From Eden to the Kingdom

King of Nature

From Mark 4:35-41 we find the doubting disciples and the divine Messiah.

The Lamp, the Seed, and The Tree

From Mark 4:21-34 we see that the Gospel should never be hidden, that it will do a complete work, and that it will provide unexpected results.

Family and the Kingdom

From Mark 3:31-35 we see that the kingdom of God is not defined by your heritage, but by your heart.

Blasphemy and the Kingdom

From Mark 3:22-30, we see the binding of Satan and the blasphemy of the Spirit.

The Chosen of the Kingdom

From Mark 3:7-21 we see the frantic crowd, the fearful demons, the faithless family, and the favored disciples.

The Conflict of Sabbath, Part 2

From Mark 3:1-6 we find the Meaning of Rest and the Major Offense.

The Conflict of Sabbath, Part 1

From Mark 2:23-28 we see the priority of the Sabbath and the primacy of Christ.

The Conflict of Ritual

From Mark 2:18-22, we find that the kingdom of God is not known by its form, but by its Spirit.

The Conflict of Discipleship

From Mark 2:13-17, we find the calling to sinners and the conflict of the self-righteous.

The Conflict of Healing

From Mark 2:1-12, we see that Jesus faced conflict over his healing but proved himself to be the true Son of God by forgiving sins and bringing healing.