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Awakened to Deliver – The Final Days of Jesus’ Earthly Ministry, Day 2: Jesus Cleanses the Temple

Key Verse: Matthew 21:13 (NASB 2020) – “And He said to them, ‘It is written: My house will be called a house of prayer; but you are making it a den of robbers.’”

Episode Highlights

• Corruption in the Temple: Jesus confronts the injustice and greed taking place in the temple courts, where worship had been replaced by exploitation.

• Zeal for God’s House: His actions were not impulsive—they were intentional and righteous, fulfilling scripture and demonstrating God’s heart for holiness.

• The Welcome of the Broken: After cleansing the temple, Jesus immediately welcomed and healed the blind and the lame—those often ignored by the religious system.

• Religious Pride Exposed: The leaders were furious, but children and the humble praised Jesus. He affirmed their worship, showing that true faith often comes from unexpected places.

Scripture References

• Matthew 21:12–13 – Jesus drives out the money changers and calls out their corruption.

• Isaiah 56:7 – “My house will be called a house of prayer for all the peoples.”

• Jeremiah 7:11 – “Has this house…become a den of robbers in your sight?”

• Matthew 21:14 – The blind and lame come to Jesus in the temple and are healed.

• Matthew 21:15–16 – Children praise Jesus, and He affirms their worship using Psalm 8:2.

• John 2:17 – “Zeal for Your house will consume Me.”

• 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 – Our bodies are now temples of the Holy Spirit.

• John 4:23–24 – True worshipers worship in spirit and truth.

Reflection Questions

1. Is there anything in my life or heart that Jesus needs to cleanse so I can worship Him fully?
2. Have I allowed distractions, selfishness, or sin to take the place of prayer and devotion?
3. Am I making space for the hurting and broken in my life, church, or ministry like Jesus did?

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Music Credits

• “Paphos” by Mountaineer

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Call to Action

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