Author: Marc Sims

Jesus, Friend of Sinners (Mark 2:13-22)

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https://sermons.faithlife.com/sermons/547144-jesus-friend-of-sinners-(mark-2:13-22) Sermon Manuscript: The new King had recently taken the throne. His enemies fell before him like wax before the fire. He now returned to his palace and focused on establishing his kingdom. Rumor was that this was no ordinary king, but a king who had received divine approval—heaven itself seemed to be helping him. … Continue reading Jesus, Friend of Sinners (Mark 2:13-22)

A Deeper Healing (Mark 2:1-12)

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https://sermons.faithlife.com/sermons/543928-a-deeper-healing-(mark-2:1-12) Sermon Manuscript: Joni was a healthy, athletic teenager. She had just graduated from high school, where she was voted “Best Athlete” of her class. She was an award winning swimmer and skilled tennis player, planning on pursuing a future career in athletics. A month after graduation, however, while swimming in the Chesapeake Bay, Joni … Continue reading A Deeper Healing (Mark 2:1-12)

Authority in Word (Mark 1:16-45)

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https://sermons.faithlife.com/sermons/540489-jesus'-authority Sermon Manuscript: What comes to your mind when you think of “authority”? Is that positive or negative word? That probably depends on your circumstances in life. But, whatever your immediate thoughts are, we all, almost always, have a hard time with dealing with authority—especially when it comes to submitting to it. I think this … Continue reading Authority in Word (Mark 1:16-45)

The New Exodus (Mark 1:1-15)

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https://sermons.faithlife.com/sermons/537384-mark-1-the-new-exodus Sermon Manuscript:  “We the people…” “Four-score and seven years ago…” “Long ago, in a galaxy far, far away…” “There’s no place like home…” Its remarkable how in just a few short words, an entire story, history, or movement can be evoked. If I told a story and peppered in phrases like “the rocket’s red … Continue reading The New Exodus (Mark 1:1-15)

The End of Exile (Isa. 40:1-5)

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https://sermons.faithlife.com/sermons/531109-isaiah-40-prepare-the-way-of-the-lord Sermon Manuscript:  What sort of story are you living in? In JRR Tolkien’s The Two Towers, Samwise is walking with Frodo, reflecting on what has happened to them since they left the Shire. He realizes that if he knew ahead of time what dangers and hardships they were going to encounter, they probably would … Continue reading The End of Exile (Isa. 40:1-5)

The Enduring Word of God (Isa. 40:6-8)

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https://sermons.faithlife.com/sermons/528071-isaiah-40-god's-unfailing-word Manuscript: “Believe me…I swear…You have my word…Pinky promise…Cross my heart, hope to die, stick a needle in my eye!” What are these? Promises. What is a promise? A promise is a means by which we are pledging that our commitments are not limited to the current set of circumstances. We are saying, “At some … Continue reading The Enduring Word of God (Isa. 40:6-8)

The Grandeur of God as the Gospel (Isa. 40:9-31)

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https://sermons.faithlife.com/sermons/525347-122919-adjusting-our-picture-of-god Sermon Manuscript: “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us. ... Worship is pure or base as the worshiper entertains high or low thoughts of God.” What comes into your mind when you think about God? An old man with a long beard? A symbol … Continue reading The Grandeur of God as the Gospel (Isa. 40:9-31)