In the fifth message of a series from the Gospel of Mark, Dr. Childs unpacks the story of Jesus cursing the fig tree in Mark 11:12-21.
1. Introduction - two stories sandwiched together
2. Understanding Jesus' cursing the fig tree - symbol and connection with the temple
3. Two lessons about fruit-bearing
God is looking for fruit
Real faith produces real fruit
Conclusion - a call to self-examination - are we producing leaves or fruit?