I would often use them in the classroom to teach my students to question the obvious. There is always more than one way to look at a problem and the solution is not always what is obvious to the casual observer.
Jesus used a similar approach when He spoke to Nicodemus. Using the familiar, He taught the ruler of the Law to question the obvious. Question what he had been taught, what he believed, what he trusted. In doing so, Jesus was quite blunt and rebuked Nicodemus for not delving deeper into the Truth found in God's Word.
Sometimes, we are no different from the religious leaders and hypocrites of Jesus' day. We hold to a form of godliness, but deny its power. We say we are 'Christians', but does our fruit bear witness? Maybe we need to question the obvious. Question whether or not we truly believe or are we just getting by.
Jesus said, "If you love me you will keep My commandments." (John 14:15). Do you love Him? Don't leave any room for questioning.
For the full message shared on 06-03-12 at the First Church of God - Racine, WI go to:
Question the Obvious
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