Cleansing God's House of Prayer - Nathan Rages

 

Luke 19:45-48 records Jesus cleaning the Temple a few days before His crucifixion.  In these verses our Lord did these three things:
1. He cleansed the area (v45).
     With surprising violence.  
     With supernatural authority.
2. He explained His actions (v46).
     Using Scripture.
     Emphasizing prayer in public worship.
     Condemning exploitation of worshippers.    
3. He taught the people (v47-48). 
     With gripping power.  
     Frustrating His enemies.