Peace The message of the incarnation is a message of peace. Understanding Shalom and ειρηνη Jesus came to bring us peace.  (Luke 1:79; 2:14; Mark 5:34; Luke 7:50; 19:38, 42; John 14:27; Ephesians 2:17) Jesus died for us to live in peace.  (Romans 5:1; Colossians 1:20)  We are instructed to walk in peace.  (2 Peter […]

The message of the incarnation is a message of hope.

Mark 7:14-23 What makes you unclean?  (Mark 7:14-15) Further explanation (Mark 7:17-19) The purpose and fulfillment of the dietary laws (Matthew 5:17; Hebrews 8:6-13) Jesus is making all things new.  (Mark 2:22; Jeremiah 31:33; Isaiah 44:3; Ezekiel 11:19; Joel 2:28) The heart is what matters. (Mark 7:20-23; Jeremiah 17:9; Hosea 6:6; Amos 5:21-27)    How […]

Mark 7:1-13 Seeking Confrontation (Mark 7:1-2) The Tradition of the Elders (Mark 7:3-4) Accusation (Mark 7:5) Jesus goes on offense. (Mark 7:6-8) Example: Corban (Mark 7:9-13) Tradition Vs. Traditionalism Hypocrisy and Legalism   All We Need

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Mark 5:24b-34 Desperation (Mark 5:24b-26)   Hope (Mark 5:27-28)   Healing (Mark 5:29)   God and Man (Mark 5:30-32)   Fear and Trembling (Mark 5:33)   Jesus responds to her faith. (Mark 5:34)