“But Jesus responded and said to them, “I will also ask you one question, which, if you tell Me, I will also tell you by what authority I do these things” (Matthew 21:24).
Jesus was never tricked by snares of the wicked. If we look to the Lord and listen to His counsel, we can avoid being tricked by those who are always setting traps. We do not need to figure everything out, but we do need to stand firm against untruth. This age is filled with the deceived and deceivers. Jesus humbly speaks truth. He loves us and will not stop until those called believe are in His love.
Lord, I do not like contention, but the world is contentious. Help me to learn how to be humble but stand firm against the wicked who seek to deceive. Let me stand up against constant questions and hold fast to the truth You have revealed. Guide me, Lord, in the way to think and act so that when confronted, I know how to respond. Teach me how to answer questions as You did.
Lord Jesus, You have questioned me. Help me to answer Your questions with my life. Take me out of the way this world thinks so that I may learn to think as You created me to think. Guide me so that I humbly walk the path You have set before me. Through all things, teach me how to be aware and alert. Lord, You have given me the words of eternal life. Help me to live them now and always. Amen.
