Mark - A King's Ransom | Honourable Authority | 8 March 2026 | 10am

In this sermon, Robin Kinstead explores Mark 12 alongside Psalm 118, focusing on the theme of honouring authority under God. He explains how Jesus confronts the religious leaders who question his authority, using parables and teaching to reveal their rejection of God’s servants and ultimately God’s Son. The message highlights that while earthly authorities—such as governments—are to be respected and honoured, they are secondary to God’s ultimate authority. Robin emphasises that believers are called to live faithfully under both, recognising that they bear God’s image and belong to him, even when following Jesus leads to rejection or hardship. Questions to Think About How do you recognise and respond to God-given authority in your life? What does Jesus’ response about paying taxes teach about balancing earthly and spiritual responsibilities? In what ways might you be tempted to question or reject God’s authority? How can you remain faithful when following Jesus leads to opposition or difficulty? What does it mean to give to God what is God’s in your daily life? Three Things to Take Away God’s authority is ultimate, and all other authority exists under him. Christians are called to honour earthly authorities while remaining loyal to God first. Following Jesus may involve rejection or hardship, but it is part of living faithfully under his rule.