But
the Pharisees and the lawyers rejected God’s purpose for themselves, not having
been baptized by John.
Luke 7:30 New American Standard
Bible (NASB)
Jesus had just finished
talking to John the Baptist’s disciples and talking about John, saying that he was
greater than all, but the least in the Kingdom of God
would be even greater. The common people and those who were considered
“sinners” (i.e. tax collectors, prostitutes, etc.) agreed and acknowledged
God’s justice because they had been baptized by John. The Pharisees and
lawyers, however, did not. This baptism of John was one of repentance, one
which acknowledged one’s sin and vowed to turn away from it. The Pharisees and
teachers of the law would not acknowledge that they had sin needing repentance.
They maintained their position of self righteousness and therefore refused not
only their Savior, but also their purpose in life. How tragic, that these men
who could possibly have been great evangelists like Paul, lost that opportunity
because of their own pride and hard heartedness. Do not be like these men.
Don’t lose God’s purpose for you by rejecting your need for a Savior. Ask God
for a soft and humble heart that is willing to admit its need for Him and
repent.
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