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What does the Bible say about being offended with Christ?

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Matthew 11:6 states that blessed are those who are not offended in Christ, indicating that many stumble over His identity and teachings.

The Bible addresses the issue of being offended with Christ in Matthew 11:6, which declares, 'And blessed is he whosoever shall not be offended in me.' This verse highlights a spiritual truth: many stumble or are offended by the person and work of Christ, whether it be His identity as the Messiah or the demands He places upon His followers. John the Baptist, even while in prison, sent disciples to question whether Jesus was truly the promised one. Jesus responded by pointing to His miraculous works, emphasizing His authority and divine mission. Those who stumble over Christ often do so due to their preconceptions about who He is or because they reject the claims He makes about salvation and obedience.
Scripture References: Matthew 11:6, John 10:30, John 5:16-18

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