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The Politics of Jesus Thy Kingdom Come Essential Church October 27, 2024 Summary - Jesus was asked a political question about paying taxes to Caesar, but he avoided taking a partisan stance. Jesus emphasized that the ultimate allegiance should be to God, not any earthly political authority. The transcript discusses the historical context of the Pharisees and Herodians, two opposing political factions in Jesus' time. The speaker cautions against making politics the primary focus, rather than the message of the gospel and a relationship with Jesus. The speaker argues that Jesus did not come with a political agenda, but to seek and save the lost. The speaker encourages the audience to avoid letting political divisions divide relationships and prevent sharing the gospel message. The speaker emphasizes that true hope and change come through a relationship with Jesus, not through political means. The speaker encourages the audience to focus on their primary calling as the church, which is to share the message of J