We all like to think that as followers of Jesus we wouldn’t struggle with obeying His will. As we’ll see this morning, serving is an area of the Christian life that can be a constant thorn in our side. As …
We all like to think that as followers of Jesus we wouldn’t struggle with obeying His will. As we’ll see this morning, serving is an area of the Christian life that can be a constant thorn in our side. As …
Thus far in our study of Mark 10, we’ve been challenged by the ways discipleship affects our view of all of life. This morning Jesus touches upon an area which for most can be the default source of hope and …
This morning we are again challenged by the upside down nature of God’s kingdom in comparison to the world’s way of thinking. A young man comes to Jesus seeking an answer to the most foundational of questions – what must …
As we celebrate the birth of the Savior this week, we see Mark turning our attention to children and the role they play in our discipleship. May the message we see in our passage for this morning help us see …
Every area of our lives should be filtered through the reality of our relationship with Jesus. Mark reminds us continually that as disciples of Jesus, He now gets to dictate how we should live. But that doesn’t make it easy. …
While we might not readily admit it, we can identify with the disciples’ struggle in vying for greatness in the Kingdom. We like to be honored, recognized and lifted up. This is the world’s path to greatness. But Jesus continues …
When you’re overlooked by another, how do you respond? Most often that angers us because we refuse to be dishonored or overlooked. We would never say that we’re great, but our actions often shout it. This morning we continue our …
We all desire to be great and significant. Or at the very least associated with greatness. That’s why we buy jerseys and bobble heads. But the world’s path to greatness ultimately leaves us empty and exhausted. In contrast, Jesus shows …
Failure is most often equated with regret and sorrow. Sadly this is true, but the hope giving reality is that God often uses failure in our lives to bring about wonderful change that not only transforms His people but also …
The road of discipleship is a process that often involves suffering and setback. But as we look at our passage for this morning, we are reminded that God has not failed to provide the measure of encouragement we need. May …