Those who follow Christ are his family.

I. Jesus heals on Sabbath v.1-6

- lawful to do good

- angry grieved at hardness of heart

- - this is how God feels

II. Great crowds follow Jesus v.7-12

- withdraw into a boat

- Jesus charges demons to be silent

III. Appoints 12 Apostles v.13-21

- "Apostle" - "Sent out one" - Ambassadors

- 1. That they might be with him

- 2. To Preach

- Have authority to cast out demons

- v.21 - Jesus family seeks Jesus - out of his mind

IV. Jesus accused of being demon-possessed v.22-30

- listen to Mt. 12 - "Satan must be bound before his sphere of influence can be challenged." ESV Study Bible.

- to attribute Christ's supernatural ministry to demons

V. Jesus' mother and brothers

- who ever does the will of God

- \*sandwich method

Truth - Sin and Unbelief grieve the heart of God.

Christ's true family - are his disciples. To follow Christ is to join the household of God.

Application

- Follow Christ, be with Christ, then you will be sent out.

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The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® (ESV®)

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