When Obedience Looks Like Madness
“When his family heard it, they went out to seize him, for they said, ‘He…
Called First to Be With Him
“He appointed twelve, whom he also named apostles, to be with him.” – Mark 3:14…
Seek God’s Clarity in Solitude
“He told his disciples to have a boat ready… because of the crowd.” – Mark…
Stretch Forth Your Hand in Trust
“Stretch forth your hand.” – Mark 3:5 A skilled archer meets a gifted student with…
The Sabbath Was Made for Man
“The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.” – Mark 2:27 A…
New Wine in Fresh Wineskins
“New wine must be put into fresh wineskins.” – Mark 2:22 A collector shows a…
Behold the Lamb Who Takes Away Sin
“Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” – John…
Faith That Carries to Christ
“When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, ‘Son, your sins are forgiven.’”…
Humble Confidence in Christ’s Healing Will
“If you will, you can make me clean.” – Mark 1:40 A lost hiker, deep…
Hear the Lord’s Voice First
“Speak, Lord, for your servant hears.” – 1 Samuel 3:9 Before a crucial performance, a…