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Conflicts Over Fasting. You Must Rejoice in the New Fullness of Christ!
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In this sermon, Pastor Geoff exposits Mark 2:18-22 on another account of "conflict" in Mark 2. The Jewish leaders are upset because the disciples of Jesus are NOT fasting -- like their disciples are.
In Jesus' reply, we see 2 life-altering and glorious declarations.
- Jesus' coming is CELEBRATORY (v.18-20)
- Jesus' gospel is EXCLUSIVE (v.21-22)
Jesus is the Bridegroom! His people don't fast (=as expression of legalistic works-righteousness and/or mourning/despair). Rather, when the Bridegroom is taken, then we will fast out of hunger/yearning for our Bridegroom's soon-return.
You cannot mix Jesus and His gospel with OT Judaism and law-keeping. Christ brings in the new. He didn't come to reform but to regenerate!
This account teaches that JESUS IS BETTER.
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| Sermon ID | 21121122068084 |
| Duration | 38:29 |
| Date | Feb 10, 2021 |
| Category | Midweek Service |
| Bible Text | Mark 2:18-22 |