We enjoyed this rich flavored dish for dinner last night. Even while I was making it, I felt certain it would “fill me up”. The fresh-grated Parmesan, cilantro and jalapeno-infused stewed tomatoes made it extra satisfying (for those who enjoy a spicy twist).

When Jesus perceived the craftiness of some “religious followers”, he was not tricked by the twist to their language. They appeared to elevate Jesus but in fact they were hoping he would slip up and say something bad about those who ruled over them, politically.

In their heart was murder but on their tongues were smooth truths. After all, Jesus’ popularity with the people was due to his ability to stand with them, not above them.

This was something the “religious rulers” feared.

Their silence after hearing his answers showed that Jesus Christ the LORD was teaching the right way to God the Father.

Whether or not we can be satisfied with our own twist on things depends on the way we stand in his presence.

Being reduced to silence may be just what is needed to recognize His Lordship.- Teresa #fillmycupLord #truesatisfaction

Luke 20:19-26 (ESV)*

Paying Taxes to Caesar

¹⁹ The scribes and the chief priests sought to lay hands on him at that very hour, for they perceived that he had told this parable against them, but they feared the people. ²⁰ So they watched him and sent spies, who pretended to be sincere, that they might catch him in something he said, so as to deliver him up to the authority and jurisdiction of the governor. ²¹ So they asked him, “Teacher, we know that you speak and teach rightly, and show no partiality,^[d]but truly teach the way of God. ²² Is it lawful for us to give tribute to Caesar, or not?” ²³ But he perceived their craftiness, and said to them,²⁴ “Show me a denarius.^[e] Whose likeness and inscription does it have?” They said, “Caesar’s.”²⁵ He said to them, “Then render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” ²⁶ And they were not able in the presence of the people to catch him in what he said, but marveling at his answer they became silent.Read full chapter

Footnotes

1. Luke 20:1 Greek he
2. Luke 20:10 Or bondservant; also verse 11
3. Luke 20:17 Greek the head of the corner
4. Luke 20:21 Greek and do not receive a face
5. Luke 20:24 A denarius was a day’s wage for a laborer

*TheOneYearBibleOnline