Jesus Inaugurates the Science of Preaching and Repentance

When Jesus began to preach, He introduced a wholly new science to human history. The Greek New Testament employs three distinct words for this ministry: euangelizo (to declare good tidings), kerusso (to announce as a herald), and dialegomai (to argue and persuade). Through these terms, we perceive the complete definition of Divine preaching—the announcement of glad tidings coupled with ambassadorial presence, pressing upon human conscience, will, affections, and understanding through reasoned argument.

This was not a patriarchal practice, nor a Jewish institution, nor a Gentile custom. Preaching originated with Jesus Christ alone, for until He lived and died, no genuine good news existed to proclaim. The Almighty could have sent an angel; instead, He set Himself as the exemplar of this new science.

Yet preaching demands a response: repentance (metanoia—a complete change of mind). True repentance comprises four elements: conviction of sin, sorrow for transgression, confession before Elohim, and amendment of life. It is not mere emotion but transformation. The kingdom of heaven stands at hand, and national quiet without spiritual conversion brings ruin.

This remains the sole agency for human salvation and the unlimited privilege of all believers. The preacher's responsibility echoes through centuries: declare good tidings, herald the kingdom, and press upon conscience the imperative to turn from sin toward Adonai's redemption.