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NASB | Luke 4:28 And all the people in the synagogue were filled with rage as they heard these things; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Luke 4:28 As they heard these things [about God's grace to these two Gentiles], the people in the synagogue were filled with a great rage; |
Subject: So what's with the religious leaders? |
Bible Note: Right as rain, Ed! When you and I were youngsters, it was the four-letter words that were taboo. Now they're o.k. It's the three-letter word 'sin' that is the no-no. Before changing churches several years ago, my wife and I listened to the sermons of one pastor for six years and can't recall his ever mentioning the word 'sin.' And neither did he spend any time preaching about hell, judgment, condemnation, or any of those other negative things. The poor fellow didn't want to offend his precious lambs, don't you see? They might get mad and leave and take their money with them. So he played the nice guy and cranked out innocent little sermonettes of sweetness and light that gave everyone a warm, fuzzy feeling. One left the service with the distinct impression that God was a glorified Santa Claus and Jesus was His helper. --Hank |