Julie
I don't see anything that stands out here that is different or more thought provoking than in Matthew.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. This verse is very telling and really if we look at Peter talking to Jesus in the verses above when Jesus is telling them about his death and Peter rebuking that is basically what he is telling Peter.
Michelle
A few things came to mind today. Jesus, yet again, asks someone he healed to keep it to himself. It seems he is already a celebrity in his time for what he is saying and doing, and the masses are swarming to see him. Not unlike the way people are today with various celebrities and such. What stood out is when he tells them that they must deny themselves and take up their cross and whoever does that will be saved. I do not understand the Elijah discussion that has gone on in the last few chapters. Is he using him as an example? I can't tell.
This seems to be speaking of some of the commandments. What stood out to me is this line that says, "do not envy the violent or choose any of their ways". It's a reminder to follow the commandments and seek wisdom.
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