Mark 5:1-20 (Tracing Genesis 1-4 Patterns/Themes)

Summary

Jose Gonzalez led a Bible study focusing on Mark 5:1-20, which recounted the story of a demon-possessed man and was connected back to themes in Genesis, emphasizing that the Bible is wisdom literature that contrasts and illuminates itself. The discussion highlighted Jesus's authority over the demons, who entered pigs that subsequently drowned, symbolizing a return to chaos, and noted that the restored man was commissioned to preach the gospel. Elaine Johnson shared a praise report about using the discussed authority in her prayer life, and Jose Gonzalez concluded with a prayer of encouragement for the participants to take authority over their environments.