For several decades after Jesus's death and resurrection, Peter told others about all of the firsthand experiences he had with Jesus. Later in life—possibly in prison and not sure of his future—Peter wanted to ensure that all of those stories were documented. So he asked his traveling companion, Mark, to write down not what he had heard or read—but what he had seen.
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Part 1 • Write This Down
Andy Stanley
We often read the Bible for application, inspiration, or direction. However, there are times when the author wants to simply point the reader to a big idea—an idea that fits with God's grand story. In the Gospel of Mark, we read about Peter's experience with Jesus that led Peter to believe in one big idea: The kingdom of God is near, and everyone is invited to participate.
Part 3 • Flipping the Script
Andy Stanley
Whether it’s school, sports, or religion, when we focus only on the rules, it can be difficult to remember the overall purpose of something. Jesus reminds us that when we focus so much on the letter of the law, we may forget why the law was written in the first place.