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Christian Scam Artists, Con Men And True Servants
What happened in Houston is instructive
I’m a Christian. I love my church, and believe it’s one where the Spirit of God is present. Most of the members, and, in fact, most of the Christians I’ve known have been earnestly trying to follow Jesus and live according to His teachings.
However, there are also scam artists and charlatans among those who call themselves Christian.
No wonder Christ told his followers to be “as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.” (Matthew 10:16)
The Bible also teaches us that our hearts are more important than our position. So Jesus was often friends with the least among the populace and was often hated by those who were respected and in leadership positions.
Does this mean that our actions do not matter?
No, but fhere are people who display their good deeds for all to see while there are those who do it anonymously.
But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. Matthew 6:3–4
Thus Christ teaches us about the the wolves in our midst — those who will try to fleece us…
