The Sadducees approached Jesus with a question about marriage in the resurrection—not because they cared about truth, but because they didn’t believe in resurrection at all. Their worldview was limited to this age: what you see is what you get. Jesus responds by reminding them (and us) that this life isn’t the whole story. There is an age to come, and those who belong to God will be raised, transformed, and fully alive.

Then Jesus shifts the moment by asking His own question about the Messiah—showing from Scripture that He isn’t just David’s son, but David’s Lord. He’s revealing His identity as the Messiah they’ve been waiting for, even though the religious leaders refuse to see it. Their resistance is rooted in pride, power, and fear. And Jesus exposes the danger of looking spiritual on the outside while the heart is far from God.

Right after calling out their hypocrisy, Jesus notices a poor widow dropping in two tiny coins. While others give from abundance, she gives out of deep trust. Her gift is small, but her surrender is huge. She’s not performing. She’s not looking for attention. She’s simply trusting God with all she has.

Her example is the heartbeat of the whole passage: the kingdom of God isn’t about religious performance—it’s about trust, dependence, and going all in with Jesus. Being “worthy” of the resurrection isn’t about perfection. It’s about surrender. It’s letting go of the old life, laying down our need for control, and trusting Jesus with every part of who we are.

Reflection Questions

• What part of my old way of living am I still holding onto?
• When it comes to money, time, or energy—what do my patterns say about who I trust most?
• Where might I be more focused on appearing spiritual than actually following Jesus?
• What’s one step I could take this week that says, “Jesus, I’m all in”?

Prayer

God, thank You for reminding me that this life isn’t the end of the story. Thank You for being the Messiah who brings hope, resurrection, and purpose. Show me where I’m still clinging to my old way of living, and give me the courage to trust You more deeply. Heal any place in me touched by hypocrisy, and help me live with the humble, surrendered faith of the widow. Teach me to go all in—today and every day. Amen.