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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.

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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

Discover how Jesus faced opposition in His hometown, empowered His disciples, and expanded His ministry in the face of doubt.

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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

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.

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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

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.

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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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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

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.

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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

Dive into Mark 3:20-35 to explore Jesus' definition of family and what it truly means to belong. Learn about the importance of doing God’s will, overcoming challenges of faith, and how Jesus' teachings invite us into His divine family.

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Mark 3:20 Jesus and the disciples in such demand they can’t even eat a meal

Mark 3:21 Jesus’ kinsmen think he’s crazy

Mark 3:22 Religious leaders accuse Jesus of being possessed by Satan

Mark 3:23 – 27 Jesus responds Satan can’t cast out Satan that would be a house divided

Mark 3:28 – 30 There is an unpardonable sin – blasphemy against the Holy Spirit

Mark 3:31 & 32 Jesus’ mother and brothers come to Him and those inside let Him know that they were looking for Him

Mark 3:33 Jesus asks who are His family

Mark 3:34 Jesus says those who are present are His family

Mark 3:35 Whoever does the will of God is His family

Discover the unique calling and mission Jesus entrusted to these ordinary men and how their extraordinary journey. From Peter to the unwavering faith of Thomas, we'll explore the lives of these apostles.

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Mark 3:13 Jesus goes up a mountain and summons who He wants

Mark 3:14 & 15 12 appointed to 1. Be with Him; 2 preach & 3 cast out demons

Mark 3:16 11 are appointed and named

Mark 3:17 The 12th betrays Him

Doing good on the Sabbath through the lens of Mark. Jesus' healing of a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath, despite the scrutiny and accusations from religious leaders. Hear about the questions Jesus asked them before doing good on the Sabbath.

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Mark 3:1 – 3 Jesus, His enemies, a man with a withered hand are all together in a synagogue on the Sabbath

Mark 3:4 Jesus Asks is it lawful to do good or arm on the Sabbath, but they don’t respond

Mark 3:5 Even though Jesus is angry and grieved He heals the man

Mark 3:6 The Pharisees and Herodians seek to destroy Jesus

Mark 3:7 – 10 Jesus sought ny Jews and Gentiles to be healed by touching Him

Mark 3:11 & 12 Unclean spirits cried out who Jesus is, but He warned them not to reveal who He is

Jesus' disciples were criticized for not fasting, unlike John's disciples and the Pharisees who fasted regularly. Jesus explains that His disciples do not fast because He, the bridegroom (Messiah), is with them, making it a time for celebration rather than mourning.

Message by Pastor Joe

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Mark 2:18 – 20 Jesus’ disciples criticized for not fasting and Jesus’ response

Mark 2:21 & 22 No one uses old things on new

Mark 2:23 & 24 Disciples criticized for picking and eating grain on the Sabbath

Mark 2:25 & 26 Jesus’ response

Mark 2:27 The Sabbath was made for us and not us for the Sabbath

Mark 2:28 Therefore, the Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath