For Whoever Does the Will of God, He is My Brother and Sister and Mother.
Posted by Pastor Pat on May 6, 2009
Remember the previous paragraph. Jesus notes how those who are for Him are a part of His kingdom. Those who are against Him have committed an unpardonable sin. The issue in our present paragraph is not whether you are in His immediate family by physical descent, but if you are born again and have pledged your allegiance to King Jesus.
What is interesting about this statement is what is not said. First, our union with Christ is not based on one’s social standing. Whether you are a Pharisee, tax-collector, scribe, or sinner, none of these things matter as it relates to one’s inclusion in God’s family. Second, our union with Christ is not based on one’s financial wherewithal. Whether one is rich or poor, financially strapped or independently wealthy, none of these things matter as it relates to one’s inclusion in God’s family. Third, our union with Christ is not based on one’s genealogical alliances. One’s pedigree has no bearing on whether or not one is included in God’s family. Such preferences often related to heritage are of no consequence when it relates to one’s inclusion in god’s family. Finally, our union with Christ is not based on gender. Whether you are male or female, rich or poor, bond or free, all may be included and no one will be excluded if the right path is chosen.
