Mark’s recounting of the life of Jesus has a singular purpose – “repent and believe in the gospel” (1:15). As we reach the end of this book, Mark gives his final appeal to the reader in light of the resurrection… Read More
Choices, Part 2
Last week we saw the choices of the religious leaders, Pilate, and the Jewish people shape the events leading to the death of Christ. Today, we will continue this theme with a view of savoring the lengths to which Christ… Read More
Choices
Researches have reported that the average person makes 35,000 choices everyday. Choices start our day (when to get up) and end our day (when to go to sleep). Each and every decision carries a level of consequence in life. In… Read More
Deafening Silence
The story of Jesus’ life as told by Mark, is written so as to force the reader to make a decision about Jesus. Whether it’s an action of Jesus (e.g. miracle, teaching) or a reaction from Jesus (before false charges… Read More
How to be Happy
The longest teaching that Jesus gives begins with nine rapid-fire statements that display the galactic difference between a Godward life and world-centered living. The word, “blessed” provides the key to unlocking the what Jesus is teaching and it also reveals… Read More
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