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I. Insiders vs. outsiders - true disciples (v7-19)

the crowds
the twelve

II. Insiders vs. outsiders - true family (v20-35)

the teachers of the law
Jesus' family

Outline

The opposition reject Jesus because they miss who He is.

(a) Forgiveness (2:1-12)

(b) Fellowship (2:13-17)

(c) Fasting (2:18-22)

(d) Sabbath (2:23-3:6)

The opposition reject because they reject Him as a king.

Outline

Authority to call (1:16-20)
Authority over evil (1:21-28)
Authority over sickness (1:29-34)
Authority from Heaven (1:35-39)
Authority to cleanse (1:40-45)

Outline

The King has arrived, and he establishes God's kingdom.

Good news about a king.
Good news about a kingdom.
Good news that demands a response.

Outline:

The Author - and how we relate
The Hero - and how he's presented
The Book - and how it's shaped
The Lessons - and how we respond




Emotionally
Doctrinally
Personally
Missionally

Outline:

Failed projects in the book:

Temple
Law
Walls
Leaders

Major lessons from the book:

It exposes a flawed heart.
It encourages a diligent response.
It anticipates a glorious future.