Out of the Classroom

There are time in our Christian walk when we are in the classroom. The classroom being the church setting such as the preaching and teaching of the Word, Sunday School or a special classes for a particular group of people. The classroom is also found outside the four walls of the church with special meetings of all kinds that help us to understand the Scriptures, who Jesus is, who we are in Christ, our commission and call and a long list of other subjects that are endless. All of these are good in our quest for knowledge, wisdom and understanding. However there is another aspect of our walk other than the classroom setting.

In Mark chapter 4 Jesus was teaching the people including the disciples by parables about the kingdom of God until verse 35 where a transition takes place. He takes the disciples into the practicum experiences with Him that reveal some truths about Jesus and the kingdom by demonstration. Jesus does this with us as well.

Several lessons are to be learned in the lab work with The Lord.
1. Jesus sets the agenda. vs. #35
2. Jesus is in the boat with them. vs. #36
3. Storms come into our lives. vs.#37
4. Things can look hopeless. vs. #37
5. It might appear that Jesus who is with you doesn't care. vs. #38
6. Jesus is able to calm your storm and still the waters. vs. #39
7. Our walk is a faith walk. vs. #40

Jesus is Lord over the elements, trust Him - He is in your boat, in this first portion of the practicum.
This is continued in Mark chapter 5. We will look there next.

Be blessed
Pastor Kitner