Scripture: Mark chapter 7
Observation: Jesus is questioned by the Pharisees because the disciples were not adhering to Jewish tradition. Jesus calls them hypocrites for this, because their traditions invalidate God's laws. He uses the example of Corban, which allowed men to dishonor their parents by not providing for them financially, using the excuse that their possessions were dedicated to God. Jesus made clear it's what comes out of a person that defiles, the wicked desires of the heart.
Application: God's word is complete. Nothing needs to be added to it. Anything that takes us away from God's word into human ideas is not of God and therefore dangerous to our spiritual health.
Prayer: Father, You have lovingly and graciously provided Your Word to guide us, teach us, reprove and train us. There is nothing missing from Your perfect Word. May I always study it with passion, and live my life by Your teachings, not those made up by men claiming to be Your mouthpiece. Your Word is above all. In Christ Jesus, Amen.
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