When Jesus says, “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s” (Mark 12:17), He points beyond taxes to a deeper truth. The coin bears Caesar’s image, so give it to him. But what bears God’s image? You do. Created to reflect His glory, your entire life—every thought,…

In Mark 12:13–17, Jesus faces a cunning trap: “Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar or not?” The Pharisees and Herodians, unlikely allies, aim to ensnare Him. Say yes, and He loses credibility as Israel’s Messiah. Say no, and He risks Roman execution. Yet, Jesus’ response—“Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and…