The Jewish leaders, the Sadducees, to whom Jesus spoke did not believe in resurrection or the power of God. They were sad, you see, because they really didn’t know Scripture. They were wrong in their beliefs and unwilling to acknowledge the power of God in Christ.

You are wrong, because you know neither the Scriptures nor the power of God.

Matthew 22:29

Jesus even quoted Exodus 3:6 to them when God appointed Moses rescuer of Israel: “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” God is not “God of the dead, but of the living.” (Matthew 22:32) They should have at least understood that His power was able. But they refused to accept it.

And so it is today! So many believe they know what the Word says, but they really haven’t taken the time to sit, study and reflect on the character of God and what He can work through them.

Do you reserve consistent time to read and meditate on Scripture? Intercede for this nation’s leaders, that they may know the true God and then know the wonder-working power He gives to those who believe. And know Him personally…willing to do whatever He desires of you.

Recommended Reading: Jeremiah 32:16-27