Sermon Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQ13txA5bh4 Sermon Discussion Questions: 1.     What stood out to you most? 2.     “The true Christian can think calmly about the holy God whose eyes see all his or her actions and feel: he is my Father, my reconciled Father in Christ Jesus. I am weak; I am unworthy, but, in Christ, he regards me as … Continue reading The Great Storm (Mark 4:35-41)

Watch sermon here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVw8WOCU1Aw Questions for Discussion: 1.     What was one thing that stood out from the sermon? 2.     What things in life did you assume were “certain” before this new crisis? Read through James 4:13-15. What has this taught you? 3.     What is the kingdom of God? 4.     Why do you think the first parable (Mark 4:26-29) emphasizes … Continue reading The Parables of the Seed (Mark 4:26-34)

Listen to sermon here. Discussion questions for community groups and family worship: 1. What was one thing that stood out to you from the sermon? 2. Which of the four soils do you tend to identify with most? 3. If Mark's definition of a disciple is one who "hears the word, accept it, and bear fruit," … Continue reading The Parable of the Sower (Mark 4:1-20)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)