Sermons on Mark 1:14-21:

The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Quintin Marrow on Oct 18, 2000

Text Summary: In his narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Son of God, and, as such, that He alone possesses the authority of God the Father.

Text Summary: In his narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Son of God, and, as such, that He alone possesses the authority of God the Father. INTERPRETATION: Jesus’ authority is demonstrated: 1) In His teaching (vv. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

The Dog You Feed

Contributed by Richard Jones on Nov 3, 2000

With forces struggling for our attention, the dog you feed will always win.

The dog you feed Mark 1:21-28 EXTERNAL FORCES You see it whenever two powerhouses meet in a sports contest. Two unbeaten university football teams meet in a championship. As a matter of fact I seem to remember an epic game between Notre Dame and Georgia Tech…Wow what a game. Who won that one? Or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15, Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Defining Discipleship Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

An expository teaching message on Luke 14:25-35.

Luke Series #69 June 23, 2002 Title: Defining Discipleship Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info <http://www.newlifeinchrist.info> Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are continuing in Chapter 14 of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35, Mark 1:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow Me Series

Contributed by James Scott on Sep 22, 2002

Jesus calls us to Follow Him. Some followed Jesus for less than stellar reasons. Why do you follow Him?

Jesus’ Two (2) Word Message — “FOLLOW ME” Text: Matthew 4:17-25; Mark 1:16--20; Mark 3:12-19; Mark 6:7-12; Key Verse: (John 6:38) For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me. Left their Profession Left their Parents--personal life (Mat 12:50) For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-25, Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Big Boss From Galilee

Contributed by Phil Rownd on Oct 3, 2002

Jesus’ authority makes certain demands on us, but it also empowers us to follow Him wholeheartedly.

The Big Boss From Galilee Mark 1:14-28 Introduction About a year ago I was struggling with one of the boys in Sunday School. I looked him in the eye and asked a question I felt sure would bring him in line: “Brandon, who is in charge here?” That kid wasn’t gonna let me get away that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Voice Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 9, 2002

Four ways Jesus speaks with authority to break through into our lives.

One of my favorite movies is the Indiana Jones movie The Last Crusade. It’s the story of Indiana Jones and his father’s quest for the holy grail, the legendary chalice that Jesus used in his Last Supper with his disciples. In one of the final scenes, the ancient temple they’ve found the chalice in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Go Fishing

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2001

We are called to be "fishers of men".

LET’S GO FISHING MARK 1:14-20 Introduction: 1. We all have certain things we like to do with our leisure time and one of my favorite is fishing. a. A couple of weeks ago, my family and I wanted to do some fishing up in the mountains, but due to all of the fires, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Foolish Fisherman – A Modern Parable

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 15, 2001

Check your lures.

The Foolish Fisherman – A Modern Parable Bob was a fisherman. He was a great fisherman. He lived, ate, and breathed fishing. He told everybody about his love for fishing and tried to get everyone involved in fishing. Some tried it and some only listened, but nothing deterred Bob from his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

In this narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Almighty Son of God, and, as such, that He possesses the very authority of God.

I. Christ?s authority was demonstrated In His teaching (verse 22) A. By His manner of teaching 1. Taught with authority not from tradition a. Matthew 15:9 "But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men." b. Other teachers relied on esteemed men. They taught their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelist Mary Magdalene

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Dec 18, 2002

The Book of Mark speaks of Mary Magdala as a devoted Disciple of Christ. This sermon details her ministry to Him even after death and the resurrection!

THE MINISTRY OF S.A.R.A.H. Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks Lyons, Georgia PRAYER: Heavenly Father, Thank You for an opportunity to share your Holy Word with the world once again. Thank you for giving me the vision to realize that Your Word should not be locked up in the mind’s of your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15, Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 8, 2003

Have you ever wondered why Jesus, the Incarnate Son of God needed to be baptised?

Sharrington/Swanton Novers 09-03-03 Story: In the fifth Century AD St. Patrick baptised King Aengus by full immersion. During the baptismal ceremony, so the story goes St. Patrick leaned on his sharp-pointed staff and inadvertently stabbed the king’s foot. After the baptism ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: Anglican

Baptism Of Our Lord B

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Jan 9, 2003

Out of chaos comes the words, "You are my beloved Son, with you I am well pleased."

Baptism of Our Lord B 12 January 2003 Mark 1:4-11, Genesis 1:1-5 Rev. Roger Haugen The Genesis reading is one of my favourites. You get a sense of this wonderful, foreboding mass of moving water. This is the little Hebrew I still remember. Verse 2 “the earth was a formless void and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-14, Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Fishers Of Men Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 13, 2003

First in a series about Fishing for Men! (Adapted from Standard Publishing 1998 Vacation Bible School "Hooked on Jesus")

Sermon for 4/19/98 Fishers of Men Introduction: A. Clarence Darrow, the great criminal lawyer of another day, had among his friends a young minister. This seems strange, because, as you remember, Darrow was usually thought of as an atheist, infidel, agnostic or what have you. They were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22, Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gone Fishin' Series

Contributed by Mark Winter on Jan 17, 2003

God’s love for all people compels us into the deep--not stay in the dock

It’s the Bible story that everybody knows, right? Even unchurched folks can tell you about Jonah. He was the guy swallowed by the whale. A story immortalized in children’s picture books everywhere. A fantastic, bizarre tale of a reluctant prophet, a huge fish, and a pagan city. Do you remember the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:4-5, Mark 1:17

Denomination: Methodist

An Encounter With Jesus

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 22, 2003

A sermon for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany The call of 4 disciples

3rd Sunday after Epiphany Mark 1:14-20 An Encounter with Jesus   Today four more common men have an encounter with Jesus. If you remember last week’s sermon, we looked at the call of Philip and Nathaniel. Jesus had called Philip and then Philip told Nathanael about his encounter with Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Lutheran