When John's messengers had gone, Jesus began to speak to the crowds concerning John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? What then did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Behold, those who are dressed in splendid clothing and live in luxury are in kings' courts. What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. (Luke 7:24-26 ESV)
What do you think when you see and hear a preacher for the first time? What are you looking for? Good Looks? Powerful voice? Being done by noon? The attitude we have will affect how we receive what that preacher says. Such was the case with John, and Jesus. As we will see, there are two groups: those humbly ready to listen, and those defensively waiting to criticize.
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