Mark 3:22- “The scribes who came down from Jerusalem were saying, “He is possessed by Beelzebul (Satan),” and “He is driving out the demons by the [power of the] ruler of the demons.” AMP Jesus came to preach the good news of the kingdom, God’s rule, and His authority. As He moves forth in ministry, He startsContinue reading “The Attacks Begin!”
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Portraying the Savior!
Mark 3:13-15- “And He went up on the mountain and called to Him those He Himself wanted. And they came to Him. Then He appointed twelve, that they might be with Him and that He might send them out to preach, and to have power to heal sicknesses and to cast out demons.” NKJV Jesus has created quite aContinue reading “Portraying the Savior!”
Not Reason Enough!
Mark 3: 1-2 “And He entered the synagogue again, and a man was there who had a withered hand. So they watched Him closely, whether He would heal him on the Sabbath, so that they might accuse Him.” We’re closing chapter 2 of the book of Mark and beginning chapter 3. It is the Sabbath. Continue reading “Not Reason Enough!”
Things Are Changing!
Mark 2:16 – “And when the scribes and Pharisees saw Him eating with the tax collectors and sinners, they said to His disciples, “How is it that He eats and drinks with tax collectors and sinners?” NKJV You don’t have to look far to see the changes in our society. Since COVID-19 sneaked upon us in 2020, everythingContinue reading “Things Are Changing!”
Anything Can Happen!
Mark 2:1-3- And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, not even near the door. And He preached the word to them. Then they came to Him, bringing a paralytic who was carried by four men.” NKJV I’m excited aboutContinue reading “Anything Can Happen!”
Authority in the Kingdom!
Mark 1:21-22- “ Then they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath He entered the synagogue and taught. And they were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes.” NKJV Mark has shared a lot with his readers thus far about Jesus in just a few verses. JesusContinue reading “Authority in the Kingdom!”
The Reign of God!
Mark 1:14-15- “Now after John was put in prison, Jesus came to Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.” NKJV Mark not only uses words like “immediately” and “straightway”, he seems to write in a hurry, getting straight toContinue reading “The Reign of God!”
Jesus, Our Example!
Mark 1:9 – “It came to pass in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan” NKJV Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God! I may repeat that frequently, but it’s important for us to know and declare that He was no ordinary man. He was bothContinue reading “Jesus, Our Example!”
The Starting Point!
Mark 1: 1 – “The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” NKJV As we begin our study in the book of Mark, I believe it will be helpful to look at the author of the book. Since traditionally the author of this book is John Mark, then that is how we willContinue reading “The Starting Point!”
Being Christlike!
Romans 12:9- “Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good.” NKJV Paul is strategic in his thinking. He appears to be rambling, but as he is led by God’s Spirit, he addresses an issue, then a counter-issue, all without losing focus. He started this portion of his letter that we call chapter 12,Continue reading “Being Christlike!”
Wonderful Jesus! 