Mark 11:33
This is simply one of the most hilarious verses in Scripture! It brings a smile to my face every time I read it. Unfortunately, we often miss the hilarity.
Look very closely at what the leaders say to Jesus here. In the Greek we can see that they didn’t just say they couldn’t tell, but that they didn’t know. Really? They could play chess all day long, but tieing thier shoe laces was a different matter indeed! The truth was right before them, but they would have none of it.
Jesus answers their ignorance by declining to answer their question. As he explained to Nicodemus on another occasion, ignorance of the basics will prevent more learning. He would not give more truth to those who failed to accept what he had given them.
Heavenly Father, help us to see that you have set your truth before us. We may have it and it is good for us. Help us to understand and know that you are ready to teach us if we are ready to learn. Thank you! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise you, Amen.