Luke 7: 34 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and you say, “Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners.”
Jesus talks about John the Baptist and himself. The leaders of the church call John demon-possessed. They say that because he and his followers practiced fasting and didn't drink wine. Jesus enjoyed the pleasures of food and drink. Jesus chose to associate with people who knew that they were sinners.
This reminds me of the Pope's visit to America. The Pope is not just making the rounds to the powerful. He also scheduled time for the poor. He won't use fancy cars. He seems like a man who gets it, who truly knows Jesus. The press, like the Pharisees, loves to criticize his every word.
Prayer: Lord, let the Pope's visit be uplifting for Your people. Help us to see You in him. Help us to understand his humility as a trait we should admire and emulate. Protect him and all of those who go to see him.
Amen
Too good not to post: Psalm 85: 11
Faithfulness springs forth from the earth,
and righteousness looks down from heaven.
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