Why does a man with wealth, a clean record and the respect of his community kneel in front of Jesus and ask what he still lacks?
He had property, a clean moral record and public respect, yet still sensed something missing.
Comfort and status cannot give security, and that unmet need is what drives him to Jesus.
In Mark 10:17, the rich man (often called the rich young ruler) shows us that money buys comfort but never makes us safe, and that whatever we can get never seems to be enough.
This Super Short Thought looks at the real problem he felt, and why it took him to Jesus.
(Under one minute)
Info Retention Quiz
1. In Mark 10:17, how does the rich man approach Jesus?
A. He waits until the crowd leaves
B. He runs up and kneels
C. He sends a servant ahead
D. He calls out from a distance
2. Which of these did the man have, according to the Super Short Thought?
A. Property, a clean record and the respect of those around him
B. Power over the temple
C. A large group of followers
D. Great knowledge of Greek philosophy
3. What does the Super Short Thought say money buys?
A. Safety
B. Comfort
C. Lasting peace
D. Eternal life
4. According to the thought, what is true of whatever we can get?
A. It always satisfies in the end
B. It eventually becomes a burden
C. It never seems to be enough
D. It should be given away immediately
5. What does the man’s real problem do?
A. It drives him away from Jesus
B. It makes him hide his feelings
C. It takes him to Jesus
D. It leads him to doubt the law
Answers
B
A
B
C
C
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