Gospel Of Mark Chapter Two

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Mark Chapter Two

Sinners have no ability to atone for their sin. This requires a perfect sacrifice by someone who is perfect, namely, Jesus Christ. God is holy, thus, requiring judgment for sin. Christ Jesus became our substitute. He bore God's judgment that was due us. Chapter Two leaves a clear impression that God means business... He came to save (period).

1. Jesus Offers Forgiveness - vs.1-12
a. The Fortitude of Forgiveness - vs.1,4
b. The Fortunes of Forgiveness - vs.5,12
<> A New Life - vs.5,11
Note: A New Life that was Fought For Us - vs.6,9
Note: A New Life That was Bought For Us - vs.10
Note: A New Life That was Brought To Us - vs.11

<> A Now Life - vs.12a ...immediately he arose...
Salvation is not achieved over time... It is received instantly.

2. Jesus Offers Fulfillment - vs.13,22
a. He Confides To Us- vs.13 ...he taught...
b. He Resides With Us - vs.14,17
c. He Abides Within us - vs.18,19
d. He Died For Us - vs.20,22
Verse twenty encompasses His death and His departure back to heaven.
e. He Hides Us In Him - vs.23,28

The theme of God's Word is Jesus Christ Crucified, God Satisfied, The Believing Sinner Justified.

Sincerely, Dr. Arthur Belanger

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