2 Chronicles 9, Proverbs 28:15-28, Matthew 11: 1-19
What God said to me – Reputation is important. You should be known in your community as an honest person – a hard worker – a straight shooter – a person who loves Me and serves Me. But be careful that you are not living your life to please men. Depending on how they were raised and what has happened in their lives, people can have strange ideas about what is a good person or a godly person. John the Baptist and My Son, Jesus, were cousins, but their lives and ministries were very different. John was not a partier – he didn’t feast or drink – his life was very harsh and stark and yet there were people who said he was demon possessed. My Son ate and drank and lived among people and He was accused of being a glutton and a drunkard and for hanging out with the wrong crowd. Neither was true – they both walked to please Me and fulfill their calling. So, you too must keep your focus on Me and pleasing Me – walk in a manner worthy of your calling.