July 19, 2026

Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43

“Causes”

Jesus shares the parable of weeds planted along with the good wheat. He tells his followers that when goodness and malice are sufficiently mixed up together, all should be allowed to grow until harvest. Sometimes, our attempts to root out embedded evil may do great harm to the good. Sorting will come soon enough. Not only will the weeds be burned off, but God will also take care to burn off the causes of mendacity as well.

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