One of the central themes of Mark's gospel is the unbelief of people who come into contact with God's servant.
The gospel reading focuses on two healings - one Jesus actively carries out, while the other is seemingly taken from Him. There is much to discover from these intertwined healings…
Our scripture passage proves that Jesus gives freedom from fear. In this account are two questions that deal with freedom from fear.
When you consider the importance of the family in Jewish society, you can imagine how radical Christ's words must have sounded. The Israelites expected Him to bring back Israel's lost…
In this early section of Mark, we see Jesus showing God’s intent for the Sabbath as it pertains to those in need. As a result, He is met with resistance…
A member of the Jewish Sanhedrin visited Jesus at night. Jesus used their ensuing conversation to present some of the most significant teaching in all the gospels.
We may never fully understand all that happened on the day of Pentecost when the Church was born, but we should seek to understand it, respond to it, and let…
Like Mary, mothers ponder events throughout their children's lives. The experience of becoming a mother often awakens many God-planted ideas; these then are fertilized by the emotions which spring from…
Christ had spoken about peace in chapter 14:27; now He mentions love and joy. Love, joy, and peace are the first three of the fruits of God's Spirit. Our abiding…