Daily Devotions: Never Answer Dishonest People - March 1, 2026

Mark 11:27–33 (NLT) After Jesus cleansed the temple, the religious leaders confronted Him and demanded, “By what authority are You doing these things?” Jesus responded with a question of His own about John the Baptist’s authority. They refused to answer honestly because they feared the people and wanted to protect themselves. When they said, “We don’t know,” Jesus replied, “Then I won’t tell you by what authority I do these things.” Jesus did not submit Himself to dishonest accountability. These leaders were corrupt. They had turned the temple into a place of exploitation, yet they wanted to challenge Jesus and demand explanations from Him. Jesus exposed their dishonesty first. When they refused to be truthful, He refused to answer. This teaches us an important lesson for life. Accountability is good, but only when it comes from honest people. Do not allow corrupt or dishonest people to sit in judgment over you. Let people of integrity hold you accountable, people who are willing to answer hard questions themselves. Honest accountability brings growth. Dishonest accountability brings control. Jesus shows us the difference. ---- Discover fundamental truths and the power of Scripture with Pastor David E. Sumrall on Daily Devotions. Pastor Sumrall serves as the Undershepherd of the Cathedral of Praise, a Christian church dedicated to Jesus and His Word, with campuses across Metro Manila and branches around the world.   Don’t forget to like, subscribe to Cathedral of Praise TV https://www.youtube.com/c/cathedralofpraiseTV/?sub_confirmation=1,and hit the bell icon 🔔 to stay updated. Pastor David Sumrall and Sister Beverley Sumrall serve as the undershepherds of Cathedral of Praise—a Christian church dedicated to Jesus and His Word, with campuses across Metro Manila and branches worldwide. Learn more about Pastor David Sumrall: https://linktr.ee/davidsumrall Subscribe to Sister Beverley Sumrall’s Podcast: https://cathedralofpraisemanila.com.ph/podcasts/praise-moments/ Know more about Cathedral of Praise: https://linktr.ee/cathedralofpraise Listen to Bible Radio: https://linktr.ee/bible.radio Check out our music: https://linktr.ee/cathedralofpraisemusic Join the Daily Manna Feeding Program: https://www.facebook.com/COPDailyManna © 2025 Cathedral of Praise. All rights reserved. This video and its content are the property of Cathedral of Praise. Sharing is permitted only by linking to the original source. Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification, or distribution is strictly prohibited.