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Mark 4:1-20 A. Introduction Contrary to popular belief, parables do not make difficult truths simple. Parables actually problematize things, so that there is confusion. This is why even Jesus’ inner coterie lacked understanding so often.[1] In Mark 4:12, which is a quotation from Isaiah 6:9, 10, Jesus gives his reason for speaking in parables: He [...]
Peter Berger writes, “Men are congenitally compelled to create a meaningful order upon reality.” This statement is part of his broader thesis that people create culture. Below is a brief outline of his social theory. 1. Externalization is the innate or congenital impulse within humanity to create order in the world. Externalization can be considered [...]
If the church is part of society, and if our society is consumeristic, then how does this aspect of society influence the church? Part of the difficulty of answering such a question is that as members of society, it is very difficult to see outside of it. There are always cultural blinders; this is why [...]
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