Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit

Something I learned while studying this passage a bit more 👇🏽

Jesus makes reference to a light not being hid under a bushel

Normally, we teach that this is in reference to evangelising or living a "good christian life" so that others can bear witness to the power of God

And cool, this is a legitimate interpretation/ application of this passage (if you read it in the other gospel accounts)

But

The way Mark positions this parable (Mark 4:21-25) is NOT about you or I 😱

It's about Jesus

Here's the context:

Jesus teaches in parables ➡️ The disciples don't get it ➡️ Jesus teaches them.

In other words, Jesus' words are the light being referred to in this parable!

And he intends for us to understand them! (the intention was for his light to shine)

Hence the conclusion of this passage:

“Pay close attention to what you hear. The closer you listen, the more understanding you will be given—and you will receive even more. To those who listen to my teaching, more understanding will be given."

Was I the only one caught off guard by that?!

Видео Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit канала Justin Khoe