Jesus Cleanses the Temple

Mark For Everyone

MARK 11.12–25
Jesus Cleanses the Temple...

...What is the largest, most important building in your country? The one with the most historic meanings and associations? The one where famous people come, either to work or to visit? The one that stands for, and symbolizes, the very centre and meaning of your country, its life, its rulers and its people?

Now supposing you were convinced that this building was shortly to be devastated, say in an earthquake, or by enemy action. And supposing you believed that this was God’s judgment upon it, because the rulers of your country were wicked beyond repair. And supposing you felt obliged to tell people – to warn them solemnly, to give them a sign of what was to come, to urge them to change their ways while there was still time...

Taken from Mark for Everyone by Tom Wright