Simon the Pharisee (Luke 7:36-50)
So he was the talk of the dusty streets. Many had come to listen to this man of little education, a carpenter by trade. I have to admit though, the things he has said must have come from God. His words do not ridicule or chastise, as most of our laws. His words are compassionate and the people, we take upon ourselves to lead spiritually, flock to him. I saw him out in the fields, a few days ago, this man who does not dress like any of the temple leaders. He holds himself with authority, wearing garments of the poor. His followers claim he is more than just a man. They say they have witnessed miracles. Demons have been ripped free from tormented souls. A paralytic has been raised to his feet and given the power to walk and dance. I realize these claims may be exaggerations. Still, I find myself, as do the others of my sect, drawn into the crowd with a desire to listen to his voice. So when master Simon extended the in...