One of the
Fab Four infamously remarked that the Beatles were "more popular than Jesus" -- a statement that many Christians find infuriating. But if you think about it, popularity is not the issue, at least it never was for Jesus. In fact, he regularly went out of his way to offend his listeners! That move would have undoubtedly annoyed a modern day publicity team, had he needed such a thing. Instead, Jesus emphasized the difficulties in accepting his message, but also the rewards to come. It's a musical group's job to be popular, but not so a Savior. Christ did not choose the way of fame and fortune, but instead the Way of the Cross that leads to salvation -- for anyone who can accept such an "unpopular" message.
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