"If anyone causes one of these little ones--those who believe in me--to stumble, it would be better for them if a large millstone were hung around their neck and they were thrown into the sea." Mark 9:42 As Jesus and the disciples were walking along the disciples started arguing about who was first. Jesus points... Continue Reading →
Mark 9:23 If He Can
"If you can? said Jesus. Everything is possible for one who believes." Mark 9:23 There was a family who had a son that was possessed. The demons would throw the boy into a convulsion and often throwing him into fire or water. The teachers of the Law and the disciples were unable to do anything... Continue Reading →
Mark 8:33 A Harsh Rebuke
"But when Jesus turned and looked at his disciples, he rebuked Peter. Get behind me, Satan! he said. You do not have in mind the concerns of God, but merely human concerns." Mark 8:33 Jesus had just told the disciples about how He was going to suffer. He told them how He would be rejected... Continue Reading →
Mark 8:11-12 Wrong Reasons for Signs
"The Pharisees came and began to question Jesus. To test him, they asked him for a sign from heaven. He sighed deeply and said, Why does this generation ask for a sign? Truly I tell you, no sign will be given it." Mark 8:11-12 Everyday Jesus was out teaching and performing many miracles. Thousands of... Continue Reading →
Mark 7:28-29 Last Hope
"Lord, she replied, even the dogs under the table eat the children's crumbs. Then he told her, For such a reply, you may go; the demon has left your daughter." Mark 7:28-29 Jesus had been teaching in the area of Tyre. A Greek woman came up to Jesus and fell at His feet begging for... Continue Reading →
