Jesus was the most extraordinary communicator in all of human history. He was the ultimate guide for bringing truth to everyday life. So it is not surprising that his craft as a carpenter provided rich illustrations for his teaching. Specks of sawdust were part of his life. He used words with the skill and grace of the ultimate master woodworker. His crafted vivid word pictures that connected his hearers to everyday life. Thus, in Luke’s gospel, he uses the common elements of his carpenter’s life to connect to my life and yours. Here is what Jesus says: Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own […]
Daily Archives: April 5, 2019
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