Why is it a Rich Man?

Sunday, October 10th 2021

Certainly many individuals came up to Jesus with questions pertaining to inheriting eternal life. Why was it important that this incident be recorded in the Gospel of Mark, and that it involved a rich man? I will let the cat out of the bag early, and give three reasons why it is important. First, most of us seem to envy the wealthy. Second, many of assume that riches are a sign of God’s blessing. And third, although not the only idol, or false god, Money is perhaps the greatest of the idols.

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