Jesus chose diminishment for our flourishing. His mission was divine love at its human best. He epitomized sublime servanthood and elevated downward mobility to the holiest of lifestyles. His determined march to the cross cleared the sin- and death-strewn roadway, paving the way for a world-upending, church-birthing, Pentecost. And now, as 21st Century believers, we live to revel in his gifts, his promises, to us.

Mark 6:30-52

1. vv. 30-34 – Jesus’ compassion for ______________________________________

2. vv. 35-44 – Jesus’ inclusion ____________________________________________

3. vv. 45-52 – Jesus’ tenderness __________________________________________