Why's there a ransom deal in the Bible?!
A ransom is a price paid to set somebody free.
In Mark 10:45, Jesus says he came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.
In this Super Short Thought, we unpack what that means and why it is good news.
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In this video:
- What the word “ransom” means in Mark 10:45
- Why a ransom cannot be earned or repaid, only received
- Why Jesus’ journey to Jerusalem and the cross matters
- How to receive the gift, the way a child receives a gift
Quick answers:
What does Jesus mean by “a ransom for many” in Mark 10:45?
Jesus means that his life is the price paid to set people free.
He came to serve and to give himself, so that others could be released.
Can you earn a ransom?
No.
If you need ransoming, you are in a situation where you cannot earn or repay the price.
A ransom can only be received as a gift.
Where is the ransom saying found?
Mark 10:45, in the Gospel of Mark, chapter 10, as Jesus walks on to Jerusalem and the cross.
Super Short Thought is a quick daily reflection from WelshRev, working currently through Mark’s Gospel with an eye to people in rural communities and anyone curious about the Bible.
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Info Retention Quiz
1. According to this Super Short Thought, which chapter of Mark are we looking at this week?
A. Chapter 1
B. Chapter 8
C. Chapter 10
D. Chapter 16
2. How does Jesus describe the reason he came?
A. To be served and honoured
B. Not to be served but to serve and give his life as a ransom for many
C. To start a new kingdom on earth
D. To teach the law more clearly
3. What is a ransom?
A. A reward for good behaviour
B. A price paid to set somebody free
C. A penalty for wrongdoing
D. A promise made in secret
4. If you need to be ransomed, how can you receive it?
A. By earning it slowly
B. By repaying it over time
C. By trading something of equal value
D. By receiving it as a gift, the way a child does
5. Where is Jesus heading as he speaks these words?
A. Jerusalem and the cross
B. Galilee
C. Capernaum
D. Jericho only
Answers
C
B
B
D
A
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