1. The announcement of a new emperor or new king was serious business in the ancient world. This was a transition period that experienced vulnerabilities resulting in revolutions. The proclamation of a new king or emperor “carried weight” (pp. 68).
2. The proclamation that Jesus was proclaiming was especially risky. Leaders were selfish and wanted as much power as possible and the campaign that Jesus was beginning was seen as a form of competition. This form of talk is offensive and seen as a form of treason. It is a dangerous road to take.
3. For myself, I tend to get caught up in the idea that I am sinful and will always be a sinful person no matter how hard I try to follow the ways of Jesus. However, what I love about this quote is that
2. The proclamation that Jesus was proclaiming was especially risky. Leaders were selfish and wanted as much power as possible and the campaign that Jesus was beginning was seen as a form of competition. This form of talk is offensive and seen as a form of treason. It is a dangerous road to take.
3. For myself, I tend to get caught up in the idea that I am sinful and will always be a sinful person no matter how hard I try to follow the ways of Jesus. However, what I love about this quote is that