This passage includes multiple stories, but all center around one response Jesus makes: blessed are those who hear the Word of God and obey it. Jesus is calling His people to repent of their wicked ways and turn back toward God. Those who are not with Him are against Him and will scatter; a kingdom divided against itself will not stand. See to it that the light within you is not darkness. God is concerned by who you are, not who you appear to be. Do you spend your time trying to look correct, or do you spend it helping others who need help, teaching and caring for others, giving to those who need it, and lifting the burdens of those who are carrying too much?

 

Devotion by Kevin Hutelmyer