Sermon text: Mark 7:24-37
Summary
Jesus and his disciples went to the Gentile region of Tyre and Sidon for some rest and relaxation and to evade the Jewish leaders, whom Jesus clashed with in Mark 7:1-13. Even in Tyre, Jesus’ fame is known. He is sought out by a humble woman who begged Jesus to exorcise a demon from her daughter.
After leaving Tyre, Jesus and his disciples traveled to Sidon and eventually the region of the Decapolis. There, Jesus healed a man who was deaf and unable to speak well.
The text speaks to the importance of seeking Jesus in desperate times. Seek him humbly and persistently, knowing that he cares for you and he is able to help. When you experience deliverance, the natural response is to proclaim Jesus to others.
Outline
In your time of desperation, seek Jesus (vv. 24-35)
When you experience deliverance, proclaim Jesus (vv. 36-37)
Verses Referenced
Matthew 5:3