Series: Questions Jesus Asked
Service: Sun PM
Type: Bible Class
Speaker: Terry Slack
The word authority is a strong one filled with meaning. It denotes permission, power, rule, control, and privilege. Because Jesus held all authority, He didn't need any man's permission to do, teach, and heal. But this caused issues with the Jewish leaders who falsely believed they were the only ones able to grant permission. They confront Jesus in the temple with a question involving authority and Jesus responds with a question of His own that reveals their unbelieving hearts.