Evening: Psalm 10, 11; Matthew 10:16-23
What
is so dangerous about Jesus’ work that he calls his followers “sheep
amongst wolves”? Well, Jesus opposes those who abuse religious power
for their own benefit. Religious leaders in his day hide behind the
power of rulers, and Jesus and his followers are caught in the
crosshairs. Integrity and honesty are rare, risky and dangerous.
Naivety is not an option. You must be as smart and wily as those whose
power you challenge. You will probably always be vulnerable, though.
For, if what you believe in never tests your wisdom, innocence, or
safety, you may be compromising on something.
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