The questions Jesus asked - Week 1 - A question about desires This is the story of Jesus' healing of blind Bartimaeus.  It begins with Jesus asking what seems to be an obvious question, "What do you want me to do for you?"  But it opens a wonderful opportunity for some sober self-reflection as we … Continue reading "Sunday Worship"

The questions Jesus asked - Week 2 - Two questions about healing In the first incident, Jesus asks what seems to be an obvious question, "Do you want to get well?"  But it leads to some thoughts about everyone's need for the healing that Jesus offers.  The second incident examines the story of the woman … Continue reading "Sunday Worship"

The questions Jesus asked - Week 3 - A question about vision In Mark 8:22-25 Jesus heals a blind man at Bethsaida by making mud and putting it on his eyes.  Then the question, "Do you see anything?"  The man's full restoration required a second touch from Jesus.  The incident reminds us of how much … Continue reading "Sunday Worship"

The questions Jesus asked - Week 4 - A question about compassion Today's question comes from the story of the Good Samaritan.  It comes at the end of the story, when Jesus asks, "Which of these three do you think was a neighbour to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?"  It forced … Continue reading "Sunday Worship"

The questions Jesus asked - Week 5 - A question about worship This is the story of Mary anointing Jesus' feet with perfume.  This simple gesture of personal worship caused several in the room to be offended, which prompts Jesus' question, "Why are you bothering her?"  Something about this act caused Jesus to say, "Wherever … Continue reading "Sunday Worship"