Jesus is leaving the Temple in Jerusalem where He had been teaching. One of the disciples, overwhelmed by the temple’s beauty said to Jesus, “Teacher, behold what wonderful stones and what wonderful buildings!” (v. 1). But instead of agreeing, Jesus tells him that this magnificent structure would instead be completely destroyed. …
Shamar, Take Heed! – Mark 13Read More »
Shamar, Take Heed! – Mark 13 Read More »
When the storms of life rage around us, we wonder where God is. How could He allow the wind to howl and the waves to crash? We cry out, “Don’t you care that we are perishing?” The truth is that of course He cares. And even if He sends a storm straight our way, we can trust that He will see us safely through it. …
Don’t You Care That We Are Perishing? – Mark 4-5 Read More »
In chapters 2 and 3 of the book of Revelation, Jesus gives messages to the seven churches located in what is now the country of Turkey. In each case, the teaching of the Lord is clear; Repent, Believe, and Endure. A teaching Jesus means for each of us as well. …
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When reading chapter 8, what stuck with me was Mark’s account of Jesus feeding the thousands. He describes a large crowd who has gathered to witness miracles, seek healing, and hear the teaching of Jesus. These people had been there for three days and were without food. Knowing that some would not make the return journey home without fainting, Jesus shows compassion on them by multiplying the few loaves of bread and fishes and feeds them all. (As a side note did you know that bread being a carbohydrate gives us energy, while fish being a protein gives us endurance? A perfect analogy of the Word of God!) …
The Bread of Life – (Mark 8) Read More »