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20 - 26 June 2009

Proper 7

Mark 4.35-41

Context

Jesus’ followers have learnt about faith through stories and parables, now it is time for them to put into practice what they have been taught – though Jesus remains by their side in the storm.

Common thread – Kingdom amidst chaos (Mark 4.35-41)

Reading on through Mark 4 this week, we find Jesus and the disciples crossing the lake when a storm blows up. When, at the voice of Jesus, the waves subside, the disciples ask ‘Who is this?’

An alternative thread for adults

The significance of questions, explores the readings from Job and Mark.

These resources were first published in Issue 41 May/June 2009.

Lectionary Bible readings for RCL Proper 7 Year B
Job 38.1-11 Psalm 107.1-3,23-32 2 Corinthians 6.1-13 Mark 4.35-41

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