the beggar exalted (Luke 18:14; 16:23) while the Pharisee and the wealthy were not justified (Luke 18:14, 25; 16:22, 23)? On the other hand, all the unexpected does not have its source in God. Why were the disciples unable to understand Jesus’ prediction of His death? (See Luke 18:34.) This is unexpected, but understandable, because man’s wishful thinking often overrides his realization of reality and must be guided by the wisdom of God. But the reality may turn out to be superior to his highest