In Matthew chapter 22 we read of a memorable day in the life of our Lord Jesus here on Earth. Three different classes of Jews came to Him with questions, seeking to “entangle Him in His talk” (v. 15). He not only left them all in awe at His answers, but also asked a question that “no man was able to answer”. As a result of that day of questioning, no one “durst … from that day forth ask Him any more questions” (v. 46).
First the Herodians (vs. 15-22), accompanied by some Pharisees, questioned Him about paying tribute to Caesar. “But Jesus perceived their wickedness”, and answered with words which have become famous: “Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar’s; and unto God the things that are God’s.” May we all live by these words!
“The same day came to him the Sadducees” (vs. 23-33) with a dishonest question about a resurrection they did not believe in. “Jesus answered and said unto them: Ye do err, not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God.” Then the Author of the Scriptures revealed, with divine power, some secrets about life in Heaven. “And when the multitude heard this, they were astonished at His doctrine.”
Last of all came a lawyer representing the Pharisees (vs. 34-40), and asked Him a question about the Law, “tempting Him”. The clear and simple statement from the Lord forced the lawyer to admit that the Lord had answered well (see Mark 12:32).
And now, after the religious Jews have all tried (and failed!) to find fault in the Lord, it’s His turn to ask them a question: “If David then call Him [Christ] Lord, how is He his son?” And silence was the loud response!
Matthew ends his description of that day with these words: “And no man was able to answer Him a word, neither durst any man from that day forth ask Him any more questions.”
Truly we can say: “Never man spake like this man” (John 7:46). Make a point of listening to Him every day!
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