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  1. The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 29: Hail, King of the Jews

    3D AGO

    The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 29: Hail, King of the Jews

    In Mark 15, Jesus stands trial before Pilate, silently enduring false accusations and injustice as the true “King of the Jews.” While Pilate recognizes His innocence, he yields to the pressure of the crowd, releasing Barabbas, a guilty man, in place of the sinless Savior. Jesus is mocked, beaten, and crucified, fulfilling Psalm 22 with remarkable precision as He suffers rejection, scorn, and physical torment. His death is accompanied by divine signs, the tearing of the temple curtain and the confession of a Roman centurion who declares Jesus to be the Son of God. Amid widespread fear and betrayal, a few faithful followers, including Joseph of Arimathea and the women who had ministered to Jesus, demonstrate courage and devotion by caring for His body. This passage exposes the contrasting human responses to Jesus, fear, unbelief, and faith and invites reflection on how we respond to the crucified King.

    43 min
  2. The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 28: The Pressing Place

    NOV 4

    The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 28: The Pressing Place

    In Mark 14:26–72 we follow Jesus from the Passover table to Gethsemane, the pressing place, where He faces the full weight of sorrow, betrayal, and denial. Despite the disciples’ confident words, their roots are shallow and they fall away under pressure. In the garden Jesus models both deep anguish and perfect surrender: “Abba, Father… not what I will, but what You will.” His obedience in the face of unanswered prayer becomes the foundation of our relationship with the Father. As Judas betrays Him, the disciples scatter, and Peter denies Him, the darkness deepens, but within it shines the steadfast love of God, who sent His Son to die for us while we were still sinners. In our own “pressing places,” we are invited to watch and pray, to strengthen our spirits through surrender, and to trust that God’s will, though costly, always leads to redemption.

    43 min
  3. The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 27: At the Table

    OCT 28

    The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 27: At the Table

    In this week’s passage, Jesus and his closest friends gather around the table for two significant meals within just a few days of his trial and crucifixion. As we observe the various motives and conversations among Jesus’ friends and enemies during these two meals, let’s invite Jesus to reveal himself in a fresh way to us. May we be open to the Holy Spirit to convict and refine any broken motives in our own hearts, so that we too may worship Him with a heart like the woman from Bethany.

    38 min
  4. The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 26: Stay Awake

    OCT 28

    The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 26: Stay Awake

    In today’s passage, we see Jesus spending time on the Mount of Olives with his inner circle of disciples. It’s an intimate conversation about the future and coming difficulties, yet Jesus encourages them to see beyond the coming struggle to His return and ultimate victory. Jesus gives a series of warnings so that no one leads us astray, and we don’t become alarmed when trouble comes. Instead, He calls us to stay awake, be on guard, and continue to learn and understand His Word, so that we may endure to the end.

    46 min
  5. The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 25: Put to the Test

    OCT 13

    The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 25: Put to the Test

    In Mark chapter 12, the religious leaders are feeling threatened by Jesus' power and influence. So they conspired together to put him to the test, hoping to discredit him in the eyes of the people. However, it’s actually Jesus who flips this around and reveals truth by exposing their own broken thinking and flawed assumptions. If we surrender to him, Jesus will help us see our own places of brokenness and flawed thinking, living in the freedom of His truth and love.

    43 min
  6. The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 24

    OCT 6

    The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 24

    In this week’s message (Mark 11:11-33), Jesus addresses the empty show of religion—like a fig tree with no fruit or a temple turned marketplace—and calls people back to prayer and real faith. His actions showed God’s authority and care, exposing what was false and opening the way to true life with Him. The question is simple: will we just nod in agreement, or truly give Him our allegiance and bear fruit?

    38 min
  7. The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 23: The King is Here

    SEP 29

    The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 23: The King is Here

    When Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a young donkey, He was showing the world what kind of King He is. He came in humility and peace, fulfilling a prophecy spoken centuries earlier, while the crowds welcomed Him with shouts of “Hosanna!” from Psalm 118. What they didn’t realize was that this moment also lined up with the choosing of the Passover lamb—a picture of Jesus offering Himself as the sacrifice for our salvation. The triumphal entry reminds us that Jesus is both our King and our Lamb, and like the donkey that carried Him, we’re called to bring His presence into the lives of those around us and turn over control of our lives to him.

    32 min
  8. The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 22: Take Heart

    SEP 22

    The Gospel of Mark - Pt. 22: Take Heart

    This passage tells the story of Bartimaeus, a blind beggar who recognized Jesus as the Messiah even before he received healing. Despite being silenced by the crowd, Bartimaeus cried out all the more, and Jesus stopped, called him near, and restored his sight. Jake highlighted that Jesus not only heals but brings complete wholeness (sozo): body, mind, and soul. Bartimaeus moved from sitting by the roadside to following Jesus on the way, a reminder that true faith both saves and transforms. As believers, we are called to encourage others to “take heart” and not become obstacles for those who are desperately trying to reach Jesus.

    29 min
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