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Mark - Who is Christ?
A Bible Study Course on the Gospel of Christ according to MARK
PART 4 - Jesus' Great Miracles in Galilee and its Surroundings (Mark 3:7 - 8:26)
5. Jesus Preaches on a Boat the Multitudes Who Sat by the Seaside (Mark 4:1-34)

d) The Principles of Discipleship (Mark 4:21-25)


MARK 4:21-25
21 He said to them, “Is the lamp brought to be put under a basket or under a bed? Isn’t it put on a stand? 22 For there is nothing hidden, except that it should be made known; neither was anything made secret, but that it should come to light. 23 If any man has ears to hear, let him hear.” 24 He said to them, “Take heed what you hear. With whatever measure you measure, it will be measured to you, and more will be given to you who hear. 25 For whoever has, to him will more be given, and he who doesn’t have, even that which he has will be taken away from him.”

If you heard the word of Christ, understood and, believed it, then carry it out for the sake of grace, and communicate it to others, for if your faith is living, you will not be able to hide it. The love of God has put a heavenly light in your heart. As Christ is the light of the world, so he makes you a light for your surroundings, overcoming the darkness. Do you fear men, sufferings, death, or demons? God is with you, and his Son dwells in you, so do not fear anything, but believe, and bear witness to the Savior who bestows on you joy, wisdom, and humility.

At all times, as faith is not hidden or concealed in man, so sin appears in those who do not believe in Christ. Bad words come out of the sinner, even if he shut his mouth for some time. However, at an unexpected moment, the evil spirit appears out of his unclean heart, in an unclean, hateful word. Thus, your words judge you.

He who is filled with the Holy Spirit overflows with love, purity, and truth. You cannot agree with the children of the world at all times, as if you were not born again. You have either to lose God’s guarantee in you, or to testify Christ’s salvation among your friends with sincerity.

Your faith is not a memorized doctrine, but a demanding service in Christ’s fellowship. He who is lazy, or cowardly, dies spiritually, but he who hears his Master’s word everyday, and applies it each day, grows in the life of the Holy Spirit, and abstains from bad associations. He avoids stupid jokes, and closes his eyes against pornography. So, concentrate on Christ and he will enrich you with his goodness throughout your life.

Do you understand the mystery of this main principle in Psychology: “Whatever comes in goes out”? If you hear the word of God, you will speak it; if you hear politics, you will speak it; and if you listen to unclean reports, you will certainly become unclean. So, fill your heart with the gospel that you may become the walking word of God, which is read by all men.

Jesus called men this perverse and adulterous generation, for the majority live without God, or regard him as an addition to their lives. Jesus knew the unclean spirit who works in men. Every one is selfish by nature. No one is good but God. But beware! Do not despise anyone because of your knowledge of his evil. Recognize the love of God revealed in Christ who gave his life for this perverse and adulterous generation though they fought against him. God loves the wicked. He does not condemn them or destroy them, but saves whoever accepts salvation. How much more will he save us, who by nature are no better than men. So let us not condemn or refuse anyone, but love him, witness to him and pray for him.

He who communicates Christ’s testimony to others grows spiritually in the service of God. He receives new urges, spiritual powers, heavenly blessings, everlasting joy, and divine love. He who is rich in the Spirit becomes increasingly richer, but he who is weak in testimony, and lazy in helping others is not fit for the kingdom. So speak! Do not keep quiet, for God is with you. He is your shield and your reward.

PRAYER: O Father, we thank you because you called us to everlasting life. Forgive our weakness, fear, and stupidity, and lead us to study your gospel that we may be filled with joy and courage, and tell our friends of your love. Keep us from evil spirits, that we may continue in the service of your love at all times. Amen.

QUESTION:

  1. Why can faith not be hidden at all times?

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