ScriptureRealising how much the man understood, Jesus said to him, “You are not far from the kingdom of God.” ObservationHearing how well Jesus had answered the question from the Sadducees, a teacher of religious law asks Jesus which is the most important commandment. Jesus replies by saying the most important commandment is to love the … Continue reading Reflection on Mark 12:28-34
Scripture“So he is the God of the living, not the dead. You have made a serious error.” ObservationThe Sadducees now try to trap Jesus in a theological error. They pose a question based on the law of Moses. In their hypothetical, the Sadducees tell a story of the oldest of seven brothers who marries but … Continue reading Reflection on Mark 12:18-27
This brings into focus a startling truth concerning an inappropriate method of prayer, which I am afraid has been practiced by many: They have fixed their spiritual eyes on the thing they are praying about more than on Jesus. The principle is: “When anything is larger than Jesus in the eyes of your heart, that … Continue reading Quote for the Day