Honest Reflection

Jesus continues to exercise His authority, and it continues to generate different responses. We see His disciples both struggling to understand Jesus and coming to amazing conclusions about who He really is. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Mark chapters 7 and 8.

As Jesus' ministry continues to grow, so too does the opposition to Him and His kingdom. He is rejected by His hometown and His forerunner is murdered, but His influence continues to grow. In Mark chapter 6, Jesus equips His disciples to do miracles and does two of His most famous miracles. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Mark chapter 6.

As the book of Mark continues, Jesus continues to display His authority. He teaches parables that highlight the authority of the kingdom that He is the head of. He continues to perform miracles and healings, and even raises someone from the dead! Jesus showing His authority on earth should help us understand why we need His authority in our lives. Listen in today as Nick and Cody talk through Mark chapters 4 and 5.

Jesus begins His ministry with amazing displays of power and teaching. People recognize Jesus' authority in what He says and the miracles He can do, and they flock to Him. In a stark contrast, chapters two and three of Mark are filled with opposition to Christ. The religious leaders constantly reject Jesus' authority even while witnessing the same miracles as believers. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Mark chapters two and three.

Mark chapter one records the early portions of Jesus' ministry. He is teaching with authority, healing, and performing miracles, all to the amazement of the crowds around Him. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Jesus' authority in the book of Mark.

The gospel of Mark tells the wonderful story of King Jesus. Mark highlights the aspects of Jesus' life that show His rulership, power, and authority. From powerful teachings, to incredible miracles, to a resurrection from the dead, Mark is sure to illustrate the Jesus has all authority. Our focus this season will be to reflect on how our understanding of Jesus' authority and kingship affects the way that we live and think. It is good to be under the authority of King Jesus.

The Hebrews author uses the last chapter to describe what our lives need to look like if we are faithful to Christ and the promises of God. His exhortations range from commands that involve our love for our brethren, our marriages, our priorities, and even our interactions with congregational leaders. The author is clear that this life is necessary for the Christian, but is only possible with the help of God. Listen today as Nick and Cody discuss Hebrews chapter 13.

In Hebrews 12, the author concludes his plea for faithfulness and endurance. The trials they are enduring can be understood as discipline from the Lord. If they can change their perspective and hold fast to Christ, they will receive the wonderful blessings that God has always had in store for them. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Hebrews chapter 12.

In Hebrews 11, the author gives examples of the endurance and the faithfulness that are necessary to please God. The examples range from notable characters like Abraham and Moses to unnamed people who were tortured, beaten, and even gave their lives for the Lord. Regardless of how difficult the task was, their faith in God motivated them to do incredible things. If the author's audience can demonstrate the same faith, the same will be true of them. Listen in today as Cody and Nick discuss Hebrews chapter 11.

In Hebrews chapter 10, the writer begins to move to the application portion of the message. All of these "better things" found in Christ should motivate someone to cling to Jesus and cling to other followers of Jesus. There is, of course, has always been danger for those who reject God or His message, but there is also great hope for those who obey God. Listen today as Nick and Cody discuss Hebrews chapter 10.