Listen to sermon audio here. Sermon Manuscript: What makes someone a good public speaker? Humor is nice. A commanding tone that doesn’t come across as domineering, but still has a warmth to it. Simplicity in verbiage that doesn’t err on the side of sounding uneducated. Knowing when to explain things more and when to shut … Continue reading The Purpose of Parables (Mark 4:1-12)
Category: Mark
Lucipher, Lunatic, or Lord (Mark 3:7-35)
Sermon Audio Sermon Manuscript: In April of 2019, John T. Earnest penned these words: “To my brothers in Christ of all races. Be strong. Although…Satan will attempt to corrupt your soul with the sin and perversion he spews—remember that you are secure in Christ. Turn away from your sin. Not because it is required for … Continue reading Lucipher, Lunatic, or Lord (Mark 3:7-35)
Sabbath Rest (Mark 2:23-3:6)
https://qbc.org/sermons/550313--jesus-lord-of-the-sabbath Sermon Manuscript: How do you feel? Do you feel tired? Get enough sleep last night? Has this week been a good one, or a difficult one? Isn’t it amazing how rarely we hear about people having a restful week? Work is always overwhelming, the home is always too much to manage, school is always … Continue reading Sabbath Rest (Mark 2:23-3:6)
Jesus, Friend of Sinners (Mark 2:13-22)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Jesus the King (Mark 1:1)
https://sermons.faithlife.com/sermons/534185-who-do-you-say-i-am Sermon Manuscript: Jesus the King Who is Jesus? This is a Christian church; you are here on a Sunday morning, so I am assuming that you hold a very high view of who He is. But, for someone who is arguably the most influential person who ever lived, it is remarkable how many versions … Continue reading Jesus the King (Mark 1:1)
The Grandeur of God as the Gospel (Isa. 40:9-31)
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)








