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10 Compelling Truths
Historians agree that Jesus was a historical character - an itinerant Jewish teacher who lived in the first century. But the Bible shows him to be much more than that. Here are ten compelling truths Scripture reveals about Jesus.
Jesus taught with great wisdom
Israel was filled with teachers, but none drew the crowds that Jesus did. And when he taught, he astonished those who listened with his wisdom. A great example of his wise teaching is found in The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) From his simple but compelling Beatitudes that described a blessed life (Matthew 5:3-12) to his argument that sin begins not with an action, but with a longing (Matthew 5:27-28), Jesus' simple teachings rang true. He helped people see the folly of worry (Matthew 6:25-27) and helped them discern between teachers who helped others and those who used others (Matthew 7:15-20). And when he spoke, his words echoed with authority.