WHO IS THE GREATEST?
Adapted from the book True Christianity by Dr. Paul Caram In Mark 10:35-45, it details the conversation of Jesus, James, John and the rest of the apostles. They are asking the Lord who among them will sit beside Him when He goes to heaven. What does it mean to be great? Is a man great because of his works and legacy or is it because of something else? In the account mentioned in the book of Mark chapter 10, one gets to think of what James and John could have already accomplished for them to ask Jesus if they could sit beside Him when He is enthroned. As for the rest of the disciples, they were greatly displeased with what the two had asked. In this day and age, being great (or popular) is nothing new. In fact, a lot of people today are doing things so that they could be recognized. Politicians make projects ensuring that their names are written on each accomplishment. There is a tendency to look for one's name being listed or mentioned in some popular place or s...