Are you a Disciple or Part of the Crowd? - Audio

Continuing with our series called "The Servant King," (A Study of the Gospel of Mark).... CH 10 verses 45-52 we see a stark contrast between the disciples and the crowd, particularly in how they relate to Jesus and his mission. The passage includes two significant parts: Jesus’ explanation of his purpose and the healing of Bartimaeus. Mark 10:45-52 contrasts a disciple's genuine faith with the crowd's superficial interest. The disciples, despite their misunderstandings, are called to embrace the radical way of serving and following Jesus. In contrast, the crowd is more interested in Jesus as a means to an end, without understanding the deeper, sacrificial nature of his mission. The healing of Bartimaeus becomes a symbol of the spiritual blindness of the crowd and the sight that comes with faith and discipleship. If you are interested in attending our LIVE teachings (Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm & Sundays @ 10:00 am), you are invited to visit us at 4218 Boston Ave. Lubbock, Texas. To connect with us, you can call us at (806) 799-2227, email us at [email protected], or checkout our website at CalvaryChapelLubbock.church. You can also watch us on Facebook and contact us through Facebook Messenger. Please feel free to let us know about your walk with Jesus, as we would love to hear it and pray with you. If you'd like to partner with us to help us take the Gospel to the world, just click on the DONATE button on our website, let us know through Facebook Messenger, or in person. We pray that the rest of your week be blessed and that you share the love of Jesus with everyone that you encounter.