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You DO NOT have the right to remain silent
For criminal suspects, remaining silent is a right and usually a prudent defense strategy. For believers, remaining silent is disobedience. When Jesus was brought to “trial” before the religious leaders (Mark 14:53-72), he could have kept silent and as contrived as … Continue reading
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Spilt Nard & Zealous Faith Embrace Gospel Suffering
The account of the anonymous woman who broke an alabaster flask and poured nard onto Jesus’ head (Mark 14) is difficult to relate directly to post-resurrection discipleship. I’ve never seen alabaster, and wouldn’t know nard if it hit me in … Continue reading
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Dying for Ingrates: Jesus at his last supper
In Mark 14:12-31, Jesus is viewed by the larger group of disciples as the father-figure who arranges the Passover celebration for his family. In commemorating Israel’s escape from Egypt, in which the lamb was slain, its body eaten and its … Continue reading →
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