Matthew 26: 52 Put your sword back in its place,” Jesus said to him, “for all who draw the sword will die by the sword."
The followers of Jesus were not prepared for his arrest, even though he had been telling them about it for some time. One grabs a sword and cuts the ear off the servant of the high priest. This is what Jesus said about that.
It's a common quote, but it's not the way people want to live. We admire those who would draw the sword to defend those they love. We call people who won't draw the sword cowards. Yet it seems that Jesus doesn't approve of these kinds of activities. He wants us to live a life of loving acceptance.
Prayer: Lord, I will accept Your will for me. I will follow wherever You lead, and I will be ready to do what You ask. Show me the way that You prepare for me.
Amen
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