Matthew 21:24

Free Bible Version

“I too will ask you a question,” Jesus replied. “If you give me the answer, I will tell you by what authority I do these things.

Cross References

Matthew 10:16

Look, I'm sending you out like sheep among wolves. So be as wise as serpents and harmless as doves.

Matthew 21:23

Jesus went into the Temple. The chief priests and the ruling elders of the people came to him while he was teaching and asked, “By what authority are you doing these things? Who gave you this authority?”

Matthew 21:25

Where did the baptism of John come from? Was it from heaven, or was it from human beings?” They argued with each other. “If we say ‘It was from heaven,’ then he'll ask us why we didn't believe him.

Luke 6:9

Then Jesus turned to them and said, “Let me ask you a question. Is it legal to do good on the Sabbath, or to do bad? To save life, or to destroy it?”

Colossians 4:6

Always be gracious when you speak. Make sure it's in good taste, and think about how best to answer everyone.