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Message & Sermon Notes
Upside Down Jesus
Mark 10:13-31
Pastor Scott Roen
Mark 10:13-31
1. Embrace the spiritual significance of coming to Jesus with the faith of a child - Vs. 13-16
The Paradox - To be a mature adult Christian, have the faith of a child.
2. Embrace the truth that God’s grace gives us favor with God, not works of religion – Vs. 17-22
The paradox – In the KOG, the greatest work of religion is to abandon works of religion.
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not of your own doing; it is the gift of God, not as a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8-9
3. Pursue the desire for God over desire for wealth – Vs. 23-27
The paradox – Those who boast in their humiliation will be exalted in the KOG.
4. Pursue God, not his reward – Vs. 28-30
It is clear that God gives rewards.
- Those who are persecuted for the sake of Jesus will receive a great reward. (Matthew 5:10-11)
- All those who have loved Jesus’ appearing, will receive a “crown of righteousness” when he appears. (2 Timothy 4:8)
- Those who persevere under trial (James 1:12) and those who are faithful unto death will receive the crown of life. (Revelation 2:10)
- Elders who shepherd the flock well will receive an unfading crown of glory. (1 Peter 5:1-4)
We will lay our crowns before the throne in worship of the one who wears the real crown – Jesus, the King of kings and LORD of lords. Revelation 4:10
The Parable of the talents – Matt 25:21, 23
…enter into the joy of your master
The paradox – Those who do not seek the reward will receive the greatest reward.
The first will be last and the last will be first – Vs. 31
Those who come to Jesus with the faith of a child will be first.
Those who disregard the faith of a child will be last.
Those who trust in the grace of Jesus will be first.
Those who trust in religious good works will be last
Those who recognize their poverty before God will be first.
Those who exalt in their possessions will be last.
Those who sacrifice out of love for Jesus will be first.
Those who seek a reward with sacrifice will be last.
Sermon Discussion Questions
Questions for reflection:
1. What paradox challenged the way you are currently thinking about the Christian life?
2. What specific changes are you going to implement, beginning this week?
Questions for discussion:
1. Read 1 Cor 1:18-25 – Contrast the wisdom of men with the wisdom of God?
2. Read Matt 7:21-23 – What is the difference between performing the good works of men and resting in the will of the Father?
3. Read 1 Tim 6:17-19 – What is Paul’s warning for those who are rich in this present age.
4. Read Rev 21:1-4 - What are you most looking forward to in heaven?
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