The Rich Young Man [16] And behold, a man came up to him, saying, “Teacher, what good deed must I do to have eternal life?” [17] And he said to him, “Why do you ask me about what is good? There is only one who is good. If you would enter life, keep the commandments.” [18] He said to him, “Which ones?” And Jesus said, “You shall not murder, You shall not commit adultery, You shall not steal, You shall not bear false witness, [19] Honor your father and mother, and, You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” [20] The young man said to him, “All these I have kept. What do I still lack?” [21] Jesus said to him, “If you would be perfect, go, sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.” [22] When the young man heard this he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions. (Matthew 19:16-22 ESV)
What Jesus “Should” Have Thought and Said to the Rich Young Ruler
What Jesus “Should” have thought and said according to popular Christian thinking of today.
1. This one will be a good catch for my cause. He is popular and influential and people will follow him as he follows me!
2. Yes, his heart still clings to his possessions, but I will get to that later. I will let him walk with me for a while and soon enough he will make me Lord of his life.
3. This guy is a seeker! Wow, how awesome it is to see someone who really want’s the truth!
4. I am really proud of you for being so diligent and obeying what you know of the law!
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