Controversy is typically defined as a “dispute or argument in which people express very public, lengthy, heated, and often strongly opposing viewpoints” of a matter (Vocabulary.com, August 19, 2025). As we see from the text, Jesus was the epicenter of controversy and remains such, as seen in many religious circles today. In John 7, we see His brethren encouraging Him to show Himself (v 3-5). Some denied His Goodness and labeled Him a deceiver (v 12-13). Still others contributed to…