Just a Thought

Many in this world today still ask of Jesus Christ the same question that the Pharisees asked of Him some 2000 years ago, which is, “By what authority are You doing these things?” Mark11:28.
However, like many today, they were not really asking for information: their question was filled with contempt and accusation. They were not searching for understanding: they were making a hostile inquiry, seeking to undermine Him.
Earlier in Mark 11 we read that they were “looking for a way to kill Him” (v. 18), so we know they were not looking to be enlightened - and Jesus knew that too.
Nevertheless the question is a good one to ask, providing we are not hostile and really want to know, by what authority Jesus said and did all that He did, and continues to do today.
In a world where there are umpteen teachings and authorities, it can be hard to know which way is right or true. We need to know why we should listen to Jesus Christ and follow Him. He will gladly show the way to anyone who is an honest seeker trying to understand. He said, “My teaching is not Mine but His who sent Me. If anyone is willing to do His will he will know whether My teaching is from God or whether I speak on My own authority.” John 7 v 16-17.
Jesus invites us to see that He is the Son of God and that He has divine authority to heal and forgive. He also has authority to lay down His life for our sake, and to take it up again (John 10:17-18). Jesus has done all this for our salvation, and this is the most important truth to know!