Mark 4

The kingdom is likened unto seeds. Three seed parables, one conclusion: the kingdom of God is breaking into the world and one day will be the ultimate reigning force.
But, I want to ask a question, if you read the seed parables again, what does the Markan Jesus seem to be telling us about the seeds [...]

Mark 1

I preached from Mark 1 this past Sunday and I want to share a couple of points I found extremely interesting this week was to begin with John’s words in 1:7, about one coming more powerful than he. I liked the emphasis that Donahue and Harrington make about Jesus being the stronger one. I think [...]

the challenge of Jesus

Reading through the Gospels, it becomes apparent that protecting purity was a big deal to the Saducees and Pharisees. These religious leaders protected the social boundaries, and even saw varying levels of holiness. So, what a shock to their world view it must have been to see a Jew touching lepers, encountering “unclean spirits,” daring [...]

back to the grind

I have re-enrolled in grad school @ LCU, so my blogging will most likely be sporadic. I am taking two classes, intro to graduate study and, a class on the gospel of Mark.
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College Football and High School football seasons have begun. Ahh, Football is in the air. Life does get sweeter.
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Just some political ramblings…
Sen. Craig [...]