Jesus at Nazareth (Mark 6:1–6) — A Sermon by R.C. Sproul

Summary

This sermon examines Jesus' return to Nazareth and the astonishment and offense of his hometown crowd. It highlights scripture from Mark 6:1-6, where people question Jesus' wisdom and authority, recognizing him as the carpenter and son of Mary. The practical takeaway is that familiarity can breed contempt, and we must avoid letting perceived ordinary origins prevent us from recognizing Jesus' divine power and wisdom.