Read Matthew Chapter 11 What Do You Expect in a Preacher? Listen to the picture that Jesus paints of John the Baptist, 7 As they departed, Jesus began to say to the multitudes concerning John: What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? 8 But what did you go out to see? A man clothed in soft garments? Indeed, those who wear soft clothing are in kings' houses. 9 But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I say to you, and more than a prophet (Mat. 11:7--9). Verse 11 records the words of Jesus that John was the greatest man to walk the earth. John was a preacher, but think today on the portrait that Jesus painted of that preacher. Then think further of what you expect in a preacher. Is it the same as what Jesus accused the people of expecting or is it of what He expects in His preachers? If you find a man who faithfully declares the word of God as John did, support that man with all that you are able. Don Ruhl Church of Christ 220 NE Savage Street Grants Pass, Oregon 97526-1310 541-476-3100 http://www.plymouth-church.com/dons_corner2.html http://associate.com/groups/emaildevotionals/