Mark 15. And the chief priests accused him of many things. And Pilate again asked him, “are you not going to answer? See how many charges they… Read more “No Comment”

Mark 14. This is a very full chapter, but today I am drawn to consider the comparison between two responses to the demands of discipleship. This contrast… Read more “Responding to Pressure”

Mark 13. The disciples can tell that there is a big storm brewing on the horizon. As it often does here in Florida – the sky has… Read more “Stay Alert”

Mark 12. The conflict between Jesus and the religious leadership of Jerusalem has now become a challenging chess game, and the bitter anger of the corrupt establishment… Read more “Corrupt Leadership”

Mark 11. Jesus finally arrives in Jerusalem and visits the temple. In his walk to and from Bethany each day, he curses a fig tree (11:12-14). Lo… Read more “The Withered Fig Tree”