Ep. 6 | Mark 3:1-6

In this episode of the Pastors' Corner podcast, Chance Humphreys and Pastor Oren Conner delve into Mark 3:1-6 and the beauty of mercy, particularly in the context of Jesus' interactions with the man with the withered hand. They explore the rising tension and conflict between Jesus and the Pharisees and show how the legalistic mindset of the Pharisees was in direct contradiction to the merciful mindset of Jesus Christ. They explore the connection of Jesus' anger with his grief over the religious leaders hard hearts. This episode ultimately challenges Christians to be people who reflect the mercy of God in a way that magnifies His goodness to the world. 

Takeaways

• Sitting under the weekly teaching of God's Word is important to the Christian life.
• We exist to magnify God in our lives.
• Self-righteousness blinds us to our need for mercy.
• Our commitments reveal our true convictions.
• God desires our hearts, not just our actions.
• Parents can teach their children about God's mercy by showing mercy to their children.