At that time, some Pharisees approached Jesus and said, “Go! Get away from here, because Herod wants to kill you.” Jesus said to them, “Go, tell that fox, ‘Look, I’m throwing out demons and healing people today and tomorrow, and on the third day I will complete my work. However, it’s necessary for me to travel today, tomorrow, and the next day because it’s impossible for a prophet to be killed outside of Jerusalem.’ “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those who were sent to you! How often I have wanted to gather your people just as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings. But you didn’t want that. Look, your house is abandoned. I tell you, you won’t see me until the time comes when you say, Blessings on the one who comes in the Lord’s name.” (Luke 13:31-35, CEB)
Jesus wanted to protect the people like a mother hen protects her young, and they wanted him dead.
They said Herod was wanting to kill him, but they were really not going to stop him, because Jesus was getting in the way of their power.
Jesus just wants us to love like God and show the world mercy and grace.
Power is not ours to have.
We need to show love to the sojourner, mercy to the widow, and work for justice for all.
Love like Jesus.
Loving People. Loving God.
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