Sometimes we can fall into the mindset of the teachers ofe law and selfishly live for the praise of others. Rather than operatingworldly standards, however, may we adopt the perspective of Jesus,
discerning what is truly worthy of honor in God‘s sight. - P50
The biblical measure of what is honorable is that which is honorable to God."
- Steve DeWitt - P50
In first-century Judea, the Pharisees and teachers of the law strove tolive honorable lives according to the law that they studied, but theywere prone to hypocrisy. They would fast and pray, but while makingsure that everyone saw them. - P51
The Pharisees knew God‘s laws, butt
hey would be critical of anyone who did not perfectly obey them.
We might see a similar attitude among Christians today as some of us
"compete" to show just how "holy" we are. But God sees the heart andknows what motivates us. He is not impressed by prideful actions andinstead values wholehearted faith and devotion to Him. - P51
Lord, thank you for fulfilling Your Word and sending Your Son to save us. I amgrateful that He has shown us how to live and how to see others from Yourperspective. May I honor Him and Your people in all I say and do. In Jesus‘name, amen. - P51
41 Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offeringswere put and watched the crowd putting their moneyinto the temple treasury. Many rich people threw inlarge amounts.
42 But a poorwidow came and put in two very smallcopper coins, worth only a few cents. - P49
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