The Pulpit Commentary - Mark 3:31-35
Kinship to Jesus. I. FIRST THAT WHICH IS NATURAL , AFTERWARDS THAT WHICH IS SPIRITUAL . This is one order. Our spiritual being is built up on a natural basis. Slowly the bud of the higher being unfolds from the plant of earthly root. Through the home to the Church; by the love of mother and brother and sister, to the love of God and of all. II. FIRST THE SPIRITUAL , AFTERWARDS THE NATURAL . This is the order in another way. The end of our being is in the... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Mark 3:31-35
The mother and the brethren of Jesus. The annoyance and hindrance of a moment are turned to eternal gain to the cause of truth. I. FAMILY INFLUENCES MAY INJURE SPIRITUAL USEFULNESS . They are powerful either way. They operate subtly and constantly. A tendency to narrowness in the family tie, which requires to be checked. Much of this influence which is adverse to Christian life is unconsciously so. Yet the intensest forms of hatred to truth and goodness are exhibited within... read more