Why did Jesus Say “Only God Is Good”? (It's NOT What You Think!) | Sam Shamoun

Описание: What did Jesus really mean when He said, “Only God is good”? Did He deny His own divinity—or was He revealing it in a powerful and subtle way?

In this profound biblical exposition, Sam Shamoun analyzes Mark 10 and the encounter between Jesus and the rich young ruler to uncover how Christ’s words actually affirm His identity as God. Far from rejecting goodness, Jesus places Himself in the very position of God—calling His followers to love Him above all things, even above wealth, family, and life itself.

Sam explains how Jesus connects the Ten Commandments, the greatest commandment, and the call to discipleship, showing that idolatry is not limited to statues, but includes anything that replaces God in our hearts—especially money, ambition, and success. The rich man’s refusal to give up his possessions exposes his true god and reveals his unbelief in Christ’s divine authority.

The discussion also dismantles common objections from Jehovah’s Witnesses and other groups who deny Christ’s divinity. By examining Jesus’ own words about salvation, sacrifice, and redemption, Sam demonstrates that only God can do what Jesus claims to do—save souls and give His life as a ransom for many.

Finally, this teaching highlights the witness of the apostles, who followed Jesus for years and testified to His absolute goodness, purity, and sinlessness. Their willingness to give up everything proves that they recognized Him not as a mere man, but as God in the flesh—worthy of total surrender and worship.

⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 Introduction: The rich young ruler and “Only God is good”
0:45 The Ten Commandments and loving God vs loving neighbor
1:50 Why Jesus didn’t mention the first four commandments
2:35 Money as idolatry and false worship
3:20 What it means to take up the cross and follow Christ
4:10 Jesus placing Himself in the role of God
5:05 “With God all things are possible” and salvation
6:15 Refuting Jehovah’s Witness objections
7:25 Why only God can save and ransom souls
8:40 The apostles’ response and true discipleship
10:05 Loving Jesus above family and possessions
12:00 Exposing hypocrisy and testing the heart
14:20 Witnessing Christ’s perfect goodness
16:10 The apostles’ testimony and eternal life promise

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