Even You

5.7.2010

Mt 24:4 4 And Jesus answered them, “See that no one leads you astray. ESV

See that no one, even you, leads you astray! Jesus knows we’re suckers for snake-oil. Jesus knows that we’re wowed by flashes in the pan, things like American Idol and those we elevate to hero status for whatever reason – they look so good, they sound so good; they look so successful; they preach so well. So when He says, see that no one leads you astray, He’s commanding us to be vigilant and watchful and He’s telling us to beware of us and our, “But wait! There’s more! If you call right now, we’ll throw in… all for just 19.95 plus shipping and handling!!! Have your credit-card ready and call 1-800-……!”

I am so stupid at times. I get fooled into thinking I have to have, or believe something, and all judgment goes out the window, and off I go after whatever. This is a very dangerous thing in spiritual matters because my heart is sometimes so untrustworthy and so easily duped. It’s no wonder James wrote, ‘If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind.’ (James 1:5-6 ESV) These are very uncertain days and you and I must not get caught up in our own fancies about the outcome and how we’ll fare. I am to seek God and trust Him.

Father in Heaven,

You have warned us not to get lead astray and that requires our being diligent, vigilant, and in quiet, but constant communication with You. I am often my own worst enemy. Help me today to be wise, thoughtful and please give me insight I pray in Jesus’ Name, amen.