None but those who have the principle of holiness in their hearts can appreciate ineffable Purity. Nothing so clearly evidences the condition of the human heart, nor so solemnly demonstrates its corruption, as its attitude toward Christ. The appearing of Christ fully exposed man, and brings to light as nothing else has the desperate wickedness of his heart. First, the One who pressed upon men the absolute sovereignty of God. Fallen man has no claims upon Him, is destitute of any merit, and can do nothing whatever to win God s esteem.
Fallen man is a spiritual pauper, entirely dependent upon divine charity.
The Lord Jesus came to glorify His Father, therefore we find Him maintaining His crown-rights and emphasizing His sovereignty. In His First message, in the Capernaum synagogue, He pointed out there were many widows in Israel during the days of Elijah. Second, the One who upheld God s Law. But fallen men resent restraints, and want to be a law unto themselves. Third, the One who denounced human tradition in the religious sphere.