“And there was much murmuring among the people concerning him: for some said, He is a good man: others said, Nay; but he deceiveth the people. Howbeit no man spake openly of him for fear of the Jews.” (John 7:12-13 KJV)
These verses gave us a picture of a hostile - religion and pagan dominated, society. These religious Jewish leaderships claim to be believers in God and observers of the law given through Moses, but failed to follow the truth of God's Words in favor of their man-made doctrines that blinded them to recognize the Lord Jesus Christ who was sent by the true God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. And the pagan authorities are so powerful, backed by Roman rule. Hence, it is expected that the people attending the feast, both locals and visitors, have conflicting opinions about the Lord. But none voiced their opinion publicly, specially those who hold favorable views of the Lord Jesus Christ. They fear the ire of zealot unbelieving religious and political leaderships.
When established powerful religions and atheistic authorities wield strong influence and power, like in many societies of our age, people are held captive and shackled. They are fearful. But, thanks be to our Lord Jesus Christ, for by faith in Him, He gives us the truth that sets us free. His Words declare: “So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”” (John 8:31-32 ESV)
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
(When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.)
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