Get the yeast out! Mark 8:15

Good morning friends!  God is good all the time, all the time God is good. TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED!
   Today, my friend, will be short and sweet.  Mark 8:15 "As they were crossing the lake, Jesus warned them, "Watch out!  Beware of the yeast of the Pharisee and of Herod."
      People knew of the Pharisees, and since Jesus was talking mainly to non-Jews they knew of Herod.  So, Jesus' statement was spoken so that all could understand.  Watch out - we know what this means: be aware of what is going on, be vigilante and ever watchful.  
     Then, beware of the yeast of the Pharisee and of Herod?  Huh?  Did they have something to do with making bread?  No, not in the yeast, I mean least.  YEAST in this passage symbolizes evil.
     Just as a small amount of year is needed to make a batch of bread rise, so the hard-heartedness of the religious and political leaders could permeate and contaminate the entire society, causing them to rise up against Jesus.
    Do you have this type of yeast inside you?  Inside your church? From the pastor or staff?  You need to remember that you are not a member of So and So Church, but a member of Jesus Christ's body.
    Get the yeast out; separate it, and help it to change or avoid it.  One word from an evil tongue can damage many.  Do you hear that the pastor...........?   There it goes. That is a tool of satan.  Be strong my friend.  Drink of the living water ---- Jesus!!!  Love you all.
In Christ's Love and Grace
    Johnny