John 7 is not where most people turn to understand the temptations of Christ, and yet it follows a discussion about bread and a comment that has Jesus with the words of life. Now we have a discussion about whether fame is the goal. Listen in if you will.
So roll up your sleeves, put your mind in gear, be totally ready to receive the gift that’s coming when Jesus arrives. Don’t lazily slip back into those old grooves of evil, doing just what you feel like doing. You didn’t know any better then; you do now. As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God’s life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness. God said, “I am holy; you be holy. [1 Peter 1:13-16]