After a series of questions directed at Jesus, Jesus asks his own question of the crowd, and reveals that he, the Messiah, is greater than anyone or anything they could imagine.

In an attempt to make Jesus look like a fool for believing in a future resurrection, the Sadducees ask him a question. But rather than being shown to be foolish, he reveals his wisdom as he speaks with authority from the Scriptures and from his own divine knowledge on the certainty and realities of life after death.

In an attempt to make Jesus look like a fool for believing in a future resurrection, the Sadducees ask him a question. But rather than being shown to be foolish, he reveals his wisdom as he speaks with authority from the Scriptures and from his own divine knowledge on the certainty and realities of life after death.

How do we submit to the authority of God and the authority of earthly governments? As the religious leaders try to trap Jesus, he answers that question with a simple statement: Give to Caesar what is Caesars, and to God what is God's.

How do we submit to the authority of God and the authority of earthly governments? As the religious leaders try to trap Jesus, he answers that question with a simple statement: Give to Caesar what is Caesars, and to God what is God's.

What will happen if we reject God's rightful authority over us? Jesus tells a parable that highlights God's abundant mercy and patience, yet one that also shows that there will be a day of reckoning for all who spurn Gods rule.

What will happen if we reject God's rightful authority over us? Jesus tells a parable that highlights God's abundant mercy and patience, yet one that also shows that there will be a day of reckoning for all who spurn Gods rule.

Jesus displays his authority as prophet, priest, and king, which prompts the religious leaders to ask what or who has given him that authority. Jesus' response helps us see that we all should submit to the authority of Jesus, and the response of the religious leaders reveals why our hearts often rebel against his rule.

Jesus displays his authority as prophet, priest, and king, which prompts the religious leaders to ask what or who has given him that authority. Jesus' response helps us see that we all should submit to the authority of Jesus, and the response of the religious leaders reveals why our hearts often rebel against his rule.

What is the purpose of the church? This passage from Colossians helps us see that the church is called to proclaim the mystery of Christ in deed, as we joyfully suffer for the sake of others, and in word, as we admonish and teach one another. This passage helps us clarify our goal as a church and calls us to work hard through the strength God provides.