Jesus and Pharisees
Jesus’ Authority Questioned: Wisdom That Silences Critics
Matthew 21:23–27 describes a moment when Jesus’ authority was questioned by the chief priests and elders. Sometimes, the best way to answer a trap is with a better question, especially when Jesus faced his authority being questioned. In this interaction, Jesus models boldness, wisdom, and spiritual authority in the face of hostile questioning. Matthew 21:23–27 (NASB 2020) […]
Jesus Teaches on Divorce: Returning to God’s Original Design
Matthew 19:1–12 is a passage where Jesus teaches on divorce. In this passage, Jesus is tested on divorce, offering profound insights into the subject. The situation in which Jesus was tested on divorce reveals His profound understanding and unwavering commitment to upholding the sanctity of marriage. Jesus doesn’t avoid hard conversations—He clarifies them with truth […]
Jesus and the Sabbath Grain Field Confrontation: Choosing Mercy Over Legalism
In Matthew 12:1–8, Jesus and His disciples are confronted for plucking grain on the Sabbath. His response shatters legalism and elevates mercy. In 2025, when religious rules still burden hearts, Jesus reminds us: relationship over ritual, rest over rigidity, and mercy over sacrifice.