"And he said to them, “Well did Isaiah prophesy of you hypocrites, as it is written, “ ‘This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me; in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.’" - Mark 7:6-7

Isn't it ironic that many people criticize those who are devoted to the company for which they work? They use a derogatory term for such a person by calling them a "company man". There doesn't seem to be any employee loyalty any more. They are very few who have an undivided heart for their employer.

As we read the passage above, we understand that loyalty and devotion has been a rare commodity for generations. Most people are simply focused on themselves and have no real devotion to anyone, including the Lord.  They honor Him with their lips and surface obedience to get all they can out of Him. They are very few who have an undivided heart for the Lord.

Which will it be my friend... lips or heart? Will you wear the cross or proudly display your "fish" bumper sticker, but spend most of your time on personal pursuits? Do you ridicule those who you consider to be "fanatics" for Jesus? Maybe it's time to leave the crowd behind and become one of the very few who have an undivided heart for the Lord.