In Jesus' final public teaching in the Gospel of John (10:22-42), the people of Jerusalem tried to pin him down. They wanted him to declare openly who he was. In keeping with his indirect public style, Jesus pointed them to his words and works. He also boldly declared, "I and the Father are one." This statement sent them looking for rocks to stone him, since they thought he was a man who made himself out to be God. They grasped that he claimed identity with God, but they got things exactly backwards. (sermon notes)
Paul warned Christians about false teachers who would persuade them to boast in themselves instead of in Christ.
The lifestyle of citizens of the kingdom of God includes unity, joy, and humility.
Since the early days of the church, people have tried to deny the Incarnation and still call themselves Christians. The little letter of 2...
