Why are we so stubborn when it comes to Jesus?
The big picture: In His hometown, the people He grew up with were offended by Jesus. While they knew Him, they …
Tag Archives: Mark 6
“And Jesus was amazed at their unbelief.” ~Mark
I am astonished. I read and listen to Jesus. Where did He come up with all that He has to …
“Are you serious?” ~Disciples to Jesus
Jesus asks me to do something. It seems outrageous. It seems impossible. Are you serious, I ask? Seriously, you want …
“Courage! It’s me. Don’t be afraid.” ~Jesus
In the Bible, courage is also called “good cheer” as in Mark 6:50 when Jesus gave the command to the disciples who …
Rest — Do I need it? Can Jesus provide it?
I need rest. I get tired. There is good news. Jesus gives me rest. I find it in Him. Jesus, …
“Teacher, do You not care that we are perishing?” ~Disciples to Jesus
How important is rest? God needed it and got it. Jesus needed it and got it. Even in the middle of a …
Rest — Even Jesus needed it (and got it)
How important is rest? God needed it and got it. Jesus needed it and got it. I need it as …
“If you’re not welcomed, not listened to, quietly withdraw. Don’t make a scene. Shrug your shoulders and be on your way.” ~Jesus
Jesus warns me that I may not always be welcomed. The message of good news might not be listened to. …
“Don’t think you need a lot of extra equipment for this. You are the equipment. No special appeals for funds. Keep it simple.” ~Jesus
Part of the way Jesus taught the Disciples was to send them out periodically to do the job. We call …
“Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” ~Jesus
99 out of 100 things I worry about never happen. And yet, I continue to be afraid. Jesus is ever …
“A prophet has little honor in his hometown, among his relatives, on the streets he played in as a child.” ~Jesus
Jesus was working for GOD. One of many of Jesus gifts was being a prophet. Jesus goes home to Nazareth. …
