The Mysterious and Unstoppable Kingdom of God (Mark 4:21-34)
Today we’re covering Mark 4:21-34, three parables with one common thread: God’s methods are mysterious but his kingdom is unstoppable.
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The Parable of the Four Soils (Mark 4:1-20)
People who desire to receive God’s truth will find their lives transformed, but those who resist or ignore God’s truth will actually lose whatever insight they may already have.
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When Family Becomes an Idol (Mark 3:31-35)
Discover the rarely discussed family life of Jesus and how his family’s skepticism towards his ministry approach led to an intervention. Learn how Jesus prioritized faith and how even His family eventually came to believe in Him.
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The Unforgivable Sin (Mark 3:22-30)
To ascribe the Holy Spirit’s work through Jesus to Satan is an unforgivable insult to the Holy Spirit, because Jesus is infinitely greater than Satan.
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Training the Twelve (Mark 3:7-19)
Jesus is very popular in the world whether people are for him or against him. He’s not just looking for groupies and debates but faithful followers who will make him famous for the right reasons.
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Love vs. Legalism (Mark 2:23-3:6)
Looking to find rest and balance in your life? Learn from Jesus’ response to the Pharisees’ toxic legalism and discover the true meaning of observing the Sabbath.
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The Heart Behind the Action (Mark 2:18-22)
Religious activities are not about conforming or measuring up, but are simply a way to outwardly express your inner heart attitude to God.
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Good vs. Bad: Exploring Two Kinds of People (Mark 2:13-17)
Religion assumes that God most loves people who live up to religious demands, but Jesus shows that God values those far from him who come to him with their deepest need.
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Jesus Is Greater Than Religion (Mark 2:1-12)
Religion wants to control people’s access to God and his blessings, but Jesus invites everyone to come directly to him, by faith, to meet their needs.
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The Healing Power of Jesus: Understanding the Story of the Leper (Mark 1:40-45)
Explore the powerful symbolism of Jesus healing a leper in Mark 1:40-45 and how it relates to the healing of our sins and restoration in community.
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A Day in the Busy Life of Jesus (Mark 1:29-39)
A busy day in the life of Jesus shows us his compassion for hurting and broken people. In the midst of busyness, Jesus takes time for prayer to get recharged and focused on the main priority.
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Jesus’ Invitation to an Upside-Down Kingdom (Mark 1:14-20)
Join Jesus in his ministry and experience the power of his kingdom. Repent, believe in the Gospel and leave your old ways behind.
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Jesus Gets Us: Understanding His Baptism and Temptation (Mark 1:9-15)
Discover the true meaning behind Jesus’ baptism and temptation in Mark 1:9-15. Join us as we explore how these events shape Jesus’ public ministry, affirm His divine nature, and show His humanity.
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John the Baptist: The Disruptive Voice in the Wilderness (Mark 1:2-8)
Explore the story of John the Baptist, the voice crying in the wilderness. Get ready to dive into the impactful life of this historical figure.
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The Elements of Salvation in Christian Theology
Salvation is the application of the work of Christ to the life of individual persons. At its core, the word means “deliverance”.
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The Biblical Doctrine of Atonement
When humanity rebelled against God, God’s love compelled him to act on our behalf to restore the relationship broken by sin.
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5 Teachings About Jesus in the Early Church
Peter’s sermon in Acts 10 – the first sermon preached specifically to non-Jews – shows us five teachings of the early church on the person and work of Jesus.
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Three Truths for Every Pursuit of God
God promises that those who make a genuine commitment to pursue him will find him. In this lesson we’ll look at three truths for every pursuit, no matter where you are in the journey.
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The Six Antitheses of Jesus
The six antitheses are part of The Sermon on the Mount. Jesus called into question the oral tradition of the Pharisees and how they were teaching the law.
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Holy Week – Easter
Three days after his crucifixion, Jesus was raised from the dead. His appearance to two disciples on the road to Emmaus opens our eyes to his true identity.
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Holy Week – Good Friday
As we remember Good Friday, we can learn from the unlikely characters who encountered Jesus on the road to Golgotha – the site of the crucifixion.
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Holy Week – Palm Sunday
How do you see Jesus? Palm Sunday opens our eyes to Jesus as he really is, not as we expect him to be.
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Final Battle Instructions for the Christian Culture Wars
Peter reminds the church that the battle with our culture is not a losing effort. Thirty years earlier Jesus was the one reminding Peter of the same thing. Studying these parallel passages, we can see three final instructions.
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The Trinity: The Deity Of The Three
The three persons of the trinity are equal, none are created and all are worthy of our worship.
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