23 The
same day some Sadducees came to him, saying there is no resurrection; and they
asked him a question, saying, 24 ‘Teacher, Moses said, “If a man
dies childless, his brother shall marry the widow, and raise up children for
his brother”. 25 Now there were seven brothers among us; the first
married, and died childless, leaving the widow for his brother. 26
The second did the same, so also the third, down to the seventh. 27
Last of all, the woman herself died. 28 In the resurrection, then,
whose wife of the seven will she be? For all of them had married her.
29
Jesus answered them, ‘You are wrong, because you know neither the scriptures
nor the power of God. 30 For in the resurrection they neither marry
nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven. 31 And as
for the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was said to you by
God, 32 “I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of
Jacob”? He is God not of the dead, but of the living. 33 And when
the crowd heard it, they were astounded at his teaching.(Matthew 22:22-33)
Thought: When the Sadducees
challenged Jesus about the resurrection, they
were attempting to injure His reputation among the people. They had the same characteristics of those who
teach false doctrine and don’t even believe in God. The Sadducees made up a
ridiculous situation in an attempt to trap Jesus. They were using scripture out
of context; however, they were unable to respond when Jesus gave them an
informed answer.
Jesus tells them “You are wrong, because you know neither the
scriptures nor the power of God.” As a whole, the Jews got caught up in all
the “laws and traditions” and forgot to study their scriptures. No wonder they didn’t understand everything
the Lord came to teach! As Christians, we need to know both the scriptures
and the power of God, not just one or the other.
Many times we are approached by those
with different beliefs than ours. Do not
be caught in the traps of modern day Sadducees.
Study God’s word! Know that there
is power in the word; power given to you to use when the enemy sets his traps!
When we decide not to give God’s
word enough study, we lose our opportunity to save those who do not know
Him. God said ALL will know me, but many
will choose not to believe in ME. Many
people that claim to not believe in God, justify it with ridiculous scenarios
like the Sadducees did.
Prayer: Father, thank you that you have given me promises in your word. Help me as I go through the circumstances of my life to be wise and careful. Help me to realize that your word will keep me safe and that I will share with others what you have done for me. In Jesus Name, Amen!
Questions:
1. How much time do you spend with the Holy God in His word?
2. Do you study God’s word so that you are not
confused by those of false doctrines?
