# Divine Communication: Shrewd Serpents and Innocent Doves - 10 July 2026

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Podcast: [Making Friends With The Lord Jesus](https://stenobird.com/podcast/making-friends-with-the-lord-jesus-7041390)
Published: 2026-07-09T05:19:51+00:00
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## Resource

Based on a reflection on Matthew 10:16-23, this homily emphasizes that God desires a personal connection with humanity through the written word and the teachings of Jesus. I explain that followers are sent into a world full of hostility and danger, symbolized by the imagery of sheep among wolves. To navigate these challenges, believers are encouraged to be shrewd and street-smart while maintaining the innocence and simplicity of a dove. Through personal anecdotes and modern legal examples, the text illustrates that while Christians must use practical means and technology to defend their faith, they should ultimately trust the Holy Spirit for guidance. The final message serves as a call to active evangelization, urging individuals to become instruments through which the divine speaks to the world.

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