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It’s easy to chase success by seeking recognition or climbing the ladder to the top—but Jesus offers us a different model of greatness. When James and John asked for the seats of honor beside Him in glory, Jesus didn’t scold them—He redirected them. Greatness in God’s Kingdom doesn’t come through power or position, but through humility and sacrifice.

If you want to hear from God—you can. He's already told us how: listen to Jesus. But let’s be real... sometimes we hear His words and: they don’t sink in, we don’t want to obey and we don’t fully understand—yet. Still, He speaks. And when we lean in, listen, and let His Spirit work in us? That’s where transformation begins.

"Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow me." Following Jesus isn’t about comfort or convenience—it’s about surrender and self-sacrifice. The world may chase power, possessions, and influence, but Jesus calls us to a different path—one where losing our life for His sake is actually how we find it.

When Jesus saw the crowd, His first response was compassion—not calculation. With just five loaves and two fish, He provided more than enough for thousands. And not only were they fed, but there were twelve baskets of leftovers. God’s provision is never lacking—it’s sufficient, abundant, and extravagant. Even when you feel like you have little to offer, what you hold in your hands could be the key to someone else’s answered prayer.

Faith takes different forms—sometimes it's urgent and desperate, other times it's patient and persistent. No matter the season, Jesus responds personally to those who seek Him. But sometimes, His answer doesn’t look like what we expected or wanted. “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.” – Mark 5:34  “Don’t be afraid; just believe.” – Mark 5:36

Whether you’re holding on in hope or crying out in need, keep believing—He sees you, He hears you, and He is moving, even when the answer looks different than you imagined.

When the winds rage and the waves crash, remember this: Jesus is in the boat with you.  Just like He calmed the storm with His words, He speaks peace into our lives today. Fear takes over when we forget who’s in charge, but faith grows stronger when we trust that He’s near—even when He seems silent.

The same seed can produce completely different results—it all depends on the soil. In this message from reMARKable, Jesus’ parable of the sower challenges us to examine the condition of our hearts. Are we hardened, shallow, distracted, or ready to receive and grow? When God’s Word takes root in good soil, it leads to a harvest beyond what we can imagine!

Jesus challenged the religious rules of His time to reveal a deeper truth—the Sabbath wasn’t about rituals, but about rest, renewal, and relationship with God. In this reMARKable message, we explore how Jesus redefined the Sabbath, healed on a day of rest, and showed that God's heart is for people, not just traditions.

In his message from our reMARKable series, we explore the awe-inspiring moments in Mark 1-2 that left people amazed and changed forever. Jesus’ ministry was unlike anything the world had ever witnessed. He taught with authority, healed the sick, cast out demons, and forgave sins—demonstrating power, purpose, and compassion.

Many of us have heard Matthew 18:20 used to encourage small gatherings or prayer meetings—but was that really Jesus’ intent? This week, we’ll uncover the true meaning behind this verse and explore the biblical process of accountability Jesus outlined for addressing sin among believers. How do we lovingly confront others? When should we set boundaries? And how do we ensure restoration remains the goal? Join us as we dive into what it truly means to gather in Jesus’ name.