The religious leaders were trying to challenge Jesus by questioning His authority. In response, Jesus asked them about the authority of John the Baptist, whether it was from heaven or of human origin. This put them in a difficult position. If they said John's authority was from humans, they risked angering the people who held John in high regard as a prophet. The people believed John was divinely appointed, and any suggestion otherwise could lead to severe repercussions, such as stoning. This situation illustrates the leaders' fear of losing their influence and the power of public opinion. It also underscores the struggle between maintaining authority and acknowledging the truth. The passage encourages reflection on the importance of standing by one's convictions, even when faced with potential backlash, and the value of recognizing genuine spiritual authority.
But if we say, ‘Of human origin,’ all the people will stone us, because they are convinced that John was a prophet.”
Luke 20:6
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