From the Pulpit...

Jesus taught things straight up. He did not mince words, use evasive language, or speak uncertainly or in generalities. He spoke clearly, specifically, directly. He cut to the heart of the matter, not beating around the bush or stopping short of what is truly needed. Consequently, the people were amazed. They were not left in the dark or able to “interpret” His words in a self-favoring, “donothing” sense. They understood, and it was clear, unlike the teaching of the Pharisees and Scribes before Jesus came onto the scene. I suspect that there are still people out there who, though inoculated against such authoritative teaching, can still experience a breakthrough case of the gospel and be saved. Millions of souls need direct, soul-saving teaching of God’s word. They are not getting it out there in the world with all the mish-mash of stuff out there. Christian faith is life transforming. It is live saving. It is life-preserving. It is the only safe option in the storms of life and the coming deluge of judgment. You must be settled on the Rock of your salvation, Jesus Christ, else you will be crushed by the fall of your house onto your head.