Disinformation

Jesus told his disciples a parable: “Can a blind person guide a blind person? Will not both fall into a pit? No disciple is superior to the teacher; but when fully trained, every disciple will be like his teacher.

Why do you notice the splinter in your brother’s eye, but do not perceive the wooden beam in your own? How can you say to your brother, ‘Brother, let me remove that splinter in your eye,’ when you do not even notice the wooden beam in your own eye?

You hypocrite!  Remove the wooden beam from your eye first; then you will see clearly to remove the splinter in your brother’s eye.” (Luke 6:39-42)

The intent of this parable is obvious. It needs no explanation.  Then again, can a person with sight guide another with sight and both still fall into a pit? Absolutely!  If both believe lies and act accordingly, they will fall into a pit – a trap – set by those wanting to deceive and to spread disinformation – self-serving lies.  We all fall prey to deceivers wanting our money, support, and votes.  We should be blind to their lies and immorality.

Deacon David Pierce