep us always focused on You that we may love You more with each breath. In Jesus¡¯ name. Amen. - MARYAN BASKIN, Malibu, California |
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