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Devotional: Mark 9:33-50

Today’s passage: Mark 9:33-50

Helpful thoughts:

  • Three major thoughts are presented in this passage:
    • The “greatest” in the kingdom of God is the servant of all.
    • The one who is not against us is for us.
    • Radical amputation (If your hand causes you to sin, cut it off).
  • All three of these thoughts have been taught extensively independently, but they are being taught together here by Christ as one larger lesson.
  • All three teachings are connected to how we relate to other people.
    • If we think too highly of ourselves, we won’t see those whom God has given us to serve.
    • If we think the only good ministry that exists has to come from us, we will thwart others (And ourselves).  God is the one at work, we are His vessels.
    • Our sin hurts others, damages peace in the church, and prevents us from being effective in the world.

Questions to consider:

  1. In what way are these three passages different, and how are they the same?
  2. What is the main application of these teaching from Jesus?  How are we to view ourselves in relation to others (Philippians 2:3-4)?
  3. Why is a knowledge of how my sin hurts others and prevents effective ministry such a better motivation to seek repentance than seeing change as a personal achievement?  Which motivation is rooted in love and more like Christ?  How might you practically and specifically apply these thoughts to fight against sin in your own life?

June 19, 2022 Category: Devotions, Mark

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