Call No Man Father: What Did Jesus Mean?
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Call No Man Father: What Did Jesus Mean?
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In Matthew 23:9, Jesus commands, “Call no man your father on earth, for you have one Father, who is in heaven.” Does this mean we shouldn't call our dads "Father"? Or is Jesus addressing something deeper?
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the context of Matthew 23, where Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for their pride and misuse of authority. We explore how titles like "Rabbi" and "Father" were being used to elevate religious leaders rather than to serve others in humility. Through a careful look at scripture, we clarify that Jesus is not prohibiting the use of “father” for our earthly parents but is warning against seeking honor and power through religious titles.
Join us as we unpack this passage, compare it with other scriptures, and apply Jesus' teaching to our lives today.