And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
Why do you keep calling me 'Lord, Lord' but then don't actually do what I'm telling you to do?
Jesus said calling him Lord means nothing if you're not willing to follow through.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, chapter 6, Jesus is delivering the Sermon on the Plain to his disciples and a large crowd in first-century Galilee, around 30 AD, as part of his broader ministry teaching about genuine faith and ethical living. He challenges the inconsistency of people who verbally acknowledge him as "Lord" but fail to act on his instructions, drawing from Old Testament traditions where God demanded not just ritual but obedient action from Israel. This verse serves as a climax to his teachings on building a life on solid foundations, urging true commitment over mere profession.
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