How delicious is a crusty, warm, feather-like loaf of fresh bread! But what is it full of ? Air! And that happens because hidden yeast has spread and multiplied and puts off gas that stretches the dough into great puffiness.
It's sure a good picture of hypocrisy. And Jesus loves us enough to keep saying, "Watch yourselves carefully so you don't get contaminated with Pharisee yeast, Pharisee phoniness. You can't keep your true self hidden forever; before long you'll be exposed." (Luke 11:37-12:3 - The Message)
I'd like to think this only applies to those Pharisees. But even when I want to love someone who is "different", it is so easy to let critical thoughts and small "puts downs" build walls, thought-brick by thought-brick. Until finally the misunderstandings and critical words slip out, and love is doubted. Our true inside mind is exposed. And the pride wall keeps love from flowing.
Lord, You are our only hope. Help us be alert to the small "put downs" and criticism - tools (lies) of the enemy. Help us to reject them and focus on Your love that flows freely. May our hidden self be authentically You.
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