Good morning and Merry Christmas! The story of the woman caught in adultery, and Jesus words about he that is without sin can throw the first stone, are often used in teachings about the Word. I like reading that story as it points out many things about the people then and the people now. One thing struck me today while reading it one more time. The Pharisees refused to acknowledge Jesus as Lord, yet when he passed judgment in this case - they obeyed Him! The Bible records that starting with the oldest, the accusers all dropped their stones and left. Jesus did not accuse the woman and told her to sin no more. The new covenant had arrived! In forgiveness we are not "let off" to go do as we please, but to sin no more. Jesus said the same thing to the Samaritan woman at the well, sin no more. Jesus seemed to say this to many women at that time. Did they need it more than the men? No, I think those stories are recorded because the women listened and took His words to heart. Go, and sin no more. Mary Magdalene, the woman caught in adultery, the Samaritan woman at the well, and others came to Jesus, received forgiveness and then became believers in the Son of God. Women of the time were little more than property, even the smelly shepherds probably got more respect at the city gate than the women. However, Jesus ministered to all and He planted where the soil of the heart was fertile. Too many men and women at that time did not think they were sick at heart and in need of the physician. Today, so little has changed in many hearts. Pray for those who will not hear and will not see.
On a better note, say a great "Hallelujah!" for those who have seen the light and heard the Word of the Lord Jesus Christ! Today is one week until Christmas Day and the celebration of our Lord's birth. We, the undeserving, received a great gift from the Father in Heaven. We give gifts to each other to commemorate that gift. Enjoy the reason for Christmas!
Bucky
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