written by: Torrie Slaughter

Fake Sincerity

Compliments make us feel at ease when we are asked challenging questions. Sometimes we are so discouraged that support from anyone is like freshwater. But insincerity is a scheme in which Jesus shows us how to maneuver.

In Luke 20:20-21, the pharisaic leaders sent spies to provoke Jesus to blaspheme.

Luke 20:24 Jesus asked those that were trying to trap Him, whose image was on the denarius. The duality and depth of this question lead to a more profound understanding. If Caesar's image was on the money, it belonged to him, and the people were to give the government what it was due through taxes. As believers, we accept that God created everything, and we are made in His image. (Genesis 1:27) We belong to God and give Him what He is due: reverence, devotion, worship, adoration, and obedient living.

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Torrie is a media ministry consultant who works with churches and faith driven organizations to build their ministry team, grow their online presence, improve communication with staff and volunteers by creating systems designed to combat inertia.

This devotional was submitted by the Founder of Our Given Purpose®, Torrie Slaughter