Mark 6:2 On the sabbath he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were astounded. They said, ‘Where did this man get all this? What is this wisdom that has been given to him? What deeds of power are being done by his hands!
How do you react when you hear someone teach you about Jesus? Are you always willing to try and learn more? Do you listen but not take anything in?
I must admit that there are some days when I am in church and I do not take much in because I am too tired or too distracted to concentrate!
Jesus taught with great authority because He did know so much, so had lots to pass on to others.
As long as we stay within the bounds of what we know, we can teach with great authority as well – it is always good to hear someone teaching with authority!