For I tell you this, you will never see me again until you say, ‘Blessings on the one who comes in the name of the Lord!

The teachers of religious law and the leading priests wanted to arrest Jesus immediately because they realized he was telling the story against them—

Watching for their opportunity, the leaders sent spies pretending to be honest men. They tried to get Jesus to say something that could be reported to the Roman governor so he would arrest Jesus. 

So they failed to trap him by what he said in front of the people. Instead, they were amazed by his answer, and they became silent.

The crowds gathered at the Temple early each morning to hear him.

Lord God my Father,

Thank you for your Truth and patience, protect me from improper thoughts, help me to keep my trust in you alone. Give me discernment over deceit and keep me in your Peace. May I seek you in all moments today.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen