How can the Messiah be both? How does this parable develop what has already been happening in Mark 11:1225? Mark says that Jesus saw the people like sheep without a shepherd (Mark 6:34). An event in the life of Jesus Christ in which his physical appearance was transfigured, that is, changed to reflect his heavenly glory. By faith in Jesus and his work on our behalf, we are restored to God and enter into Gods kingdom. What is their reaction? He ruled firmly and at times ruthlessly, and was a master builder who not only restored the temple in Jerusalem but also built many theaters, cities, palaces, and fortresses. Take a moment now to ask for the Lords blessing and help as you engage in this study of Mark. In Mark 2:9, in response to the scribes protests at Jesus claim to forgive sins, Jesus asks which is easierto tell the paralytic that his sins are forgiven, or to tell him to rise and walk? She is a foreigner, a woman, and the mother of a child possessed by a demon (Mark 7:24 30). No parading. He was re-creating. What does this teach us about who Jesus is and what he came to do? 4:1718; on the age to come see also Eph. / Jesus is indeed the long-awaited son of David, the king, who leads his people to true freedomfreedom not from Rome but from sin and death. His views in this book were narrow and lacked nuance. What is the central point Jesus is making in this passage? With conservative teachings on the roles of men and women in particular, Driscoll is well known for being a loud voice in many hot-button issue debates. This temple was later destroyed by the Babylonians, rebuilt, and then destroyed again by the Romans. What light might these Old Testament texts shed on who Jesus is and what he has come to do (note also John 10:11)? Whether someone worships all, or any, of them is irrelevant. Yes, we talk about our work, but only in the context of how grateful we are for the gift our work is and what the Lord is accomplishing through it. SON OF MAN. In Marks focus on Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament expectations, we see the grace of God in his commitment to keep his promises to his people, despite their waywardness. It is the heart, not externally managed sacrifices, that is precious to God. Faith is more than a composite of books, podcasts, YouTube teachings, quippy Instagram quotes, and other information about Jesus (although these can be helpful). Mark 10:24). In essence, they are asking what grounds for divorce can be legitimately acted upon while remaining in Gods good favor. As you glance over Mark 13:437, what do you think might be the central point Jesus wants to get across? Read through the complete passage for this study, Mark 8:279:50. HEAVEN. When Jesus laments being forsaken by God, we see the reason that we are never forsaken by God (note Josh. Throughout, we see in Mark that Jesus is bringing the entire Old Testament to decisive fulfillmentas Jesus says in Mark 1:15, The time is fulfilled. Jesus is the one who, through his death and resurrection, is leading Gods people to their true restoration, their final exodus, their needed liberation. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners (Mark 2:17). A further challenge to Jesus authority comes in Mark 2:1822, as the people ask why Jesus and his disciples do not fast. Putting both halves together, the Gospel of Mark shows us that in Jesus, God has provided redemption for his people. How do these passages illuminate what is happening in Mark 11:111? : Your Bible may have in brackets what is known as the Longer Ending of Mark (Mark 16:920). But for the sake of the elect, whom he chose . So are second chances. Take a moment now to ask for the Lords blessing and help as you continue in this study of Mark. This picks up a theme that travels through the Old Testament: Moses spent 40 days on barren Mount Sinai (Ex. How does the womans response indicate humility and persistence? How might we relate this healing ministry to the events of Genesis 13? Deep truth so relevant for this moment in history. John Mark Comer is Pastor for Teaching & Vision at Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon. For Jesus was accused and condemned on our behalf. When spelled with an initial capital letter, Law refers to the first five books of the Bible. Loved this book. 5:17; Luke 24:44), or, more generally, to those who spoke to Gods people on behalf of God throughout the OT between the time of Moses and the close of the OT. Jesus healing ministry in Mark 1:29 34 shows us his great compassion. SALVATION. On a deeper level, however, it is in fact harder to proclaim forgiveness of sins, because only God can do thatas the scribes rightly understand. He is an avid runner and has completed twenty-three marathons. 1:5; Heb. 8:32). With these words Jesus gave his disciples the secret key to true greatness. Circa 2000 evangelical churches began exposing their Young Adult and Youth Groups to alternative services e.g. He serves as the executive chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup that has built the worlds largest library of 360 experiences of hotels, restaurants, and attractions. Note the personal implications for your walk with the Lord regarding (1) the Gospel Glimpses, (2) the Whole-Bible Connections, (3) the Theological Soundings, and (4) this passage as a whole. Outside of committee, Mark advances his legislative priorities through his work on House Caucuses, including the Congressional Progressive Caucus, the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, and the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition, where he serves as Co-Chair of the Climate Jobs Task Force.Representing the East Bay which has both transportation challenges and potential, Mark has made reducing congestion, easing commutes, and improving quality of life a top priority since coming to Congress and has successfully passed legislation to increase investment in transportation research and planning, improve public transit, and make our nations aviation system safer. Here Daniel has a vision of one like a son of man being presented to the Ancient of Days, God (Dan. The councils and synagogues are Jewish locales. We who often feel the voice of accusation within do, in ourselves, deserve such condemnation. The abomination of desolation standing where he ought not to be (Mark 13:14) probably refers to Rome coming in AD 70 and destroying the templea place Gentiles were not to enter. Therefore, the churches of our federation unite with other like-minded churches. In Mark 3:1318 Jesus calls the twelve disciples. Because of his obedient sonship, God is pleased to adopt into his own family those who are united to the Son by faith (Rom. Where else have we heard such an account? IDOLATRY. 19:9, 16; 24:1518), descends in a cloud when Moses enters the tent to speak with him (Ex. The coming of a cloud, and its representing the presence and glory of God, shows up at important points throughout the Bible, especially in the book of Exodus. Jesus then goes on to heal the man, confirming by the healing that he is able to do what he says, not only in healing but also in forgiving. The Bibles first spiritual battle began with an insinuating question, Did God reallysay ? (Genesis 3:1). One day, in the new earth, the nations will walk in the light of the Lamb, whose bright shining eliminates the need for the sun (Rev. Many scholars believe Mark introduces Jesus as bringing about a new exodus for the people of God, similar to the liberation from Egypt in the book of Exodus. (source). SO GOOD! As the remainder of Marks Gospel goes on to show, however, this prayer was not granted. 7:1314; Psalm 2). This is the heart of Jesus. Knowing that Mark views Jesus coming as the fulfillment of Old Testament expectations, what might be the significance of Jesus choosing twelve men? Repentance and faith (faith is the noun form of the Greek word translated believe) are the two basic motions on the part of the believer in receiving Christian salvation. God keeps his promises. Against this backdrop I now leave you with the following: Chris Rosebrough of Fighting for the Faith refutes John Mark Comers Polytheism. Jesus is this coming king. The young man thought keeping the commandments was the key to entering the kingdom, while Peter thought sacrifice was the key. Here we see Jesus continuing to strip away any sense of externally leveraged behavior management as determining our cleanliness before God. Throughout the Bible the cloud signifies Gods glory-filled presence, and in the transfiguration Jesus appears below a cloud because he is the climactic display of the glory of God (cf. Was Jesus mistaken about the timing of his return? It is not what goes into us, but what comes out of us, that is defiling. 10:17) or as here, the supreme ecclesiastical court in Jerusalem (Matt. The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics helps Christians show unbelievers the truth, goodness, and beauty of the gospel as the only hope that fulfills our deepest longings. Please make sure all fields are filled out. For believers, the judgment Jesus experienced on the cross is the judgment they deserve; it is what they would have experienced in the final judgment had they not repented and believed. And he shall stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the Lord (Mic. My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? (Mark 15:34). We can be assured that all our prayers are heard because Jesus had a prayer to which God said no. Its punchy, engaging, deep and cuts to the heart of things. . Congressman DeSaulniers office has twice earned recognition from the non-partisan Congressional Management Foundation for remarkable constituent service, receiving a Democracy Award for Transparency, Accountability, and Innovation in 2019. In Mark 4:3541 Jesus calms a storm. According to Jesus, hell is a place of unquenchable torment, a fire that is not quenched. Though it is difficult to swallow and almost too horrible to think about, the awful reality awaiting those who reject Gods free offer of salvation is eternal, unending torment under the wrath of God. His people were then instructed likewise to rest on the seventh day. And we are all ignorant of the precise time he will return. Throughout Mark 13, Jesus emphasizes three things about future events. During the course of Jesus transfiguration, as he stood with Moses and Elijah, a cloud overshadowed them, and a voice came out of the cloud (Mark 9:7). While there are distinctions of persons within the one Godhead, Jesus Christ is as much God as God the Father and God the Holy Spirit. They ask which of seven brothers will have as his wife in heaven the one woman they were all legally married to at different times on earth. The answer ultimately provided by Marks Gospel is: Jesus, the one righteous person, allowed himself on the cross to be treated as a sinner, so that sinners could be treated as righteous as they place their faith in him. using the warped and toxic teachings of the dubious duo of the EC, Doug Pagitt and his cohort Tony Jones. Mark recounts how Jesus preaches and teaches, and also how Jesus has authority over demons and sickness. Three times in Mark 13 Jesus refers to the elect, or the chosen ones (Mark 13:20, 22, 27). SUFFERING AND DIVINE SOVEREIGNTY. The same holds true when God calls men and women to be his disciples today (see 1 Cor. Along the way, we see a hope for a restored garden in which God will once more dwell in happy fellowship with his people (Isa. Also called the ten words, these are the commands God gave to Moses on two stone tablets on Mount Sinai. READ MORE 2023 United Reformed Churches in North America All Rights Reserved Skip to Main Content. One of Israels failures was the failure to bless the nations (see Jer. All rights reserved. A 12-week Practical Study Series on the Book of Mark. 5:21). And so we work insanely hard to achieve this peace and to prove to the world we arent a chump. I'm the founding pastor of Bridgetown Church, right in the center of the city (by Powell's Books if you've ever been to Portland). When the NT refers to the prophets, it is referring either to a specific group of OT books (e.g., Matt. The Syrophoenician woman, at first glance, could not have been a more unlikely candidate for receiving blessing from Jesus. Having called the first four disciples, Jesus begins his ministry. 21:9 17). 7:16), and rest from all Israels enemies (2 Sam. My growing passion is the intersection of spiritual formation and post-Christian culture. Which is easier? Consider what Pilate asks Jesus (Mark 15:2), who it is who accuses Jesus (Mark 15:3), and whom Pilate releases (Mark 15:15). . As John Calvin said, Jesus remained silent before Pilate so that ever after he might speak for us.. 17:2224; Dan. . Ensure that your theological stances (especially on flashpoint issues: justice, gender roles, race) arent rooted only in your tribal preferences, but in the Word of God. He also helped Paul, Barnabas, and Peter in building and strengthening the early Christian church. Eden was, in other words, the first temple. And now the end has drawn near. How is Jesus both similar to and different from these other servants? He directs all things to carry out his purposes (Rom. John had faithfully heralded the coming of Jesus, not seeking glory for himself (John 3:30). And I bet you are, too. HELL. CHRISTOLOGY. . . 5:32; Rev. 1:4). Carson. We see here all three persons of the TrinityFather, Son, and Spirit. For me, Sabbath was just an ancient word for a day of the week, not something to actually practice. Twice in Jesus trial, once before the Jewish council (Mark 14:61) and once before Pilate (Mark 15:5), Jesus remained silent before his accusersfalse accusers. Through his life and teaching, but especially through his death and resurrection, Jesus fulfills all the Old Testament hopes and promises, bringing in the long expected new age. No ostentation. Thus the Christ has already come once, decisively inaugurating the new world longed for in the OT, and the Christ will come again, bringing to full and final fulfillment the redemption of the cosmos and the eradication of all sin and suffering. He did 6-7 episodes of interviews with people he referenced in his newest book, Live No Lies. Upon returning from their apostolic ministry, the twelve disciples are exhausted. His people were then instructed likewise to rest on the seventh day. To both parties Jesus asks, What do you want me to do for you? (Mark 10:36, 51), yet while James and John request glory, Bartimaeus requests mercy. See also Sabbath under the Whole-Bible Connections section of this unit. We have been twisting Gods gift of food ever since. 5:2532). All our resources have been developed, tested, and refined in real local communities. John Marks teaching usually leads me here, to the face of Jesus. The annual festival of Passover commemorates Gods final plague upon the Egyptians, resulting in Israels release from Egypt. We see here all three persons of the TrinityFather, Son, and Spirit. Read through the complete passage for this study, Mark 3:136:6. When you lease any property, it can give the appearance of something owned. 2:8; the same Greek word translated Gentiles here and elsewhere is used for nations in Mark 13:10). A sixth-generation Floridian, Jordan lives in Tampa with his wife and their three young daughters. (For further background, see the ESV Study Bible, pages 1889 1892, available online at, We rejoice with you as you finish studying the book of Mark! Specifically, the Lords Supper is the churchs way of regularly remembering and rejoicing in Jesus sacrificial death on our behalf (Mark 14:2225; also Matt. Read through the complete passage for this study, Mark 11:112:44. This opening passage of Mark sets the stage for the rest of the Gospel. The Sabbath was made for man. [1] [2] TGC describe their mission as being "deeply committed to renewing our faith in the gospel of Christ and to reforming our ministry practices to conform fully to the Scriptures.". Another option is that this is a prediction with multiple fulfillments. 13:7 in Mark 14:27), how does the whole passage in Zechariah shed light on broader events in Marks Gospel? At first glance Jesus statement in Mark 9:40the one who is not against us is for usseems to contradict Jesus statement in Matthew 12:30Whoever is not with me is against me. How do these two statements cohere? Why a cloud? No, its a war we feel deep inside our own chests: we are at war with lies. This rest came to be identified with life in the Promised Land in the historical books of the Old Testament (Joshua2 Chronicles). The Gospel of Mark plays a unique and strategic role in the Christian Bible. 8:14 17; Heb. Though he dutifully kept most of the commandments, he had neglected the first commandmentthe prohibition of idolatry. In Mark 6:713, Jesus sends out the twelve, as anticipated in Mark 3:1415. Peterbut Jesus addresses Peter as Satan. Speaking on three enemies that sabotage our peace (devil, flesh, world), Comer provides practical wisdom on how to fight back against these spiritual enemies. 7:13). Second, Jesus speaks of heaven to James and John, commenting that the seating at Jesus right and left is not his to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared (Mark 10:40). Here Daniel has a vision of one like a son of man being presented to the Ancient of Days, God (Dan. . To touch such uncleanness was defiling. A few excerpts from this sermon may be heard below: As is clear from the clip above, Comer states in no uncertain terms his belief that the pagan gods of the Old Testament were actual deities, albeit lesser ones than the Lord. John Mark Comer 25 books1,986 followers I am the director and teacher of Practicing the Way, founding pastor of Bridgetown Church and New York Times bestselling author of Live No Lies. What clues in the text lead us to this conclusion? While this is perplexing to read, it is also our great hope as believers. Note especially Mark 9:19 and Mark 9:23. Jesus clarifies here our understanding of the fallen human condition. Read through the complete passage for this study, Mark 3:136:6. 21:2). Mark 1 taps into this whole-Bible theme. Another layer of meaning, however, connects the title Son of God in Mark 1:1 with a whole-Bible trajectory. In Mark 10 we see Jesus upending our intuitive assumptions about discipleship in four areas in particular: marriage, entrance into the kingdom, the Messiahs role, and personal significance. I'm also the author of six books: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, God has a Name, Garden City, Loveology, My Name is Hope, and my newest: Live No Lies which is now a New York Times Best Seller. In Mark 68 Jesus again demonstrates his authority and warns his disciples against hard hearts. . In light of the importance of the temple to Mark, which we have traced throughout our study of this Gospel, reflect on the significance of the destruction of the temple. Take time to reflect on the implications of Mark 15:1616:8 for your own life today. Ministering to Wounded and Straying Sheep in a Pandemic. How does the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness by Satan reinforce the connection between Jesus and other Old Testament servants of God? Instead, Comer writes, spiritual warfare consists of deceitful ideas that play to disordered desires that are normalized in a sinful society. The devil (deceitful ideas), the flesh (disordered desires), and the world (sinful society) are the unholy trinity that wars against our souls, and lies are the primary point of attack.Spiritual warfare begins, then, with truth encounters.Isnt that what we see in Genesis 3? While the kingdom of God is outwardly unimpressive, the nations are gradually being gathered into it, and one day this kingdom will be unmistakably triumphant. 27:16 17; Jer. Where the heart is receptive and welcoming to this message in a persevering way, this word bears fruit all out of proportion to what might be expected. Salvation, which is purely a work of Gods grace, can be received only through faith in Jesus Christ (Rom. . be proclaimed to all nations (Mark 13:10). The National Christian Foundation of North Texas was formed in 2008 with the mission to serve and encourage givers to grow as faithful stewards who excel in giving to further the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Grace fuels obedience. Someone who speaks authoritatively for God. What we learn of sin here is that sin manifests itself in two ways: sinful real unrighteousness (the tax collectors and sinners) and sinful bogus righteousness (the scribes and Pharisees). THE CLOUD OF GLORY. The angels of heaven do not marry; neither will believers. Were satisfied. Mark 14 bristles with connections to the Passover event that is recorded in the book of Exodus. I live in one of the most secular, post-Christian cities in our nation, and the longer Im here, the more convinced I become that hes right: hurry is the issue under all the other issues. When Democrats held a majority prior to the 118th Congress, Mark was also a member of the influential House Committee on Rules, where he had the opportunity to weigh in on major pieces of legislation before they were brought to the House Floor. Read through the complete passage for this study, Mark 15:1616:8. . We believe the church possesses a spiritual unity in Christ and in the Holy Scriptures. You can use our video sessions or take our notes and make it your own. So its clear John Mark Comer is a polytheist; and, as a matter of fact, Comer even teaches in this same sermon that the LORD God Almightythe one true and living Godof the Bibleactually created these lesser deities. We can be assured that all our prayers are heard because Jesus had a prayer to which God said no. Make notes on the personal implications for your walk with the Lord regarding (1) the Gospel Glimpses, (2) the Whole-Bible Connections, (3) the Theological Soundings, and (4) this passage as a whole. Ultimately, Jesus is the light of the world (John 8:12; 9:5; cf. The widow, on the other hand, had nothing in herself to commend her to God, and she knew it. Jesus, however, declared all foods clean (Mark 7:19), uprooting the overscrupulous dietary regulation that had come to overshadow more important issues of the heart, where true cleanliness is determinedand which was the point of the law all along. Each of Jesus major predictions of his death and resurrection (Mark 8:31; 9:30 32; 10:3234) is followed by instruction in discipleship (Mark 8:3238; 9:3537; 10:3545). They're best practiced in conjunction with . Other sites affiliated with particular URCNA churches or church officers do not necessarily represent the views of the URCNA.". He's also the author of My Name Is Hope, Loveology, and Garden City. Jesus public ministry is drawing to a close. Read Mark 10:152 and consider the following questions. Why not? And perhaps most significantly, temporarily suspending any productive conversation. Three names appear in the New Testament for this early Christian: John Mark, his Jewish and Roman names; Mark; and John. The Bible teaches that in Jesus death on the cross, he suffered the penalty for all the sins of his people as their substitute. Our founder, John Mark Comer, has been pastoring for over two decades. Jesus hereby accomplished the purpose of the temple: he restored fellowship between people and God. Our church is built around the very simple idea of practicing the way of Jesus, together, in Portland. How does the death of John the Baptist in Mark 6:1429 cast an ominous shadow on Jesus future? Comer defines the world as a system of ideas, values, morals, practices, and social norms that are integrated into the mainstream and institutionalized in a culture corrupted by the twin sins of rebellion against God and the redefinition of good and evil.As the poet William Butler Yeats so aptly described contemporary society:The best lack all conviction, while the worstAre full of passionate intensity.According to Comer, fighting the world requires the spiritual discipline of gathering with your church. Church is the place where truth and rightly ordered desires form a counter anti-culture that has the potential to not only survive but also flourish as a creative minority, loving the host culture from the margins.At least thats the way its supposed to be. This healing ministry to the Ancient of Days, God ( note Josh that all resources!, in Portland word for a day of the Lord ( Mic any property, it is also great... 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