Luke 6:47

"“Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and don’t do the things which I say?"

Key Reflection

This verse underscores the importance of not just professing belief but actively following Jesus' teachings. Simply invoking his name without living according to his commands is hollow; it equates to building a house on unstable ground that will inevitably collapse in times of crisis.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 47. See Barnes on "Mt 7:21"; See Barnes on "Mt 7:22"; See Barnes on "Mt 7:23"; See Barnes on "Mt 7:24"; See Barnes on "Mt 7:25"; See Barnes on "Mt 7:26"; See Barnes on "Mt 7:27". __________________________________________________________________

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