2010年10月14日星期四

He spoke with authority

Matthew 4:19-20

"Jesus said to them:『 Come, follow me ... they forsook their nets and followed him. "(19 ─ 20 sessions)
I remember, in my teacher training days, there is a lecture, instructors in a relaxed way, teaching the meaning of "speak with authority," this serious issue.

Which class is akin to the two lecturers her partner performance, they should have been an actor. They borrowed many of the characters as an example, the Gu Lin Fair (JoyceGrenfell, the late famous British actor) said Fuer Di (BasilFawlty, fictional character, seventies British TV comedy "Fuer Di Hotel" (FawltyTowers) protagonist) on how to avoid "misuse of authority", causing the students laugh. Mid Road Gang is the focus, the real power is not counterfeit, is dependent on the speaker's experience and confidence, and the listener's respect and trust. Authority must also have clear and public recognition of the source.

In Christian marriage, we often hear the opening remarks: "I am now certain delegated powers under the celebrant ...", the Administrative Committee is hereby authorized to confirm or government agency's name. In this case, Jesus can say: "I'm the king of the universe based on, giving the power!" However, he does not need publicity of the mouth. His way of speaking has been showing his authority, so Peter and Andrea, if not fully understand, but also to recognize his authority, is the supreme authority ─ ─ God's authority.

Authority of Jesus often called people to follow him, and that the call clear and uncompromising, not "if ... but ... maybe ...", there is no hesitation, no Rongyan. He only said: "You did so, and I will do OK."

Please note that the Bible does not tell us that Peter and Andre's response. Their actions have told us. Jesus called them, they follow him.

If you search for what in the four Gospels, Jesus will be found to treat each with power lines, rebuke, instruction, are concise. People listen to him later, they followed him.

Lord ah!
Do not seek to make my life in the "net"
Prevents me from listening to your voice,
So I can not "immediately" to follow you.

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