And they shall say to you, See here; or, see there: go not after them, nor follow them.
People are going to come up to you saying 'Look, he's over here!' or 'No wait, he's over there!' Don't chase after them or follow where they're pointing.
When everyone's claiming they found the answer somewhere else, stay put and trust what you already know.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century, during Jesus' ministry, there were widespread expectations of the Messiah among the Jewish people, often accompanied by false prophets and messianic claimants who misled followers with deceptive signs. Jesus was speaking to his disciples about the coming of the Kingdom of God and the return of the Son of Man, warning them not to chase after rumors or false indications of his arrival. This teaching addressed the cultural and religious tensions of the time, where people were eager for deliverance but vulnerable to exploitation.
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