And his teaching made a deep impression on them because he spoke with authority.
Lk.4:32
How did Jesus impress the people in the synagogues? Jesus spoke and acted with authority.
Jesus adapted his style, so to speak, according to his audience. In the synagogue as a teacher, it was his authority that caught attention. For sinners and tax collectors in the marketplace, it was his guileless love.
Paul said he became "All things to all people" 1 Cor.9:22 in order to proclaim the Gospel. Is this hypocrisy? In me it is in danger of becoming so. What stops this is love, love for the one I'm trying to reach. Love ensures I am "acting" for the betterment of the other.
Jesus, help me be an authentic lover so I can better be your ambassador in my little corner of the world.
