Misplaced Ambition Mark 10:35-45 - John Leavitt

About this episode

Elder John Leavitt discusses the true nature of ambition and greatness as taught by Jesus in Mark 10:35-45.

We all have ambitions — but who are they really for? In Mark 10:35 -45, James and John make a bold play for power in Jesus' kingdom. His answer flips everything upside down. Elder John Leavitt unpacks what Jesus says about ambition, the cost of following Him, and why service — not status — is the true measure of greatness. Join us at https://bbcc.church at 9:30 or 10AM this Sunday!

People in this episode

Guest: John Leavitt

Topics covered

• ambition
• service
• greatness
• following Jesus
• power
• Christian teachings

Keywords

• ambition
• service
• greatness
• Jesus
• Mark 10
• Christianity
• power

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Books & works: Mark 10:35-45

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