T.D. Jakes: Step OUT of the Normal and INTO the Promise That God Has for You | Full Sermons on TBN

One remarkable quality of Jesus is His courage to stand apart, daring to be different despite criticism. Often, His silence speaks louder than words, reminding us that sometimes the strongest response to our critics is to say nothing at all. Too often, we engage in arguments without genuinely expecting change. Yet, when preparing this message, God revealed He’s about to surprise you profoundly.

A dramatic scene unfolds as a mob interrupts Jesus during His teachings, bringing a woman caught in the act of adultery. They challenge Him, demanding judgment. But this situation raises critical questions: Where is the man involved? Why is justice seemingly different for men and women? This incident underscores the unfair standards and biases that still persist, especially toward women.

Facing judgment from people can be terrifying, as human mercy is often scarce. Unlike God, whose mercy never fails, people rarely reconsider once they’ve judged. Imagine being surrounded by an angry mob without fully understanding their hatred. Often, those attacking don’t even have all the facts, yet the herd mentality prevails.

For many, maintaining integrity means staying silent—even when falsely accused—because revealing the truth might compromise confidential information. True strength is in holding peace amidst unjust attacks. Integrity is invaluable; winning an argument at its expense leaves you poorer.

Ironically, the mob’s greatest mistake was bringing the accused woman to Jesus. Had they sought true success, they might have acted elsewhere. But their act opened the path to mercy. Today, many confuse attending church with encountering Jesus. They mistake church attendance for genuine spiritual transformation. True transformation requires a direct encounter with Jesus, not merely participation in religious rituals.

Picture the woman, humiliated, exposed, awaiting the fatal impact of stones. The brutality of stoning—rocks tearing flesh until death—is horrific. Yet, rumors and gossip today mirror that violence. They wound deeply, obscuring the truth behind a curtain of lies. Spreading rumors means joining the herd, causing harm and perpetuating injustice.

The mob tested Jesus with a dilemma: uphold the law demanding punishment, or reject it and seemingly disrespect tradition. At that time, humanity was still under the old law, not yet under grace. The enemy’s old tactic was evident: trying to trap God by using His law against Him—a deception dating back to Eden.

Yet, Jesus responds with profound wisdom, reminding us that true justice and mercy are found in Him alone.