“Any kingdom divided by civil war is doomed. A family splintered by feuding will fall apart.

“But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice.”

As Jesus was leaving, the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees became hostile and tried to provoke him with many questions. 54They wanted to trap him into saying something they could use against him.

Lord God my Father,

Bring your peace into my heart, help me to live in your truth and be your light.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen