I like this passage in Mark because it speaks to sectarian battles. Jesus is saying that if you see someone doing a good work in His name (in this case, giving a cup of water), do not forbid him. He even speaks of assurance regarding that person receiving his reward!
We can each feel strongly about where we attend church – the denomination or tradition in which we worship. Yet, we all know that there are countless people in other denominations and traditions who give a cup of water in Jesus’s name. In such a case, leave the reward to Christ – none of us have a place in judging such a person just because they go to the “wrong” church. Nor should we carry some pride that we attend the “right” church.
Full text:
https://achristianhall.substack.com/p/avoid-sectarian-battles
