Are religious parties all that different from when Jesus walked the earth? As finite, imperfect people, parties are bound to rise up. The key is not to associate with parties who oppose the way of Jesus. Being led by emotions and worship of self-governing authority to twist and affirm what God does not affirm.

Following Jesus' entry to the temple, the chief religious leaders questioned Jesus’ authority and agency. While the crowd recognized Jesus and worshipped Him, a large number of the religious sects did not.

Ultimately, those who remained in opposition were willingly complicit in actions that led to crucifying of Christ.

At the end of the day, as we view this story with New Covenant glasses, we see God works through people and circumstances to accomplish His purposes. We can learn from the religious leaders from Christ’s day. Both those who opposed, but also those who recognized Him! Not to oppose God, but rather, to cherish His teachings and worship Him.

✅Let us be bold like the few who recognized Jesus' authority and encountered times of refreshing through true worship! 🙌🏻🙏

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✅Let us recognize Christ’s authority over our lives, and worship Him in all we do, with conduct befitting Christ followers - this is our true and proper heart of worship. 🙌🏻🙏

🎶Worship the Lord, He is worthy to be praised.