John 8:32
Many people think they see Jesus clearly. But what if we only see fragments? In Mark 8:22-30, Jesus heals a blind man in stages, which reveals what's necessary to understand Him. And then Jesus asks a question that reveals whether we truly understand. Come and see for yourself.
Jesus miraculously provides bread again, and then warns his disciples about the “yeast” that blinds people to who he truly is. In the miracle Jesus reveals his compassion and power. But in the warning he reveals a heart problem that only he can fix.
The story of Herod and John the Baptist is one of the saddest moments in Mark. But not for the reasons you might expect. What was the opportunity placed before Herod? And why did he miss it? This passage invites us to consider how we respond to God’s word.
Since the Fall, the world has been tainted by evil and demonic forces. Sometimes, evil can seem overwhelming. In those moments, we may wonder what God is doing about evil and demonic forces. In Mark 5:1-20, we see Jesus' power and authority as He confronts evil, demonstrating God's mercy that transforms us and brings freedom.
How powerful is Jesus, really? And can he still be trusted when the storms of life threaten to sink you? In Mark 4:35-41, the disciples discover that the one who sleeps through the storm is also the one who commands it—and that knowing him changes how we face every fear.
Do you ever wonder why Christianity and the church can feel small, insignificant and hidden? If God is all-powerful, why isn’t His work in the world and in our lives more obvious? In Mark 4:21-34, Jesus uses parables to reveal how counterintuitive God’s kingdom is and how that enables us to live in joyful expectation.
How do you listen to God’s word? What kind of heart do you bring when you hear it? In the parable of the sower, Jesus shows that it’s possible to hear without really hearing—only those who accept his word and act on it bear lasting fruit. Do you have ears to hear?
Jesus transforms our understanding of the Sabbath. Far from being a burden of rules, the Sabbath points us to rest in Christ himself. As Lord of the Sabbath, Jesus liberates, deepens, and strengthens our joy in God’s good gift of rest and worship.
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