Community Church of West Garden Grove CCWGG
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- Religion & Spirituality
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Podcast of weekly sermons from Community Church of West Garden Grove by Pastor Eric Williams and guest speakers.
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Mark: Wicked Tenants
This week we look at the parable of the Wicked Tenants - how Jesus utilizes a teaching technique called a remez - to point the religious leaders toward Isaiah 5: 6 Woes and a Song of Judgment.
Text: Mark 12.1--12
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Mark: Authority
This week we look at the question of Jesus' authority in light of his actions in the temple, and triumphal entry. Unable to answer Jesus' question regarding John's authority, they lie. How do we tell lies and listen to lies... and what can we do to combat this in our lives.
Text: Mark 11.27--33
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Mark: Killing Trees and Temples
This week we look at the passage in which Jesus curses, then kills a fig tree... and what that says about his temple actions which are sandwiched in between. Lastly we close with how this all relates to prayer!
Text: Mark 11.12--26
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Mark: The 'Triumphal' Entry
This week we look into Jesus' upside down 'Triumphal' entry.
They/We - Shout Hosanna, Waive Palm Branches, Go 'Ahead' and 'Behind'...
And our calling to be with Jesus in Bethany.
Text: Mark 11.1--11
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Mark: The Rich Young Ruler
The Rich Young Ruler - This morning we look into Jesus' encounter with the Rich Young Ruler and the obstacles of wealth we all face.
Text: Mark 10.17--31
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Resurrection Sunday: A Strange Ending
This week we discuss the strange ending in the book of Mark! Three possible ideas are: Missing Text, Dull Discipl'us', and Intended Genius. Then we connect the possible endings with thoughts on our own lives with Christ.
Text: Mark 16.1--8
Teacher: Eric Williams