November 22, 2021: SOAP #4372:  Matthew 11-13

SCRIPTURE:  Matthew (NIV) 11:25 At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. 26 Yes, Father, for this was your good pleasure. [26 KJV Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in thy sight.]

OBSERVATION: Jesus is speaking of something that pleases the Father—something that is “good in His sight.”  If our Heavenly Father has feelings that bring Him pleasure when He views something good, it makes me think that there are other things that bring him displeasure. 

In this passage, it is something that the Father does that brings Him pleasure.  He enjoys hiding things from the educated and those who seem to have all the answers, and revealing truth to His children. 

APPLICATION:  I am amazed at how people who seem so smart still believe in evolution!  I am amazed at how educated people can demonstrate to save baby animals yet support the killing of baby humans! 

Obvious truths regarding sexual and gender issues seem difficult for some educated people to acknowledge.

PRAYER:  Heavenly Father, it is such an honor to be your child.  It is an honor to walk and talk with you.  It an honor that you reveal your truth and give me understanding.  I want to bring you pleasure in how I share your revelations with others.  I want to make you smile.  Amen.

Pastor Leon
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