Ray Bentley

Important facts are often backed up with confirmation. Reporters should try to secure multiple sources for testimony is often confirmed with multiple witnesses. Well, today, Pastor Ray points out our forgiveness of sin was paid for by Jesus crucifixion, and it was confirmed when Jesus rose again.

Mark Chapter 16

Jesus lived the life of a pauper. We read of no real earthly possessions. He didn't live paycheck to paycheck. He lived meal to meal. And yet, after his death, his body was laid in a rich man's tomb. What's the significance of that and why that gesture of generosity? Well, we'll find out today.

Mark 15:42-47

We all know that Jesus paid for our sins on the cross, but that sacrifice was surrounded by circumstances and symbolism that yield great insights into God's plan and the Lord's care for you and me. Glad you're along for our studies in the Gospel of Mark today and our careful study of the Crucifixion.

Mark 15:33

Is Jesus some ivory towers savior who rules from on high but doesn't know the plight of the common man? No. He came to Earth as a common man and experienced real pain like we do. Even to the point of being brutally beaten and crucified today. What encouragement and reassurance that offers.

Mark 15:21

We refer to Jesus as Lord. It's as if it's a second name or a term of endearment. Actually, if Jesus is Lord, He's in charge. Calling Jesus, Lord means we acquiesce. We yield to His leadership and direction. And today, Pastor Ray points out Jesus invited that devotion.

Mark 15:21-32

Suffering and injustice is painful. Plotting revenge or retribution somehow pacifies our flesh. We want to settle the score. But was that Jesus approach? Pastor races. It was just the opposite. Jesus taught us to forgive our enemies, to bless them. We'll see the benefits of that approach today. Mark Chapter 15:1-20

Many of us can think of certain court cases that were highly irregular. Certain facets of the proceeding called into question whether the outcome was just inappropriate. Today, Pastor Ray points out those same kinds of concerns hung over the trial of Jesus like dark thunderclouds.

Mark 14

When Jesus faced serious accusations after he was betrayed in the garden, he became a life and death matter. He had the opportunity to defend himself. Yet he didn't. Why? Why hand his accusers an uncontested victory? We'll find out today as pastor leads our study of the final hours of The Lord's life.

Mark 14

Today, it's a dramatic moment when Jesus was in the garden of good, summoning God incarnate faced a tremendous sacrifice. His disciples pledged their devotion even unto death, then couldn't even stay awake long enough to pray with Jesus. Today, a lesson on perseverance in the midst of spiritual battle. Mark 14:27

When we're suffering, when we're facing a tough, tough trial, it can seem like the loneliest place in the world. But finding out that you're not alone and the pain that can make all the difference. Today, Pastor Ray points out how Jesus shares in our suffering.

Mark 14:27