Matthew 20:29–34
The Bible4Jesus.com Podcast
About this episode
We live in an age that prizes decorum, quiet respectability, and a certain kind of dignified reserve. This is especially true when it comes to religion. Our modern sensibilities prefer a faith that is neat, tidy, and above all, quiet. We want a God who can be managed, who fits comfortably into our schedules, and who doesn't cause a scene. But the God of the Bible is not a tame God, and the kind of faith He responds to is rarely polite. As Jesus makes His final journey to Jerusalem, on the very precipice of His passion, we are given a stark contrast between two kinds of people. The crowd is a fascinating entity in the Gospels. They are often present, sometimes amazed, but rarely committed. They follow Jesus for the spectacle, for the loaves and fishes, for the excitement.