Jesus Took Himself Literally

In this episode of For Better, For Verse, Justin Crisp and Jewelle Bickel delve into Luke's account of the Sermon on the Plain, exploring its key themes such as the Blessings and Woes, the call to love one's enemies, and the nature of God's mercy. They discuss the significance of Jesus' teachings, the context of his miracles, and the unique aspects of Luke's Gospel that highlight the great reversal and God's compassion for the marginalized. Through their conversation, they emphasize the radical nature of Jesus' teachings and the fact that, in His case anyway, Jesus took Himself literally!