Mt 23,23-26 Jesus used a humorous example to show how out of proportion the pharisees were. Gnats were considered the smallest of insects and camels the largest of animals in Palestine. Both were considered ritually impure. What was the point of Jesus humorous lesson? The essence of Gods commandments is love –of God and neighbor. God is love and everything he does flows from his love for us. True love is unconditional, costly, and sacrificial – it both embraces and lifts the burdens of others. Do you allow the love of God to transform your whole life – including the way you think of others, speak of them, and treat them?
Posted on: Sun, 24 Aug 2014 07:24:50 +0000