Main point: Jesus confronts legalistic adherence to human tradition and reveals our need for internal saving faith in Him.

Main point: Christ’s private intercession and powerful intervention transforms the disciples’ hearts from fear to faith in the Son of God.

Main point: With creative power and compassionate provision, Jesus meets the needs of those who follow Him.

Main point: The path of true discipleship is one of self-denial and sacrificial submission to Christ.

Main point: Jesus sends His disciples into ministry and provides a plan for us to follow.

Main point: The response of Christ’s hometown demonstrates the deadly nature of unbelief so that you will examine your own heart for true faith and you will be prepared for rejection when you minister to others.

Main point: In this passage, we are reminded of two truths about God’s Word which ground us in Scripture so that we go nowhere else for growth, guarding, guidance, and guarantee until the Lord returns.

Main point: Jesus demonstrates His authority over death by raising a little girl back to life. He provides a preview of the victory that will be achieved in His own resurrection and for all who believe and obey Him.

Main point: Jesus heals a woman who suffered from a hemorrhage and illustrates how you can be cleansed from your sin.

Main point: Jesus demonstrates His authority over Satan’s forces of darkness by healing the Gerasene demoniac. Christ transforms your heart so that you will bear testimony to the grace and truth of God.