Did Jesus argue over religion?

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Some assert that Jesus did not argue over religion. In fact, He was the world’s greatest debater – He argued with the Devil himself (Mt. 4:1-11). The word debate may include “the expression of enmity,” and that is wrong, but showing Scripture for what you believe is not wrong. Paul said he was “bold to speak to you the gospel of God in much conflict” (1 Thess. 2:2), and he urged them to “prove all things” (5:21). Jude said to “contend for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints” (verse 3). Those who follow their feelings rather than God’s revelation cannot do that, because if emotion is the final authority, everyone becomes his own standard. Jesus never suggested that anyone follow his feelings, but taught men to follow God’s word (Lk. 10:25-28).