In this story from the gospels, a rich young ruler comes to Jesus and asks how he might be saved. Jesus knew exactly how to address this young man. Jesus gave an answer that was difficult, and left the man sorrowful, but it was what the ruler needed to hear.
Throughout the gospels we see Jesus have conversations with people of different creeds, cultures, and class. Jesus speaks directly with each person, within their community, without restraint. In this series we’ll explore how these brief conversations are so life changing, and ask the question, what would Jesus say to us?