Devotional Reflection Based on the Incident of Peter Cutting Off Malchus's Ear: “Then one of those standing near drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his ear.” ( Mark 14:47, Today's Korean Version ) 1. Identifying the People Involved: The person who stood beside Jesus and drew the sword was Simon Peter . The servant of the high priest was named Malchus . “Then Simon Peter, who had a sword, drew it and struck the high priest’s servant, cutting off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus.” ( John 18:10 ) 2. Jesus' Response to Peter's Action: (a) Jesus said: “Permit even this.” ( Luke 22:51, KJV: “Suffer ye thus far”; RSV: “No more of this” ) The Greek words clarify this: “ἕως τούτου” (“heōs toutou”) = “up to this point” or “even this” “ἐᾶτε” (“eate”) = “allow it,” “let it be,” “leave it alone” Therefore, Jesus is essentially saying: “Let them do what they are doing. Do not resist any further.” “If ...
Hypocritical Pastors (1)
Hypocrite pastors only talk and do not practice.
Therefore, whatever correct words they say
should be followed and observed,
but their actions should not be imitated
(Ref.: Matthew 23:3, Korean Modern Bible).
Hypocritical Pastors (2)
Hypocritical pastors put heavy burdens on
others' shoulders
and do not lift a finger themselves
(Ref.: Matthew 23:4).
Hypocritical Pastors (3)
Hypocritical pastors want to show off all their
actions to people (Ref.: Matthew 23:5).
Hypocritical Pastors (4)
Hypocritical pastors love special seats at
banquets and high places in churches,
they love being greeted at department stores,
and they love having people call them “pastor”
(Ref.: Matthew 23:6-7).
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