You don't hear these verses preached very often in devotional settings. Nobody chooses these when they're looking to offer a little encouragement to a small group. They don't print this on the cover of those cute pink children's Bibles.
It's sad to think about places that have rejected Jesus, but it's a reminder that just because someone hears the words of Jesus, it doesn't lead to transformation. I think about when the devil showed up to tempt Jesus -- he knew the words of Scripture, but they clearly hadn't penetrated his heart. Knowing about Jesus isn't the same as knowing Jesus.
The challenge for us, then, is to ensure we're seeking to know Jesus. Let's not settle for simply knowing enough. Let's pursue a deep knowledge, a transformational knowledge, so that we're growing closer and closer to Christ.
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