And the chief priests and the scribes sought to lay hands on Him in that same hour, and they were afraid; for they understood that He had spoken this parable against them.
Luke 20:19
The Jewish leaders were afraid that Christ might act upon what they saw as a very direct threat. And indeed, He had the kind of influence with the people that other men would have taken advantage of. But Jesus is, of course, not just a man.
Heavenly Father, You are so powerful that You could stop everything right now and it would all be over. But though I cannot fully understand, Your power and Your goodness are not disconnected within You. All of Your attributes work together and make You The Glorious One. Thank You for working in us to do Your good pleasure. In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.