Luke 20 - The Cornerstone Rejected

Luke 20 - Jesus Speaks With Authority 

In this episode, I break down Luke 20, a chapter packed with confrontations, parables, and divine insight. We see Jesus face a series of challenges from religious leaders who attempt to trap Him with political and theological questions. But time after time, He responds not just with clever answers, but with eternal truth that transcends their schemes.

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Challenging Authority with Wisdom
When the scribes ask Jesus who gave Him permission to preach, He flips the question on its head. By referring to John the Baptist’s authority, Jesus shows that these men aren’t after truth—they’re protecting their power.

The Parable of the Tenants
Jesus tells a story that foreshadows His own death. The tenants kill the son of the vineyard owner, just as the religious leaders would kill Jesus. It’s a clear indictment of their rejection of God’s messengers.

Render to Caesar, Return to God
The iconic coin question surfaces here, and Jesus doesn’t dodge it. Instead, He reframes it: Give Caesar what bears his image, but give God what bears His—us. It’s a challenge to think eternally, not politically.

The Sadducees’ Trick Question
Using a ridiculous hypothetical about a woman with seven husbands, the Sadducees try to mock the resurrection. Jesus answers with authority, quoting the Torah and proving that God is a God of the living, not the dead.

Exposing Religious Hypocrisy
Jesus ends the chapter warning about scribes who flaunt their status but exploit the vulnerable. True faith, He says, is not about appearances—it’s about justice.

Takeaways:
Luke 20 shows us how Jesus handled manipulation, power struggles, and religious posturing—with patience, truth, and purpose. His teachings remind us to keep our focus on God’s kingdom, to avoid hypocrisy, and to be wise in how we respond to challenges. This episode encourages us to ask sincere questions, live with humility, and trust in the w

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