Bible Study

Mark 8:17-21 What Aggravated God? Have you ever noticed this text? It seems that Jesus was frustrated, perhaps even aggravated. What makes me think that? Several things: 1. The number of questions asked. I counted nine questionsright in a roll. 2. They came rapid fire, one right after another. 3. They were about the same … Continue reading “Mark 8:17-21 – What Aggravated God? – Bible study”

Mark 8:27-33 Thats Different There has never been another who was as consistent as Jesus. Jesus is God and God never changes. Mal 3:6 For I am the LORD, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed. But while God does not change, the way He deals with man does and though … Continue reading “Mark 8:27-33 – That’s Different – Bible study”

Mark 8:31-38 Are You Getting It? Jesus is teaching His disciples about His death. We all understand that this was not what they wanted to hear, especially as Jesus gets into some of the specifics. I imagine that the Scripture only giving a summary of what Jesus actually stated. 1. He indicates where they are … Continue reading “Mark 8:31-38 – Are You Getting It? – Bible study”

Mark 8:34-38 Make Me A Disciple Each of the four gospels has a different emphasis. Matthew portrays Christ as the Jewish King, emphasis on OT Scripture. Luke portrays Christ as a Man, emphasis on His humanity. John portrays Christ as the Son of God, emphasis on His deity. Mark portrays Christ as Mans Servant, emphasis … Continue reading “Mark 8:34-38 – Make Me a Disciple – Bible study”

Mark 9:1-10 Heaven Came Down The title of the message is a title to a popular Christian hymn by John Peterson. We do not sing it here because it is not in our hymn book, but it describes what salvation is to the believer. It is heaven coming down to us and the glory of … Continue reading “Mark 9:1-10 – Heaven Came Down – Bible study”

Mark 9:14-29 The Power to Fix Problems The background for this miracle is a cluster of problems. Christ is just coming off the mountain from His transfiguration; and before He gets down good, He is confronted with problems – not His, but others. NOTE: Problems can come at any time, but watch especially after those … Continue reading “Mark 9:14-29 – The Power to Fix Problems – Bible study”

Mark 9:14-27 Dads Duties There are several texts that I find myself during to regularly. When I think of fathers, I turn to this text because it so clearly illustrates the role of a father. A father, like everyone else, has many hats. As we celebrate Fathers Day today, lets consider that topic. I. The … Continue reading “Mark 9:14-27 – Dad’s Duties – Bible study”

Mark 10:17-22 The Last Thing I draw your attention to \#21\. ONE THING THOU LACKEST. That was Jesus way of saying, "The last thing." Lets think this thing through. 1. Jesus and the rich young man were speaking of salvation \#17\. a. This man is lost. b. It is his soul that was being discussed. … Continue reading “Mark 10:17-22 – The Last Thing – Bible study”

Mark 10:46-52 Stubborn Faith Stubbornness is not normally considered a good quality; but when you are stubborn about godly things, it is. The Bible terms for it is STEADFAST. Christians, we see that we need to be stubborn about some things for God. I. The Wise Blind Man A. Here was a man with a … Continue reading “Mark 10:46-52 – Stubborn Faith – Bible study”

Mark 11:22-24 From Him Anyone who has lost a loved one would naturally have a desire to speak with them. The world is certainly changing and it is not for the good. What would Jesus tell us if He could stand before us today? While Jesus will not be standing before us, I think we … Continue reading “Mark 11:22-24 – From Him – Bible study”