Congregational Worship
Come Thou Fount
Welcome & Call to Worship
Psalm 24:7-10
Congregational Worship
King of My Heart
Goodness of God
Kingdom Prayer
Congregational Worship
Abide
Known and Loved
“Unmasking Authority Aversion”
Mark 11:27-33
It’s now Tuesday and the Jewish leaders have had the evening to process Jesus’ actions in the Temple
courts. They aren’t happy. They like to be in control. At the first opportunity, they challenge Jesus’
authority in an effort to maintain their own. Jesus masterfully unmasks their hypocrisy and self-
seeking leadership over the people. They are the fig trees with the beautiful leaves and no fruit.
Consider these insights into dealing with authority and submission …
1. The Direct Attack Against Authority [11:27-28](MULTILINE)
2. The Redirecting Ask of Godly Authority [11:29-30](MULTILINE)
3. The Hypocritical Avoidance of Submission [11:31-33](MULTILINE)
- For Spiritual Conversation: Describe one obstacle you are aware of from your story that makes
submission to authority difficult for you.