Matthew 10: 16: "Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless as doves." This holds true for us today. The world hates Christ and we are not above our Master. If you stand for Christ, the world will hate you also. Yet, we are sent out into the world to bring the message of salvation to all those God has chosen to salvation. We don't know who they are as God didn't give them a special mark so we could identify them. We are to use Godly wisdom and our intellect in the process. We are to be loving and kind and not aggressive. In nature, the dove is a timid bird that scares easily. Also, the dove represents the Holy Spirit. While the Spirit is not afraid, He is timid. He can be pushed away. As we go into the world to share our faith, know the world is watching and will take every opportunity to mock us and our mission. They spit on our Lord Jesus Christ, pulled His beard, placed a crown of thorns on His head, nailed Him to the cross and crucified Him. He did it all for us. We can take a few insults or be canceled by a culture that is taking people to hell, for Him. Stand strong for the Gospel.
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