October 13

Matthew 11
Because John the Baptist didn't eat fine foods or drink wine the people said he was possessed by a demon. When Jesus came eating and drinking they called Him a glutton and a drunkard. Essentially, there was no way to please them. Things haven't changed much, unfortunately. We still have those who stand in judgment of others because they don't live their lives in the manner expected. A friend of mine was seen having a beer with the construction crew working on the new church building. He was soundly reprimanded by the elders. However, he was able to extend the gospel to the workers with whom he shared a cold beer on a hot day. I suppose the Lord was just fine with that.