Not Far From the Kingdom

NOT FAR FROM THE KINGDOM
Christ Proclamation Church
Sunday, 5/19/2019
Mark 12:13-44

Sermon Theme – Faced with hostile rejection, Jesus upholds God’s authority; He will render Himself to God as payment for our sin, He Himself will be the resurrection and way to eternal life, and He Himself will empower us to love, serve and sacrifice for one another as the proof of our sincere love for God.

I. Conflict with the Leaders - (Mark 12:13-34)
   A. Question About Paying Taxes (12:13-17)
       1. Leaders Conspire Against Jesus
       2. Jesus Calls People Back to God
   B. Question About Eternal Marriage (12:18-27)
       1. Leaders Mock the Reality of the Resurrection
       2. Jesus Calls People to the God of the Living
   C. Question About Great Commandment (12:28-34)
       1. Leader Seeks to Simplify the Law
       2. Jesus Calls People to Love God and Others
       3. Warning About Being in the Kingdom

II. Clarity on Christ - (Mark 12:35-37)
    A. The Son of David – (12:35)
    B. The Lord of All – (12:36-37)

III. Challenge to Our Commitment - (Mark 12:38-44)
    A. Beware of the Hypocrites – (12:38-40)
    B. Be Wooed by the Widow – (12:41-44)
    C. Be Wrestling with Your Heart - (Application)