This 30-minutes is all about: 1) The crowd was amazed at the teachings of Jesus. First, He spoke over the authority of the Old Testament. Before the little hairs on the back of our heads stand up, remember that He redefined what adultery was. Ouch. 2) He spoke over the Pharisees and the Sadducees. It was not by speaking louder, but he didn’t whisper either. He knew what He said was the truth. His authority came from Heaven. 3) Right away: When you know that somebody is genuine or valid, you seek their help with situations. In Jesus' case, He demonstrated a teaching level that indicated a divine connection. Therefore, going to Jesus was a wise move. 4) A leper, a social outcast, came to Jesus. Of course, he wasn’t supposed to. But the leper needed help. So, he petitioned for it. He just wanted to make sure Jesus was willing.
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