Brian Richardson - February 16
Dirty Hands, Clean Hearts
The pharisees relied on oral regulations to pretct people and their relationship with God. But over time, external things became their focus, and these traditions had blinded them to who God was and what He wanted. Corruption begins inside our hearts, not outside. The pharisees' hands were clean, but their heart had been defiled. Jesus wants holiness to be understood through mercy, grace, caring and compassion, deliverance and community. Let us not miss the invitation the way the pharisees did, and join Jesus in the mission of God.
Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2, Mark 7:1-23, Ezekiel 36:25-27, Titus 3:5
From Series: "Wonder"
Through the Gospel of Mark, we see words such as amazed, astonished, authority, and power. Those who encountered Him—those who walked with Him—marveled and pondered at who He revealed himself to be. Yet others rejected him, questioned his authority, clinging to position, status, and tradition. We will discover anew the difference He is still making in our lives still today as we delve into the wonder of Jesus.
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The Authority of Jesus
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February 16
Dirty Hands, Clean Hearts
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Titus 3:5, Mark 7:1-23
