When someone uses strong language, we may initially be caught off guard and wonder why they are so earnest. But often times, strong language is an indication of love, the other person wanting to protect us or keep us safe. In Mark 9:42-50, Jesus talks straightforwardly about sin and hell, giving us a warning so that we might not continue on a path that will lead us to destruction. “Tripping" language from RT France.

April 21, 2024

Helpful resources that shaped and influenced this sermon: Let's Study Mark by Sinclair Ferguson, The Gospel of Mark by R.T. France, Mark by Kent Hughes, Mark for You by Jason Meyer, Dig Deeper into the Gospels by Andrew Sach & Tim Hiorns.