Luke’s Gospel, chapter 8 verses 26-39.
Who was Jesus?
A moral, misguided prophet? A political reformer? A business guru? A therapist? Best friend?
His Lordship Powerfully Challenged
A man with almost complete disintegration of what it means to be human. God’s image subverted. Even his name is taken from him; he answered “Legion”, (6000 warriors). Line between him and the demons was blurred.
His Lordship Powerfully Demonstrated
- Recognising. He knows who they are.
- Naming. He asks the questions. He has authority over them.
- Begging. They beg to Jesus. Repeatedly. Grovelling.
- Transforming. The man is sitting at Jesus’ feet, dressed and in his right mind.
The man who begged Jesus to go away now begs him to stay