It is interesting to see how the different people responded to Jesus and His teaching. He was in constant conflict with the Pharisees. They rejected Him and His teaching because they flew in the face of anything and everything they had ever taught or practiced. Their pride kept them from hearing His message.
On the other hand, the common people heard Him gladly. His message was what they were looking for. The rich and powerful, as Jesus said in another place would have a hard time getting saved – their riches and power would get in the way of seeing their needs.
One of the wonderful things about Jesus’ message is that it is the message for the common man. The common man is more apt to see and be fully aware of his needs. Praise God for His message to people like me. Common people who really have nothing to offer but themselves may not be fit for much, but we are fit for God to use!
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