Luke 20:7

Contemporary English Version 1995

So they told Jesus, “We don't know who gave John the right to baptize.”

Cross References

2 Peter 3:3

But first you must realize that in the last days some people won't think about anything except their own selfish desires. They will make fun of you

John 9:39

Jesus told him, “I came to judge the people of this world. I am here to give sight to the blind and to make blind everyone who can see.”

Zechariah 11:17

You worthless shepherd, deserting the sheep! I hope a sword will cripple your arm and blind your right eye.

Zechariah 11:15

Next, the Lord said to me, “Act like a shepherd again—this time a worthless shepherd.

Isaiah 44:18

Those who worship idols are stupid and blind!

Isaiah 41:28

None of these idols are able to give advice or answer questions.

Isaiah 29:14

So once again I will do things that shock and amaze them, and I will destroy the wisdom of those who claim to know and understand.”

Isaiah 26:11

Your hand is raised and ready to punish them, but they don't see it. Put them to shame! Show how much you care for us and throw them into the fire intended for your enemies.

Luke 20:6

And we can't say it was merely some human who gave John the right to baptize. The crowd will stone us to death, because they think John was a prophet.”

Luke 20:8

Jesus replied, “Then I won't tell you who gave me the right to do what I do.”