Reference

Mark 7:1-23
On the Move (pt. 4: Leaving Old Traditions)

In this series, we will examine the third cycle of the gospel according to Mark (Mark 6:7-8:21), which will conclude the first half of the book. This section focuses on the movement of the gospel.

In this fourth message, Jesus is confronted by the Pharisees about the disciples eating without following the cultural rules of washing. Jesus explains that what is most important is what comes from within a person and not what goes into someone. We consider our own traditions and the danger of letting them supercede caring for others.