Higher Everyday

Key Verse

“And Jesus answered and said unto them, I will also ask of you one question, and answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these things” (Mark 11:29).

Text — Mark 11:27-33

Message

Our text reveals how the religious leaders questioned Christ’s authority to cleanse the temple or teach the people (Luke19:45-48). They were offended and embittered because Christ condemned the evil practices they tolerated and practised. Their question was to embarrass and discredit Christ before the people, but their efforts ended in futility. Christ’s display of true and godly wisdom while answering them is worthy of emulation. He did not argue or attack and abuse anyone, even at this provocation. He was calm, composed and coordinated.

As Christian youths, we need wisdom to respond to questions appropriately during examinations or job interviews. We need the wisdom that is found in Jesus alone to answer people calmly when they deliberately ask questions to provoke or mock our Christian faith. Unbelieving peers will definitely ask questions to test your patience. If you are a born again youth, use their questions as opportunities to preach the gospel to them.  Believing and receiving Christ as Lord and Saviour is the true wisdom. Have you answered this all-important question, “Where will you spend eternity?”

Quote

Answer people calmly

 

Challenge

Allow God to guide you today!

 

Prayer for today

 Help me Oh God, to answer questions gracefully in Jesus name.