Deciphering Jesus's Message: A Study of the Four Gospels

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In chapter eight of Felder he talks about the four gospels; Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Each have their own ways of telling the readers about Jesus, but Jesus’s message is the same in each gospel. The core message of Jesus’s teachings is the reign of God, and His kingdom. Jesus was not sent down to change the old laws, but to make them fit what God wanted. Jesus wanted everyone to know the kingdom of God is already present, but it is also a future as well. People need to accept God and live for Him, so that way they can become a part and better the kingdom. The gospel of Luke portrays Jesus as a universal savior that is friends with everyone no matter who they are. Jesus wanted everyone to love each other, and not judge one another. To Him

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