Episodes

  • Jesus Walks on Water

    Jesus Walks on Water
    May 11 2025
    Contrast the responses of the crowd, the disciples, and Jesus Himself. Why did the crowd want to make Jesus' king? Why did the disciples struggle to understand despite witnessing countless miracles? And what can we learn from Jesus' choice to retreat in prayer after such a monumental event? Sermon Notes Mark 6:45 & 46 Jesus sends His disciples and then sends the multitude away and went to pray Mark 6:47 Jesus is alone on the land Mark 6:48 The disciples are having a difficult time crossing the sea, but Jesus walks on the water planning on meeting them on the other side Mark 6:49 – 52 Disciples think Jesus is a ghost and cry out. Jesus enters the boat and they are astonished. They gained no insight from the loaves and fish miracle Mark 6:53 – 56 Jesus continues His ministry and the people bring the sick wanting to be healed by Him
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    28 mins
  • More at the End than the Beginning

    More at the End than the Beginning
    May 4 2025
    The feeding of 5,000 is present in all four Gospels. Mark writes to use explaining how Jesus demonstrates compassion for a crowd. Through the miracle of the 5,000 we learn about the disciples' role, the importance of faith, and the lesson that ministry is not about the resources we have but about who we serve. Sermon Notes Mark 6:33 & 34 A large crowd comes to se Jesus, He feels compassion on them and teaches Mark 6:35 & 36 The disciples want Him to send them away and provide for themselves Mark 6:37 & 38 Jesus tells them for them to give them something to eat, but they say their resources are insufficient Mark 6:39 & 40 Jesus tells the crowd to sit down by groups Mark 6:41 & 42 Jesus blessed the bread and fish and everyone eats and is satisfied Mark 6:43 & 44 There are more bread (12 baskets full) and fish than when they started, but 5,000 men were fed
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    26 mins
  • What if Jesus Didn’t Rise Again?

    What if Jesus Didn’t Rise Again?
    Apr 20 2025
    A unique perspective on the resurrection of Jesus Christ by asking a challenging question: What if He didn't rise from the dead? Examine the implications of this question, exploring historical evidence, scriptural references, and the transformative power of faith. Sermon Notes​ What if Jesus didn’t die? Swoon Romans 5:6 – 8 If He didn’t die we are still in our sins and against God Where is the body? Disciples stole it. Matthew 28:11 – 15 If He doesn't rise our faith is useless 1 Corinthians 15:16 – 19 What are the evidence of the fact that Jesus rose from the dead 1 Corinthians 15:1 - 9
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    27 mins
  • Disciples Sent to Minister

    Disciples Sent to Minister
    Apr 13 2025
    Discover how Jesus faced opposition in His hometown, empowered His disciples, and expanded His ministry in the face of doubt. Sermon Notes Mark 6:1 – 6 Jesus’ hometown was offended by Him Mark 6:7 Jesus sends out His disciples by two giving them authority over unclean spirits Mark 6:8 – 11 Jesus gives them instructions Mark 6:12 & 13 The disciples preach, cast out demons and heal the sick
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    35 mins
  • Time Is Relative

    Time Is Relative
    Apr 6 2025
    Explore relativity of time through the lens of two individuals' encounters with Jesus. Jairus, his dying daughter, as well as a woman who has been suffering for 12 years have different stories highlighting how time can feel different depending on one's circumstances and perspective. Uncover the profoundness of faith, healing, and the power of Jesus to transform lives, no matter the situation. Sermon Notes Mark 5:21 Jesus crossed back over the sea and a large crowd gathers around Him Mark 5:22 – 24 A synagogue official implores Jesus to heal his daughter who is dying. The crowd follows Mark 5:25 & 26 A woman who has been hemorrhaging for 12 years and no doctor has helped her Mark 5:27 & 28 She had heard about Jesus and thought if she could just touch Jesus’ clothing she would be healed Mark 5:29 Immediately after touching His garment the hemorrhaging stops Mark 5:30 Jesus asks who touched My garment Mark 5:31 Disciples state the crowd is “pressing in” and yet You ask who touched Me Mark 5:32 & 33 Jesus looks at the woman and she confesses Mark 5:34 Jesus tells her her faith has made her well – go in peace and be healed of your affliction Mark 5:35 People come from Jarius’ house and tell him to leave Jesus alone his daughter has died Mark 5:36 Jesus tells him not to be afraid but believe Mark 5:37 – 40 The people in the house are in grief but Jesus tells them to stop weeping the girl is not dead, but they then laugh at Him Mark 5:41 – 43 With only the mother, father and disciples Jesus tells the little girl to get up, she does and Jesus tells them to feed her She is 12
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    27 mins
  • Frightened by Jesus

    Frightened by Jesus
    Mar 30 2025
    Explore two significant events from the Gospel of Mark that reveal the awe-inspiring authority and holiness of Jesus. Witness the disciples' journey through a fierce storm, where their fear turns to amazement as Jesus commands the wind and sea to obey Him. Then, delve into the transformative encounter between Jesus and a demon-possessed man, showcasing His unparalleled power. Sermon Notes Mark 4:35 & 36 Jesus and disciples travel by boat Mark 4:37 A storm hits and the boat is taking on water Mark 4:38 Disciples awaken Jesus out of sleep “don’t You care?” Mark 4:39 Jesus rebukes the wind and tells the sea to be still and they obey Mark 4:40 Jesus rebukes the disciples for no faith Mark 4:41 The disciples became afraid Mark 5:1 – 5 They reach the other side of the sea and they encounter a demon possessed man Mark 5:6 – 12 Jesus interacts with the demon and casts the demon out of the man and they enter a herd of swine Mark 5:13 The herd runs into the sea and drown Mark 5:14 – 17 People from the region come to find out what happened, they become frightened of Jesus and want Him to leave Mark 5:18 – 20 As Jesus is leaving the man wants to go with Him, but Jesus tells him to go home and report what happened to him, and he does
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    33 mins
  • Kingdom Growth

    Kingdom Growth
    Mar 23 2025
    Sermon Notes Mark 4:21 – 23 A light is to be used, not hidden Mark 4:24 & 25 Be careful how you judge Mark 4:36 - 29 The kingdom of God grows even if you don’t know how Mark 4:30 – 32 The kingdom of God starts very small but grows very large Mark 4:33 & 34 Jesus taught now in parables, but did explain them to His disciples
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    30 mins
  • Parable of the Sower

    Parable of the Sower
    Mar 16 2025
    Dive into the teachings of Jesus through the Parable of the Sower. Explore the different types of soil and their significance in understanding God's word, and how the condition of our hearts impacts our spiritual growth and the fruits we bear. Sermon Notes Mark 4:1 & 2 Jesus teaches Mark 4:3 A Sower sows Mark 4:4 – 8 4 kinds of ground: Beside the road; rocky ground; ground with thorns; and good soil Mark 4:9 If you have ears, and you do, hear what is said Mark 4:10 – 11 Disciples ask for an explanation of the parable. Jesus says they are granted the knowledge on the kingdom of God, but others – no Mark 4:12 Why? The unpardonable sin – While seeing they may not perceive and while hearing they would not understand Mark 4:13 Jesus starts the explanation of the parable Mark4:14 The Sower sows the word of God Mark 4:15 Those beside the road – Satan immediately comes and takes away the word Mark 4:16 & 17 Rocky soil receive the word with joy, but have no root. When affliction or persecution arises they immediately fall away Mark 4:18 & 19 Thorny ground hear the word, but the worries of the world, deceitfulness of riches or desiring other things, the word is choked off and become unfruitful Mark 4:20 Seeds on good soil bear fruit at different amounts John 15:1 & 2 The results of bearing or not bearing fruit Galatians 5:22 & 23 The fruit of the Spirit
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    35 mins