Matthew 22:15-22
Jesus was confronted by the Pharisees about paying tribute money to Caesar. The idea was to trap Him. If He denied the tribute, they would get the Romans to come against Him. If He adhered to it, they would stir up the pride of the people. Most of Israel viewed the tribute as oppression and in defiance of their national pride. It was a reminder that they were a conquered people. Jesus' answer was awesome. "Who's image is on the money?". When they answered "Caesar's", He told them to give to Caesar that which was His. They could not respond
In a deeper look, the money was to be given to Caesar because it bore His image. When Jesus looks at us, do we bear the image of God so as to be seen a worthy offering?
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