The Illusion of Religious Tradition

The Gospel of Mark was written to the Romans, and the theme/focus is of Jesus being a Servant King.

It was written specifically for that purpose.


That’s important to know because Mark’s Gospel is not in chronological order.

It’s written to prove how Jesus is the Messiah as the Servant King.


So today, our text takes a pretty big turn.


And it takes a turn for emphasis.


Jesus has been teaching and preaching the gospel, healing people, casting out demons, saving people's souls without any interference, until today.


The Pharisees and scribes come back into the picture.


The last time we saw these guys was in Mark 3 when Jesus healed a man with a withered hand, and they began conspiracy plans on how to kill Jesus.


So here they are again.


Have they changed their ways? Are they coming to Jesus to repent from their sins?


Let’s find out.