Matthew 8: 34 Then the whole town went out to see Jesus. When the people saw him, they begged him to leave their area.
Jesus does so much in this chapter. He heals, he calms the storm, but the part which upset the people was sending the demons into the pigs. The pigs were drowned, and their keepers told the townspeople.
Why was the loss of some pigs so upsetting? The Jews don't eat pork, so they wouldn't be personally affected. But someone's livelihood was gone. People pay way too much attention to the financial when salvation for eternity stands right in front of them.
Prayer: Lord, help me to see when I am like the townspeople. I want to do Your will, but selfish interest in my own well-being takes precedence. Guide me to be more caring.
Amen
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