Tuesday, May 03, 2016
Peace and division
Luke 12:51-52 (NKJV)
Jesus said:
51 "Do you suppose that I came to give peace on earth?
I tell you, not at all, but rather division.
52 "For from now on five in one house will be divided:
three against two, and two against three."
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This may sound strange, especially when we remember
verses like John 14:27, where Jesus said "My peace I give unto you."
As we choose to follow Jesus, we will be different from the world
in which we live. That sometimes brings animosity from those who
do not understand us. Thus, the division.
He does bring peace to the individual, but division from the world!
Not everyone will like us! They killed Jesus! Why should we be surprised
at the animosity the world has against us as followers of Jesus?!?
Just be faithful followers and He will provide for us!!
Jesus said:
51 "Do you suppose that I came to give peace on earth?
I tell you, not at all, but rather division.
52 "For from now on five in one house will be divided:
three against two, and two against three."
++++++++++++++++++
This may sound strange, especially when we remember
verses like John 14:27, where Jesus said "My peace I give unto you."
As we choose to follow Jesus, we will be different from the world
in which we live. That sometimes brings animosity from those who
do not understand us. Thus, the division.
He does bring peace to the individual, but division from the world!
Not everyone will like us! They killed Jesus! Why should we be surprised
at the animosity the world has against us as followers of Jesus?!?
Just be faithful followers and He will provide for us!!
// posted by Pastor Fred @ 9:45 AM 
