When we see Jesus, the veil is removed, and we behold God’s glory.

James then lays out a plan for reconciliation in 10 rapid-fire commands in verses 7-12.

James tells us that the selfish, sinful desires of our own hearts are at the center of these conflicts.

In the time between Christ’s entrance into Jerusalem and His trial and crucifixion, there were several interchanges with the Jewish leaders. Mark 12:13-17 is the 3rd of 6 of these controversial interactions.

Christ inaugurated the new covenant, a covenant that is spiritual, full of righteousness, and life-giving.

After being delivered by the Lord at the Red Sea, the Israelites break into a song of praise to the Lord for His redemption.

Our only confidence comes from knowing our personal insufficiency and our God-based sufficiency.

How do we measure success? This is a difficult task, but it is perhaps most difficult in the realm of evangelism and ministry.