People follow sports teams for various reasons. Some have been fans for a long time, others follow certain players no matter which team they are currently playing, other like the mascots or uniform colors. There are those who follow a team because they attended the school associated with it, or maybe even played for the […]
What does a “day off” mean to you? Jesus explains the true meaning of rest and enjoyment as He talks to the religious leaders of the day. As we listen to the conversation, we learn what it means to truly rest.
We all like to think of ourselves as experts, especially when it comes to our own care. There are times when doctors need to be consulted – and followed! Listen this morning as Jesus uses the illustration of a good doctor to accentuate the point that we need to follow His orders.
Jesus invites all to come to Him and find rest for their souls. Those who hear Him usually fall into three categories. Some are curious about His person and message. Others are critical, not sure what to make of this man. Many gather, simply because there is a crowd. When Jesus calls you, what do […]
How well do you handle interruptions? When life doesn’t follow your scheduled plan, how do you respond? Today we see Jesus’ schedule being disrupted, yet He takes time to reach out to those in need without treating people as though they are interruptions in His plan. We see two men in today’s passage and note […]
The television show “In Search Of…” probed the myths and legends of our culture and tried to give explanations for extraordinary occurrences. It proved popular, partly because people like to have answers, no matter how ludicrous those answers might be. Mark introduces us to several who were searching. We will examine the record from two […]
The first time anything is attempted, it is not usually as good as anticipated. This morning we hear Jesus preach His first sermon – and find it BETTER than one might hope. It is a message of hope, good news, and a call to obedience.
Today we see the Servant tested and tempted. Jesus faces what you and I face every day, and he does so in the same way that you and I face real situations. Will Jesus prove to be any different from you and I, or will he, too, follow the pattern that repeats itself far too […]
Mark records the arrival ceremony of two great individuals. Far from being filled with pomp and circumstance, their arrival is almost archaic in its nature. Nothing indicates position, popularity, or prominence; yet the arrival of these two persons marks a turning point in history. Mark tells us in the Great Servant has arrived.
We live in a society that is filled with news, but most of it is less than encouraging. Wouldn’t it be nice to hear GOOD news? Mark tells us that Good News is possible – and it involves the person of Jesus. Listen as we introduce a new sermon series in the gospel of Mark.