Persecuting Jesus

Why did the religious leaders want Jesus dead? In John 5:16-18, we discover it wasn't just because He healed on the Sabbath: it was because He claimed equality with God. When Jesus said "My Father is working until now, and I am working," His opponents understood exactly what He meant. They knew He was making a divine claim that confronted their comfortable categories. Jesus defies our categories because He's in a category all His own. He isn't just another religious teacher or moral example. He's the Son of God who came to save people who were dead in their sins. When we see Jesus, we see the Father. When we hear Jesus, we hear the Father's heart of love for sinners. Whether you're a believer seeking to know Jesus more deeply or someone questioning who He really is, this message will challenge and encourage you. Listen to discover why the world still struggles with Jesus today—and why that's exactly why we need Him.