Mark 12:37

Mark 12:37
   I have found that interrogatives in the Greek are somewhat difficult to translate. We generally would not ask ‘whence’ in connection with a question of this nature. Even in older English the ‘whence’ cannot convey all that seems to be meant here. What Jesus is asking is how it is possible for the Messiah to be the son and Lord of David at the same time. He is in no way denying the humanity of Christ, but is instead highlighting the human/divine nature of the Christ.

Heavenly Father, you understand so many things. Nothing is inscrutable to you. Everything makes perfect sense to you. Thank you for imparting your wisdom to us. We need understanding as we cope with our limited existence under the burden of sin. We look forward to that day when we will escape not only spiritually, but physically, from sin. To have it gone will be such a relief! You are so good to us. We praise you! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise you, Amen.

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