Many of my data sources these days start with 'I read it on the internet...'. Not exactly the strongest source. I remember going to the library when I was in high school and having to write research papers with thoroughly vetted footnotes pulled from academic sources. These days everyone quotes ChatGPT, which is probably right sometimes, I think.
Jesus taught as one having authority. His very word possessed authority, because it was the same word that moved over the chaotic waters at the beginning of Genesis. Jesus spoke with authority because he has power, and people recognized this. They were astonished.
We are wise to take seriously the teachings of Jesus. We should not simply view them as inspirational -- they are that, but they are so much more. They have creative power, so let us abide by them and let his teachings be authoritative in our own lives.
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