“And answering Jesus, they said, “We do not know.” He also said to them, “Neither am I telling you by what authority I do these things” (Matthew 21:27).
Do not put the Lord to the test. He is under no obligation to answer your questions. Our Lord is gracious and kind but does not owe us anything. There are many things we do not know and many things we do not need to know. Be guided by the goodness of the Lord and humbly walk in the way He will lead you. All authority is from the Lord. Walk under His authority.
Lord, this age does not respect authority. Many assume authority but forget that we live because the You have given us life. You are the source of all life. You are above all. Starting from that simple understanding, we can know that everyone else has a lesser authority because You grant it. For a time, in this age, there are those who abuse it; but that does not mean that ultimately it is still not Yours.
Lord Jesus, I see what You said as clever, but You were just telling the truth. Many are unable to comprehend the truth. Guide me, Lord, so that I understand that all things are in Your hands. Lead me in this understanding always so that I humbly walk under Your authority. Help me to look to You, the author and source of life, for all things. Help me not to ask questions so much as live out the answers You have already given. Amen.
