# The Origin and Integrity of Divine Authority - 30 May 2026

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Podcast: [Making Friends With The Lord Jesus](https://stenobird.com/podcast/making-friends-with-the-lord-jesus-7041390)
Published: 2026-05-29T01:57:04+00:00
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## Resource

The homily explores a reflection on divine authority, based on a passage from the Gospel of Mark in which religious leaders challenge Jesus’s right to teach. I emphasize that true authority originates from God rather than personal status, wealth, or human accomplishments. By examining the chief priests' insincerity, the text warns against using power for selfish manipulation or for personal ego. Listeners are encouraged to practice an examination of conscience to ensure they act as humble instruments of the Creator. Ultimately, I think that refusing to acknowledge objective truth leads to spiritual blindness, alienating individuals from their divine purpose.

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