Let’s pick up where we left off last week with this question…  What does the Bible say about this Kingdom? So if the Kingdom of God is not about Israel being a political world power, then what is it? Let me give you just a few things we know about the Kingdom and why hoping … Continue reading "The Gospel That Jesus Preached, Pt. 3: “The Kingdom Is At Hand…” (continued)"

Mark 1:14-15 Complete this sentence with the first thing that comes to mind: I really hope ____________________________________. 1 Peter 3:15 – ‘but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you…”   What … Continue reading "The Gospel That Jesus Preached, Pt. 2: “The Kingdom Is At Hand…”"

Mark 1:14-15 14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God, 15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.” Hot Christmas toy: Transformers – “more than meets the eye” At first glance it looks like a car or … Continue reading "The Gospel That Jesus Preached, Pt. 1: “The Time is Fulfilled…”"

Mark 6:30-44 Jesus’ priority is ________________ 1 John 3:16-18If we do not share Jesus’ compassion for people, we are disconnected from His heart and disengaged from His mission regardless of how sound our doctrine is.Psalm 23 Jesus’ ________________ are His answer to the need. Jesus expects ________________  ________________ in the small things. Jesus broke the impossible … Continue reading "When “Not Enough” is “More Than Enough”"

Mark 6:7-13 A few weeks ago we read about how the whole city gathered at the door… the next morning Jesus arose early to pray, Peter found Him and said, “Everyone is looking for you.” Jesus response was, “Let’s go to the next towns that I may preach there, for that is why I came … Continue reading "Called and Sent"