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Seeker: Saying No to My Way & Yes to Following Jesus (30 Days in Matthew) - Day 15

I have childhood memories of my dad pounding away at thick cut steaks with a mallet. At the time, I wondered why it was necessary to be so aggressive in preparing a meal, but now I fully understand. The process of tenderizing meat breaks down the tough fibers and softens the beef and helps it absorb the marinade.

Preparation is key. Jesus describes a ver…