RIGHT SIDE UP IN AN UPSIDE-DOWN WORLD: Two of Jesus’ disciples want to cut in line and be ‘first’ in the new kingdom Jesus is supposed to bring (“Grant to us to sit – one at your right and one at your left.”). Jesus counters (respectfully, but firmly) that they must share His “baptism” – His immersion in the real cost of redemptive living.
Jesus points out to all the disciples that the world is a world of competition and power position. But in the world order Jesus will bring is one based on humility and servanthood. Jesus will lead by supreme example.
Our scripture: Mark 10.35-45. The message: RIGHT SIDE UP IN AN UPSIDE-DOWN WORLD.
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