In Hebrews 12, Dean Elliott explains the great change that has taken place in heaven—a reality that should draw us daily into fellowship with God in our rightful place with Him. As we do, we can lay aside the weights and sins that burden us and exchange what is useless for what is eternal.

David denHartog teaches from Mark 15:40–16:20. This Easter message proclaims that, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, both unbelievers and believers can find true hope for the everyday struggles of life, even in the midst of failure. The disciples’ repeated failures throughout the book of Mark, including in this passage, reveal that the risen Savior is God’s answer to our shortcomings through the greatest exchange of all time: Jesus takes our failure, shame, and guilt and gives us His victory, righteousness, and glory.

Additional Scripture References: Mark 9:2-3; Mark 14:51-25

Dean Elliott preaches from Mark 15:1–39, explaining the necessity of Jesus’ death on the cross for our substitutionary atonement. He also highlights three figures—Barabbas, Simon of Cyrene, and the two robbers crucified beside Jesus—as types that illustrate the progression a follower of Jesus Christ can make.

Dean Elliott teaches from Mark 14:53–72. Today’s passage serves as a reminder of the message of the gospel—all are in need of a Savior. We will see how determined Jesus is to fulfill His mission of going to the cross to save the world, which is why He remained silent and did not defend Himself before the chief priests and council. We will also see Peter’s failure, which reveals the certainty of failure for those who rely on their own flesh instead of trusting in the Lord.

Additional Scripture References: Romans 7:18; Mark 14:50-53

Kevin Bentley teaches from Mark 14:12-52. We will see how Jesus is a faithful example of a disciple. A faithful disciple can be defined as one who keeps watch for the Master and submits to God's will by being fully dependent on Him, by the power of the Holy Spirit. Even in betrayal and suffering, believers can live faithful lives by trusting in God's sovereign will.

Additional Scripture References: Mark 13:35-37; Proverbs 16:18; John 17; 1 Chronicles 15:24

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Kevin Bentley teaches from Mark 14:1–11. In this passage, we see a contrast between those plotting against Jesus, a woman who lavishly anoints Him in love, and Judas, who agrees to betray Him. This raises an important question for believers: What is our true motive in following Jesus? Is it a genuine desire to honor and live for Him, or a desire for personal convenience and gain?

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Additional Scripture References: Proverbs 16:9; John 17:12; Mathew 16:26; Luke 22:19; Matthew 26:15; Judges 16:5

David denHartog teaches from Mark 13:1–37, where Jesus answers His disciples’ questions about the timing and signs of coming events, including the destruction of the temple and His future return. The key term in the chapter is “watch!” Jesus does not call us to calculate or predict the time of His coming, but rather to be watchful and remain faithful until He comes in power and glory.

In Mark 12:13–44, Dean Elliott summarizes Jesus’ responses to questions posed by the Pharisees, Sadducees, and scribes to trap Him. At the heart of Jesus’ teaching is a clear picture of what truly matters to God as He builds His kingdom—and what this means for believers who desire to honor Him as the sovereign Lord of their lives.

David denHartog teaches from Mark 11:27-12:12. This passage depicts how the Jewish religious leaders question Jesus' authority. We will examine four principles highlighting the importance of Jesus' authority. Additionally, the parable reveals their rejection of Jesus and serves as a warning of Judgment.

Kevin Sale teaches from Romans 8:1-4. This weekend was Cleburne’s annual Disciple Now event, which is a weekend-long retreat for 6th through 12th graders. The theme for the weekend was the sufficiency of God’s grace. Romans 7 and 8 show how one can live in the fullness of that grace.

Additional Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 12:9; Romans 7:15; Romans 6:23; 1 John 1:9; James 5:16; Romans 8:35-38