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guysbewise:
If Christians are saying that Jesus Christ is the jewish Messiah by force, so why is Mohammed no the comforter Jesus promised?

MaxInDHouse:
OK!

MightySparrow:
Mohammed was in no way close to any holy prophets of Jehovah. The recorded character of the fellow is something else.How Mohammed became a prophet and introduced an Allah nobody knew from Adam is still a rude mystery.

guysbewise:
How Jesus christ became the son of God born by another man's wife, which is against the Torah and without fulfilling the prophecies of the expected Jewish Messiah is also a mystery to the Jews who were given the Torah.

MightySparrow:
So God supposed to have a wife to have a son, right?

guysbewise:
If you are insisting that your Jesus christ is the messiah of the Jews, then you must also accepted that Mohammed is the comforter Jesus promised.

MightySparrow:
So God supposed to have a wife to have a son, right?

guysbewise:
If you are insisting that your Jesus christ is the messiah of the Jews, then you must also accepted that Mohammed is the comforter Jesus promised.

MightySparrow:
You don't understand simple English, right?
Just a simple question: does Allah need a wife, a human wife, to have a son?

guysbewise:
You are the one without common sense. Go and ask the Jews you are forcing your own messiah on, but you don't want to accept Mohammed your comforter Jesus promised.

MightySparrow:
You don't understand simple English, right?
Just a simple question: does Allah need a wife, a human wife, to have a son?

MightySparrow:
Second question: is Mohammed a spirit or a human?

Digitmktguru:
Why did Jesus say, 'I did not come to bring peace, but a sword' (Matthew 10:34)?"

Digitmktguru:
Matthew 10:34 – "I Did Not Come to Bring Peace, But a Sword"
"Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword." (Matthew 10:34, NKJV)

At first glance, this statement may seem contradictory to Jesus’ role as the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6) and His teachings on love, forgiveness, and reconciliation. However, Jesus was not promoting violence or war, but rather describing the divisive nature of His mission. Below is a clear and detailed explanation of this statement.

1. Context of Matthew 10:34
This verse is part of Jesus' instructions to His disciples as He sends them out to preach the Gospel (Matthew 10:1-42).
Jesus warns them about persecution, opposition, and division that will come because of their faith in Him.
He emphasizes that following Him will bring conflict—even among close family members.
2. What Does "Peace" Mean in This Context?
Not Worldly Peace: Many Jews expected the Messiah to bring political peace and overthrow the Roman empire. Jesus, however, came to bring spiritual salvation, which would cause division.
True Peace is in Christ: Jesus offers inner peace to believers (John 14:27) but does not guarantee peace between people.
Peace vs. Conflict: His message exposes sin, leading some to accept Him and others to reject Him, creating division.
3. What Does "Sword" Mean in This Context?
Not Literal Violence: Jesus was not encouraging physical warfare. Instead, the "sword" is a metaphor for division and conflict caused by faith in Him.
Spiritual Division: Jesus’ message forces people to make a choice—to follow Him or reject Him. This decision leads to separation even within families.
The Sword of Truth: Hebrews 4:12 describes God’s Word as a "sharp, two-edged sword," meaning it penetrates the heart and exposes truth.
4. Explanation with Supporting Verses
To fully understand Matthew 10:34, we need to consider Jesus' other teachings:

a) Jesus Came to Bring Inner Peace, But Not Always External Peace
John 14:27 – "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you."
John 16:33 – "In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
Jesus gives personal peace to believers, but His truth causes conflict in the world.
b) Following Christ Creates Division
Luke 12:51-53 – Jesus repeats this teaching, saying families will be divided over Him.
John 7:43 – "So the people were divided because of Jesus."
Even today, Christianity creates division between those who accept and reject Christ.
c) The Cost of Discipleship
Matthew 10:37-39 – Jesus says, "Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy of me."
This means loyalty to Christ must come before even family relationships.
5. Modern-Day Application
a) Expect Opposition
Being a Christian means standing for biblical truth, which can bring opposition from family, friends, and society.
Some may reject or persecute believers because of their faith.
b) Stand Firm in Faith
Even when faith causes division, believers must remain faithful to Jesus.
Matthew 10:22 – "You will be hated by everyone because of me, but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved."
c) True Peace Comes Through Salvation
While Jesus' message divides people, it also brings eternal peace to those who follow Him.
Romans 5:1 – "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ."
Conclusion
Matthew 10:34 does not contradict Jesus' message of love and peace. Instead, it highlights the inevitable division that results from choosing Christ. The "sword" symbolizes the spiritual and relational conflict that comes when people accept or reject Jesus. While following Christ brings inner peace and eternal life, it also separates believers from those who oppose the Gospel.

Ultimately, Jesus came to bring peace between God and man, but this very message causes division in the world. Believers must be ready to stand firm, even when their faith sets them apart from others.
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Digitmktguru:
Why did Jesus say, 'I did not come to bring peace, but a sword' (Matthew 10:34)?"

guysbewise:
Is the Jewish messiah to be nailed to the cross?

guysbewise:
Is the Jewish messiah to be nailed to the cross?

guysbewise:
Is the Jewish messiah to be nailed to the cross?

Sirmwill:
➜You are misinterpreting it. If he came with a sword to kill; He would have killed all the people that wanted him crucified

AbuTwins:
➜That's the work of the Prophets of God! Their mission will likely cause divisions in the family, cultural traditions, etc.

Why did Jesus say, 'I did not come to bring peace, but a sword' (Matthew 10:34)?"

MightySparrow:
Why are you dodging the question nah?

Your prophet stole Jewish history, stole Jewish scriptures, stole Jewish God and gave Him another name.
Your people jealous of Christianity, stole Adeboye and used AI to clone him an alhaji. Haha stealing no dey tire you ni?

MightySparrow:
....far better than the prophet that blind the seeing eyes, cut off the legs that once walked, killed the living.... torture, death, agony is all about Islam

Aljaanah of sex orgies, burantashi, and sweet breasted houris and rivers of rum await you. You go kerewa tire .

Jesus opened the blind eyes, healed the cripple, raised the dead...

Kobojunkie:
Nonsense! How could the mission of the Prophets of Israel have been to cause division in the family, culture, and traditions set up in the Land by YHWH— God of Israel Himself— by way of His Law of Moses?

AbuTwins:
When Matthew left everything and followed the biblical Jesus what do you think will happen to his family?

MaxInDHouse:
If a person born into a Buddhist or Hindu or Christian or Traditionalist family suddenly becomes a Muslim what do you think will happen in that family?

AbuTwins:
There'll will be hostility or animosity towards the new black sheep of the family! In as much as the Prophets come to rectify people affairs, anyone who follows them will need to go against some or most of the opinions from their family members.

AbuTwins:
✓ When Matthew left everything and followed the biblical Jesus what do you think will happen to his family?