Sermon OTM - Matthew 7:21-23

We’re nearing the end of Jesus’ SermonI think we must admit, there have been surprises along the way- but it has been a journey of wonder, skirting the edges of the kingdom of God• at the same time, the Lord has exposed us, to truth that is deep and difficult• so, what does Jesus want to say to us this morning?- though he’s never one to sugarcoat the hard things, Jesus is being rather blunt, don’t you think?• maybe what we hear is a tone of voice that offends◦ we ask, Where is God’s compassion and mercy?• if Jesus must deliver this truth, couldn’t he at least be polite?◦ but is there a polite way to shout, “The building’s on fire”? or "Run for your lives"?◦ when Jesus is direct and rough, even then he loves us