Mark 4:35-41

“Peace! Be still!”

1) Jesus makes the wind be still.

2) Jesus makes us be still.

Mark 4:26-34

Understanding the kingdom of God.

1) The kingdom grows by the power of God.

2) The kingdom grows much larger than could ever be expected.

Colossians 2:13-17 (Confirmation Sunday)

Theme: Jesus, Jesus, Only Jesus

1) Jesus is greater than Old Testament ceremonial and civil law.

2) Jesus is greater than all the philosophies of our day.

Romans 8:12-17

Theme: The Triune God makes us part of his family.

1) Led by the Holy Spirit

2) Adopted by the Father

3) Shared by Christ

John 15:26–27; 16:4b-11

Theme: God never leaves his people.

1) Even his disciples at Jesus’ death and ascension.

2) Even us in our moments of isolation.

Acts 6:1-9, 7:2a, 51-60

Theme: God prepares his Church to exist in the world.

1) The Church stands ready to serve the needs of the world.

2) The Church stands ready to endure the persecutions of the world.

John 15:9-17

Theme: "I have called you friends."

1) What a friend you have in Jesus!

2) Now go be a friend for Jesus.

Acts 4:32-37

Theme: True Christian Love

1 John 4:1-6

Theme: Know what you confess.

John 20:19-31

Theme: "Peace be with you!"

1) To the Disciples

2) To Thomas

3) To Us