Deception - Luke 23:24
"So Pilate sentenced Jesus to die as they demanded. As they requested, he released Barabbas, the man in prison for insurrection and murder." Lk. 23:24
The deceptive power of the enemy is in full view in this passage. It's as if it was written just so we can see the powerful blindness that Satan used on the people. First, the lies: "This man has been leading our people to ruin by telling them not to pay their taxes." Really? And, "... he is causing riots EVERYWHERE he goes..." Then the truth, "I have examined him thoroughly on this point in your presence and find him innocent." Finally, the absurd, "Kill him, and release Barabbas to us!" When things make no logical sense, it has been my experience that it is the enemy at work. We must stay alert, Satan takes full advantage of complacency.
Jesus, give me the wisdom and discernment to see through the deceptive nature of this world I must live in.
Today's reading: Neh. 3,4; Lk. 23
posted by m.remedios @ 10:37 AM
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Jesus, I pray that you would pour out your Holy Spirit on your people. May your power and truth cleanse us, lead us and guide us. Search our hearts for anything that is deceptive or false and lead us into your paths of freedom and truth. May every word we speak be used to bring life and encouragement to those around us. Amen
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