Friday, June 30, 2017

Mark 44 - How Does the Story End?

Mark 16: 9-20 The end sometimes is the most suspenseful. So with the Gospel of Mark, there are things we need to discuss.

Thursday, June 29, 2017

Mark 43 - The Lesson of the Empty Tomb

Mark 16: 1-8 The end of the story lets us know that Christ had a purpose for coming. Mike explains why Christians love the empty tomb.

Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Mark 42 - The Funeral of Jesus

Mark 15: 40-47 No one likes a funeral. But they have a purpose. Mike talks about the purpose of Jesus funeral.

Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Mark 41 - The Significance of Christ's Death

Mark 15: 33-39 What I see every Easter is the cross. But do we really understand how important it was for Christ to suffer on the cross? Hear how Mike explains it.

Monday, June 26, 2017

Mark 40 - Mocking

Mark 15: 16-32 Our society has turned against bullies who demean others. But Jesus received treatment we would cringe at if we saw it.

Friday, June 23, 2017

Mark 39 - The Trial of History

Mark 15: 1-15 No one wants to go to court and be tried. Yet, we believe that justice will be done. That is not the case with Jesus.

Thursday, June 22, 2017

Mark 38 - Lessons Learned from History

Mark 14: 66-72 Any history teacher explains we should learn from the mistakes of the past. Well, there are some big lessons to learn in today's message.

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Mark 37 - The Unjust Justice System

Mark 14: 53-65 Most have a high regard for judges and courts. But what if the same sin nature is also at work there? Mike reveals the justice in the justice system.

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Mark 36 - Overcoming Temptation

Mark 14: 27-52 Temptations will come. So are we prepared to face them? Hear Mike explain how we can overcome what comes at us.

Monday, June 19, 2017

Mark 35 - A Fitting Memorial

Mark 14: 12-26 When do we remember? We have a Memorial day to remember the sacrifice of others. Do we remember what Jesus did for us? Mike says this is fitting.

Friday, June 16, 2017

Mark 34 - Don't Waste it!

Mark 14: 1-11 Opportunities come at some unexpectant times. Are we ready to respond? Jesus gives us opportunities that we should not waste.

Thursday, June 15, 2017

Mark 33 - What God Wants to Know About Prophecy

Mark 13: 1-37 What will the future bring? Most would love a heads-up. Jesus lets us know some peaks at what to come.

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Mark 32 - Jesus at a Press Conference

Mark 12: 13-44 There is a moment in Jesus's life when he was barraged with questions. Hear how Mike explains the answers Jesus gave.

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Mark 31 - Right Question Wrong Choice

Mark 11: 27- 12: 12 Asking the right questions about things can show intelligence. But what if you respond the wrong way? Mike reveals the right way.

Monday, June 12, 2017

Mark 30 - The Use and Misuse of Prayer

Mark 11: 12-26 Prayer is so important in our lives, but sometimes we don't realize we are doing it wrong. Jesus talks about it.

Friday, June 9, 2017

Mark 29 - Jesus and a Donkey

Mark 11: 1-11 When Jesus entered into Jerusalem, He did it in an unusual way. This was important even at the time they did not understand it. Mike explains.

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Mark 28- Can You See As Well As a Blind Man?

Mark 10:46-52 Sometimes we think we can see perfectly but in reality we cannot see at all. At least, I mean spiritually. Mike explains.

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Mark 27- What Do I Get Out of This?

Mark 10: 28-45 Jesus demands sacrifice as his disciples, but what is the benefit of us? Mike details the benefits of a life following Jesus.

Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Mark 26 - Be Like a Child

Mark 10:13-27 Jesus talked about children because he wanted to use them as an illustration to explain our relationship with God.

Monday, June 5, 2017

Mark 25 - The Divorce Debate

Mark 10: 1-12 Jesus taught a very strict doctrine of divorce. Some question it. Mike lays out what Jesus said about this important topic.

Friday, June 2, 2017

Mark 24 - War and Peace

Mark 9: 30-50 As believers we should struggle with sin, but some believers make peace. Mike talks about our war with the world.

Thursday, June 1, 2017

Mark 23 - Doubting Faith

Mark 9: 14-29 We often struggle with faith. We believe, but at times we don't believe. Mike explains how that is what many struggle about.