Just A Little

11-13-2009
Just A Little

Just a little of anything can create a whole lot of bad. One wrong ingredient and the entire batch of cookies can be ruined. I knew an individual that found a piece of toe nail in their burrito. It was just a small piece of nail, but I can assure you, he didn’t eat the rest of the burrito. I coach youth baseball teams, and one bad parent, can ruin the experience for the rest of the families. Again, just a little can cause disastrous results.

Matthew 16:5-12 says the following:

“5When they went across the lake, the disciples forgot to take bread. 6"Be careful," Jesus said to them. "Be on your guard against the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees."
7They discussed this among themselves and said, "It is because we didn't bring any bread."
8Aware of their discussion, Jesus asked, "You of little faith, why are you talking among yourselves about having no bread? 9Do you still not understand? Don't you remember the five loaves for the five thousand, and how many basketfuls you gathered? 10Or the seven loaves for the four thousand, and how many basketfuls you gathered? 11How is it you don't understand that I was not talking to you about bread? But be on your guard against the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees." 12Then they understood that he was not telling them to guard against the yeast used in bread, but against the teaching of the Pharisees and Sadducees.”

There are many false teachers in today’s world. It might be someone that uses manipulation to get their way, or someone that uses the art of persuasion as a means to an end. As we speak, we must make sure the words we say are used to glorify God, and serve others. Let’s not be overcome with selfish motives like the Pharisees and Sadducees. Remember, you can say 99.99% truth when you speak, but that one little .01% could cause ruin to you and to others. Avoid exaggeration. Refuse to leave out things of importance that need to be said. Speak and teach truth at all times and God will bless your endeavors!

Application:
1. Read Matthew 16:5-12
2. Do you speak truth at all times?