Jesus was in Jerusalem for the Passover. He was a public figure with a fairly large following. This made Him a target for the political establishment.
The issue was taxes. Should the people pay the Imperial tax or not. If He was “pro-tax” He would side with the “Herodian” party, who supported the Roman government. If He was “anti-tax” He would side with the Pharisees who were against the Roman occupation.
Jesus’ answer was almost apolitical. He said, “Give to Cesar what is Cesar’s and give to God what is God’s.” With this answer He wasn’t taking either political side and remained a target of both parties. These two groups, who were political adversaries, worked together against Jesus and ultimately played a major role in His death.
Without a party was Jesus committing a political downfall? This week as we continue our message series “Your Questions Answered”, we’ll be looking at the question “Should I support a political party?” Do you imagine Jesus siding with one party over the other? How do we fit in God’s kingdom and work inside the structure of our government?
Enhance your worship by listening to CrossWalk’s Spotify playlist.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6oh96lgtXm0f46YtuJHdkL?si=106291bdbe014c2e
Follow along with your Bible: Matthew, chapter 22, verses 15-22
Song highlight of the week: “Lamb of God” by Vertical Worship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkJy5MKQgOk
“Should I support a political party?” sermon was done by Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the “Your Questions Answered” message series.
CrossWalk Church – Sunday Worship:
Online: cwlk.online.church – 9am /11am
Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School – 9am/11am
Midtown Campus: Camelback High School – 10am
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