by Travis Paull

by Travis Paull

Sunday, January 16, 2011

Matthew 12 Journal

Jesus says “I desire mercy not sacrifice.” Doing good to people is more important than tradition. In what areas do I withhold mercy for the sake of my tradition. The Pharisees were so threatened by Jesus doing good for others that they plotted murder. That’s a scary attachment to traditions. Jesus says that we will know a good tree by the fruit it bears. I pray that he helps me to bear good fruit. Then the Pharisees ask for a sign. Even after Jesus dies and rises from the dead, they still do not believe. Search me God and remove any bad fruit: Jealousy, rage, bitterness, impurity etc. Lastly, it is important when evil is removed, to replace it with the Holy Spirit. Otherwise it can get seven times worse. 

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