In the Life of Christ There is something about Mark 1:29–34 that makes Jesus feel wonderfully near. He has just left the synagogue in Capernaum, where everyone has been astonished by His authority. He taught unlike the scribes. He commanded an unclean spirit, and it obeyed Him. Then Jesus walks out of that very publicContinue reading “The Savior Who Comes Into the Room”
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WHEN THE KING CALLS YOUR NAME
In the Life of Christ “Then Jesus said to them, ‘Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.’ They immediately left their nets and followed Him.” —Mark 1:17–18 There is a difference between receiving advice and hearing a command from someone who possesses rightful authority. Advice allows us to consider our options.Continue reading “WHEN THE KING CALLS YOUR NAME”
THE MESSAGE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING
In the Life of Christ “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” —Mark 1:15 When Jesus began preaching in Galilee, He did not offer people a collection of comforting thoughts or a program for modest self-improvement. He announced that God had acted decisively inContinue reading “THE MESSAGE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING”