THINGS THAT MAKE YOU THINK 6 – Why Did Jesus Sometimes Seem Angry or Harsh? Jesus said, “I am meek and lowly.” However, He used powerful actions, strong words, and harsh rebukes in righteous anger. If we ignore those moments, we misunderstand Him. If we misunderstand them, we will misrepresent Him. Big Question - If Jesus is loving and gentle, why does He sometimes speak sharply, rebuke strongly, or act with visible anger? Simple Answer - Jesus’ anger is never sinful or selfish — it is holy, purposeful, and rooted in love for God’s glory and compassion for people. Things to Note – - Who did Jesus address in these ways? - When, how, and how often did Jesus use these strong displays and righteous anger? - Why did He choose to act these ways (what was accomplish

Scripture References: Matthew 16:21-23, Revelation 3:1-22, Matthew 21:12-13, Matthew 11:20-24, Revelation 2:1-29, John 2:13-17, Mark 12:38-40, Mark 3:1-6, Romans 11:21-22, John 8:1-11, Mark 10:17-22, Matthew 18:6, Matthew 21:18-22, Mark 10:13-16, Matthew 12:22-45, Matthew 23:1-39

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THINGS THAT MAKE YOU THINK 6 – Why Did Jesus Sometimes Seem Angry or Harsh? Jesus said, “I am meek and lowly.” However, He used powerful actions, strong words, and harsh rebukes in righteous anger. If we ignore those moments, we misunderstand Him. If we misunderstand them, we will misrepresent Him. Big Question - If Jesus is loving and gentle, why does He sometimes speak sharply, rebuke strongly, or act with visible anger? Simple Answer - Jesus’ anger is never sinful or selfish — it is holy, purposeful, and rooted in love for God’s glory and compassion for people. Things to Note – - Who did Jesus address in these ways? - When, how, and how often did Jesus use these strong displays and righteous anger? - Why did He choose to act these ways (what was accomplish

Scripture References: Matthew 16:21-23, Revelation 3:1-22, Matthew 21:12-13, Matthew 11:20-24, Revelation 2:1-29, John 2:13-17, Mark 12:38-40, Mark 3:1-6, Romans 11:21-22, John 8:1-11, Mark 10:17-22, Matthew 18:6, Matthew 21:18-22, Mark 10:13-16, Matthew 12:22-45, Matthew 23:1-39

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THINGS THAT MAKE YOU THINK 6 – Why Did Jesus Sometimes Seem Angry or Harsh? Jesus said, “I am meek and lowly.” However, He used powerful actions, strong words, and harsh rebukes in righteous anger. If we ignore those moments, we misunderstand Him. If we misunderstand them, we will misrepresent Him. Big Question - If Jesus is loving and gentle, why does He sometimes speak sharply, rebuke strongly, or act with visible anger? Simple Answer - Jesus’ anger is never sinful or selfish — it is holy, purposeful, and rooted in love for God’s glory and compassion for people. Things to Note – - Who did Jesus address in these ways? - When, how, and how often did Jesus use these strong displays and righteous anger? - Why did He choose to act these ways (what was accomplish

Scripture References: Matthew 16:21-23, Revelation 3:1-22, Matthew 21:12-13, Matthew 11:20-24, Revelation 2:1-29, John 2:13-17, Mark 12:38-40, Mark 3:1-6, Romans 11:21-22, John 8:1-11, Mark 10:17-22, Matthew 18:6, Matthew 21:18-22, Mark 10:13-16, Matthew 12:22-45, Matthew 23:1-39

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From Series: "Things That Make You Think"