The Alisa Childers Podcast

The Sabbatical Series: Did Jesus Ever Label or Exclude Anyone?

Dec 23, 2023
Explore the debate on whether Jesus excluded anyone and promoted tolerance. Discover the misconceptions surrounding Jesus and the exclusive nature of his message.
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INSIGHT

Jesus's Divisive Nature

  • Jesus was deliberately divisive and exclusive in his teachings, contrary to some modern portrayals of him.
  • He labeled people clearly and predicted division, even among families, due to his message.
INSIGHT

Jesus's Use of Labels

  • Jesus used strong, negative labels such as hypocrites, enemies, and brood of vipers to describe many.
  • Labeling was part of his method to call out sin and warn about judgment.
ANECDOTE

Jesus’s Actions Show Exclusion

  • Jesus physically removed money-changers from the temple, using a handmade whip and overturning tables.
  • He condemned entire cities to judgment for their sins, showing his intolerance of wrongdoing.
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