Confronting Every Heart with the Truth of Jesus.

10/17/25 

Jesus left that part of the country and returned with his disciples to Nazareth, his hometown. 2 The next Sabbath he began teaching in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed. They asked, “Where did he get all this wisdom and the power to perform such miracles?” 3 Then they scoffed, “He’s just a carpenter, the son of Mary and the brother of James, Joseph, Judas, and Simon. And his sisters live right here among us.” They were deeply offended and refused to believe in him. 4 Then Jesus told them, “A prophet is honored everywhere except in his own hometown and among his relatives and his own family.” 5 And because of their unbelief, he couldn’t do any miracles among them except to place his hands on a few sick people and heal them. 6 And he was amazed at their unbelief. — Mark 6:1–6a NLT 

The Gospel of Jesus Christ confronts something in everyone—will you let that offense harden your heart, or lead you to faith?

They were deeply offended and refused to believe in him. v. 3

The Gospel of Jesus Christ confronts something in everyone—will you let that offense harden your heart, or lead you to faith?

A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. 25 Gently instruct those who oppose the truth… — 2 Timothy 2:24–25 NLT 

Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it. — 1 Peter 3:15 NLT 

The Gospel of Jesus Christ confronts something in everyone—will you let that offense harden your heart, or lead you to faith?