Mark 5:35-43

Mark 5:35-43

1. Let us learn that rank places no man beyond the reach of sorrow.
2. Let us learn how almighty is the power of our Lord Jesus Christ.
3. Let us see in this miracle a blessed pledge of what our Lord will do in the day of His second appearing.

"Let us beware of sorrowing like those who have no hope, over friends who fall asleep in Christ. The youngest and loveliest believer can never die before the right time. Let us look forward. There is a glorious resurrection morning yet to come."

Questions:

1. Does the reality of death humble us as the great leveler, or do we live as if tomorrow is promised?

2. Do you have a child or friend who does not believe and is spiritually dead? Do you pray trusting that the same God who brought us to life can do so with them, if He so pleases? Does the Lord have message after message from you with that request?

3. Beloved friend, do you have a loved one who has passed away in the Lord? Do you grieve with the promised hope that you will see them again? Do you not believe that Jesus has the keys of death and Hades in his hands? Take hold of that closing verse form Hosea 13:14…