This is Max Lakato. Jesus was accused of much, but of being a grump, sourpuss, or self-centered jerk.

Nope. People didn't groan when he appeared. They didn't duck for cover when he entered the room.

He called him by name. He listened to their stories. He answered their questions.

He visited their sick relatives and helped their sick friends. He fished with

fishermen and ate lunch with the little guy and spoke words of resounding affirmation. He went to

enough parties that he was criticized for hanging out with rowdy people and questionable crowds.

People were drawn to Jesus. Thousands came to hear him. Hundreds chose to follow him. They shut down their businesses

and walked away from careers just to be with him. His purpose statement read, I came to give

life with joy and abundance. Jesus was happy, and I think he wants us to be the same.

This is Max Locato.