“But the Pharisees said, “By the ruler of the demons he casts out the demons” (Matthew 9:32).
If you do not like something, then accuse the one who did it of something outrageous. Liars lie and people believe the liar and not the one who tells the truth. It was true then and it is true now. But you, do you believe the liar, or do you press on until you know the truth? Jesus told us that we will know the truth and the truth will set us free. Only in the truth will we see eternity in heaven. Jesus is the way, the truth and the life!
Lord, the father of all lies only knows how to lie because that is his nature. There are those, some quite religious, who live by the lies of the devil and untruthfully accuse others of what they are doing. Your grace is amazing in the face of such wickedness. You stood firm and received the abuse. You still stand and take the abuse of many in this world who do the same.
Lord, You have given me the words of eternal life. Jesus, with Your own body, You have redeemed us from the pit by suffering for our sins on the Cross. Although I too face liars who try to lead me astray, help me to be merciful and gracious and to humbly walk with You now and forever. Lead me in the truth of the salvation You have given me, knowing that all power has always been in Your hands. You have authority over all creation. Help me to live an abundant life under Your authority. Amen.
