Pondering the Sermon on the Mount...
In Mat. 7:13-14 Jesus offers a particularly stiff challenge in describing the Kingdom of Heaven as a narrow way: "Enter by the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is easy, that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard, that leads to life, and those who find it are few."
So I'm wondering who's missing the entrance? Who's on this narrow path? Is the rest of this three chapter sermon defining the narrow way? If that's the case I'm not encouraged. Don't hate, or think lust, or parade your religion. Love even your enemies in practical ways, giving your tunic and with your service. Who am I called to pray for? to love? to encourage today?
Lord, use my mind, use my mouth, use my ears, use my eyes, use my hands, feet, and use my heart. Allow my life to reflect your truth and draw people into their own fellowship with you.
