Lessons for Disciples – True Sight

The interaction of Jesus and Bartimaeus that led to his healing and salvation is the picture of true sight and the model of real discipleship.

Mark 10:46-52

Growing Sight

The two-stage healing of the blind man is a living parable for how spiritual blindness was being healed in the disciples – and is healed in people through the ages.

Mark 8:22-30

He Does All Things Well

Jesus’ miraculous healings were signs that He was the promised Messiah, the foretaste of His renewal and restoration of all creation for the glory of God.

Mark 7:31-37

Humble Faith

The Syro-Phoenician woman is a paragon of humility and faith, accepting her utter need for God’s grace and actively seeking until she receives it.

Mark 7:24-30

Submitting To God’s Discipline

Christians, covered by the blood of Christ, can no longer be punished for their sins – but they will be tested and disciplined by their loving Father.

Savior of the Outcast

Even those who are outcasts from society and whose situations are hopeless will receive salvation when they reach out to Christ through faith.

Mark 5:21-34

The Son of Man and Sin

Jesus has the authority not only to heal physical illness but also to forgive and heal sin, restoring people to God’s favor.

Mark 2:1-12

The Priorities and Practices of the King

Disciples must imitate the priorities and practices of Jesus – personal prayer, the study and proclamation of God’s Word, and gathering with God’s people for public worship. Any helpful ministry can only come by attending to these priorities and practices first.

Mark 1:35-45