17 - 23 October 2021
Worship Together
17 - 23 October 2021
All in this together
Mark 10.35-45Two of Jesus’ disciples ask for special positions and recognition. This causes resentment among the rest of the disciples. But this bold, audacious or perhaps foolish request from the disciples provides Jesus with an opportunity to teach about how greatness in God’s kingdom is achieved. It is not about position, he says, but about serving others; it is not about being first, but being prepared to be last.
Ideas about ‘greatness’ do not seem to have changed very much since the time of Jesus. But if ‘being prepared to be last’ does not mean ‘be a doormat’, then what does it mean?
This week we explore working out our place in Jesus’ community.
Lectionary Bible readings for RCL Proper 24 Year B
Isaiah 53.4-12
Psalm 91.1-2,9-16
Hebrews 5.1-10
Mark 10.35-45
