When Jesus spoke, people saw he had authority. But this was divisive and difficult, especially for religious people. In this passage, we see the final result of rejecting Jesus' kingly authority.


Outline

Jesus’ authority questioned (vv1-8)
Jesus’ authority rejected (vv9-15)
Christ’s crushing authority? (vv16-19)
Will you receive or reject Jesus? (1 Peter 2:4-6)