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Breathless
Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 10, 2008 (message contributor)
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1. The Beginning
Contributed on Mar 10, 2008
The beginningof the gospel of Mark and the purpose of the life of John the Baptist.
“Breathless” A Study of the Gospel of Mark “The Beginning” February 24, 2008 Me: I love movement and action. I am constantly moving. Even when I am sitting totally still, I fidget and move to the point where I drive people around me crazy. But I love action and excitement. Everyone ...read more
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2. The Glory
Contributed on Mar 10, 2008
John the Baptist came not for his own glory, but to point others to the glory of Christ.
“Breathless” A Study of the Gospel of Mark “The Glory” March 2, 2008 Me: I have witnessed this week people who have devoted their entire lives to caring for others. As you may know, I have spent this week in the hospital in Mississippi caring for my father. While I was there I saw members ...read more
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3. Spiritual Highs And Lows
Contributed on Mar 10, 2008
The baptism and temptaions of Jesus give us principles for living the Chrisitna life.
“Breathless” A Study of the gospel of Mark “Spiritual Highs and Lows” March 9, 2008 Me: Last week was an awesome week here at LifeQuest. We had a great service and the baptism celebration. But on Monday, I was back into the routine of life. It is always hard to sustain a really spiritual ...read more
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4. When Therabbi Says Come
Contributed on Mar 11, 2008
A look at the historic process of becoming a disciple using material from Ray Vander Laan and some practical applications into our lives today.
“Breathless” A study of the gospel of Mark “When the Rabbi says Come” March 16, 2008 Me: As a student, I had a seminary professor who saw more in me than I saw in myself. He challenged me to throw myself into ministry and to passionately follow God. To this day, I still talk with him and ...read more
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5. Amazing Authority
Contributed on Mar 26, 2008
The teaching and spiritual authority of Jesus as described in Mark 1.
“Amazing Authority” March 30, 2008 Me: I have seen some amazing things in my life. • Jesus stature in Rio de Janeiro Christ the Redeemer is a statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The statue stands 130 ft tall, weighs 700 tons, and is located at the peak of the 2,296 ft ...read more
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6. Eternal Focus
Contributed on Apr 3, 2008
In order to fully follow the plan of God for our lives, we sometimes have to change our focus.
“Eternal Focus” April 6, 2008 Me: Sometimes we have to learn to see things in a different way. * Fed EX Logo We need to see beyond the obvious to the deeper level. You: Do you see things from a God perspective or from your perspective? God: Today we are going to look at an ...read more
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7. Willing Compassion
Contributed on May 15, 2008
Jesus was willing to show compassion to those in need.
“Willing Compassion” April 20, 2008 Me: Center for Student Ministries- Melanie and lady in nursing home; students moved to pass out their breakfast for someone else. You: When was the last time that your heart compassion for someone moved you to action? God: Today we are going to look ...read more
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8. Glory And Grace
Contributed on May 15, 2008
The outcome of God’s grace is the celebration of God’s glory.
“Glory and Grace” May 4, 2008 God: This week, we are looking at a section of scripture that begins a series of encounters Jesus has with the religious leaders of his day. There are five events that Mark records that do not necessarily happen in chronological order, but that are placed together ...read more
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9. Empty Stomachs
Contributed on May 15, 2008
Empty stomachs, legalistic worship and stubborn hearts lead to missing Christ’s work in our lives.
“Empty Stomachs, Legalistic Worship, and Stubborn Hearts” May 18, 2008 Me: Some stuff really bugs me: poor cell phone etiquette, driving with a blinker on, people writing checks at the grocery store. All this stuff just really bugs me and I have been trying to understand why. Basically what ...read more
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10. Victory Over Evil
Contributed on Jul 22, 2008
Jesus overcomes the demons that have been tormenting a man.
“Victory Over Evil” June 29, 2008 Me: Ladies in office with computer that talked. Thought it was a demon. The solution for this victory was for the pastor to drive to the church and turn off the computer. You: Have you ever felt like your life was full of demons? Two quick points to ...read more
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11. Victory Over Death
Contributed on Jul 22, 2008
Jesus heals a little girl who has died. Her daughter must humble himself to ask for Jesus’ help.
“Victory Over Death” July 13, 2008 Me: Story of Emily being put into NICU after her birth. Nothing really tests your faith as the safety and health of your children. You: Are there times in your life where you remember seeking God because of some major issue with your child or loved ...read more
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12. Seeds And Soils
Contributed on Jul 23, 2008
Jesus teaches about the spiritual depth of people and their reception to the Word of God.
Seeds and Soils June 8, 2008 Me: I know nothing about farming. I can’t make anything but weeds grow in my lawn. But I get fascinated by people who do understand those things. Some people can make any plant grow. When I walk through the garden section at Home Depot the plants all lean over. ...read more
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13. Come And Follow
Contributed on Jul 23, 2008
What did Jesus really call the disciples to when he asked them to follow?
Come and Follow May 11, 2008 Me: Influences in my life that I have followed: Coach Cates- hitting Gary Stanley- Speaking Bill Walthall- Serving You: who has influenced you? Who do you follow? Where are you following them? God: Today we are going to look at a story from the life ...read more
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14. Light And Dark
Contributed on Jul 23, 2008
Jesus has called us to be light into the world around us.
Light and Dark June 15, 2008 Me: I used to be terrified of the dark. I hated it. I always wanted more light and to be able to see what horrible monster was going to crawl out from under my bed. Somehow, seeing the monster made it better. There was a comfort in the light. Now, I want it as ...read more