Just because someone asks you a question doesn't mean you have to answer them. Many seek to entangle you in your words. They did this with Jesus. If He answered yes or no, it would get Him into trouble. In Matthew 22:15-22, He calls these people hypocrites.
The Sadducees didn't believe in the resurrection yet they asked Jesus a question pertaining to it. People will ask you questions to entrap you as well.
In Matthew 21:23, they asked Jesus by what authority He did these things. He answered them with another question. Was the baptism of John of men or of God? After consulting with each other, they refused to declare their position. Jesus then refused to answer their question.
Jesus answers:
1. First giving them the truth and let them draw their own conclusions.
2. After that, He goes for the direct approach.
Don't speak based on CRISIS, URGENCY, OR TRAUMA. (C.U.T.) There's a saying, "think before you speak," but scripture tells us to listen and say what you hear. (Luke 21:12-15)
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