Sermons on Mark 14:1-25:

Hospitality As A Core Value Series

Contributed by Michael Erwin on Aug 2, 2003

Hospitality is a core value of Judaism and Christianity.

1. Entering kindergarten, all kids are strangers. Some handle this better than others, but all are in a new place, a strange place. 2. As adults, we often find ourselves in the role of stranger. Examples. 3. Perhaps this is why we connect with the story of God’s people: bondage in Egypt, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Congregational

Extravagant Devotion Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Aug 5, 2003

Following Jesus means living a life of extravagant devotion to Jesus.

Most people in our culture seem to think that it’s okay to be religious so long as you don’t take your religion too seriously. Many people today treat religion and faith as a kind of hobby, as if some people are into stamp collecting, some people are into building models airplanes, and other people ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving Jesus Extravagantly Series

Contributed by Clark Bates on Aug 21, 2003

Discovering what it really means to love Jesus extravagantly

LOVING JESUS EXTRAVAGANTLY MARK 14:1-11 Today we begin a new series of messages we have entitled, “Welcoming Jesus to Your World.” At first glance you might say, “this should be easy, Jesus is always welcome in my world, I always want him around.” But I want you to think about something, have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remembering Jesus Faithfully Series

Contributed by Clark Bates on Aug 21, 2003

The importance of the Lord’s Supper in maintaining your relationship with Jesus.

REMEMBERING JESUS FAITHFULLY MARK 14:12-26 How is your memory? I heard of an older couple that was having some trouble remembering so they signed up to take a memory course together. A few months later the husband was out working in his garden when a neighbor stopped by and began to talk to him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sacramental Signs And Symbols Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 11, 2002

Through the signs and symbols of Holy Communion we can use our five senses to gain a deeper understanding of God’s love for us through Jesus Christ.

SAINT AUGUSTINE GAVE PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST PROFOUND, YET BASIC DEFINITIONS OF THE SACRAMENTS. HE SAID A SACRAMENT IS SIMPLY A VISIBLE SIGN OF SOMETHING SUPERNATURAL THAT IS TAKING PLACE IN AN INVISIBLE WAY. SACRAMENTS ARE ACTIONS THROUGH WHICH THE POWER OF GOD IS OFFERED TO US. IT IS GOD’S WAY ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:22-25

Denomination: Free Methodist

Expensive Worship

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

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Expensive worship, Mark 14:3-6 August 25, 2002 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ Flip Wilson was a popular comedian several years ago, and one of his characters was a Preacher at the “What’s Happening Now Church.” Flip did a Skit where he told about this preacher. He’d shout ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Part Does Giving Play In Worship? Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 22, 2003

An examination of the worship of the woman who anointed Jesus’ head with oil.

Worship Series Sermon # 2 “What Part Does Giving Play In Worship?” Mark 14:3-9 In our first message on worship I gave you the definition that Louie Giglio gives for worship in his book “The Air I Breathe.” He said, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Meaning Of Communion Bread Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 31, 2003

Simple bread has incredible meaning when it’s used to celebrate the Lord’s Supper.

Meaning of the Bread For Christians, this is a season of remembering. We look forward to celebrating and remembering Christ’s death and resurrection but, in advance, we remember many other events and words that led up to that horrific sacrificial offering of Himself. During his final meal with his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, Mark 14:22, 1 Chronicles 5:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Real With Your Self Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 9, 2003

Lenten series based on Mark 14 and Jesus’ encounters: Jesus was so comfortable with Himself that He could encounter threatening people without being threatened; could correct hostile people without being destructive; and could receive the heart of a tortu

We wear the mask that grins and lies, It hides our cheeks and shades our eyes – This debt we pay to human guile; With torn and bleeding hearts we smile, And mouth with myriad subtleties. Why should the world be over-wise, In counting all our tears and sighs? Nay, let them only see us, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Woman Incognita

Contributed by Willie Woodberry on May 17, 2002

This sermon will be an encouragement to mothers.

Introduction: Certainly the Bible Recognizes women in positions of power women who contributed to makinng the world a better place. Miraim who led the people in praising God after the crossing of the Red Sea (ex.15:21) Ruth who put God first and became the ancesteress of King David (Ruth.1:16; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Prodigal Savior Series

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

The reckless extravagance of love, especially God’s love.

Portraits of Jesus The Prodigal Savior Mark 14:1-9 Has it ever occurred to you that one of the characteristics of love is wastefulness? Maybe wastefulness isn’t such a good word; perhaps extravagance is a better word. Has it ever occurred to you that Jesus displayed some of the traits of a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Anointed With Honor" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 11, 2003

He honors those who honor Him. (Part 3 in "The Road To Glory" Easter series)

“She has done what she could; she has anointed My body beforehand for the burial. And truly I say to you, wherever the gospel is preached in the whole world, that also which this woman has done shall be spoken of in memory of her.” “Show me the man you honor, and I will know what kind of man ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:8-9

Denomination: Orthodox

Offer Up Your Best Now

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 28, 2003

Offering up the best you can and seize the opportunity to it now.

Mark 14:3-11 OFFER UP YOUR BEST NOW Jesus was having a meal in the house of Simon the Leper. A woman brought a very special gift to Jesus. Her expression of love caused a great stir among the people watching. Jesus was touched by the acts of devotion and said, "...whatever the gospel is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Doing A Good Work For Christ

Contributed by William Baeta on Jun 19, 2003

“But Jesus said, ‘Let her alone. Why do you trouble her? She has done a good work for me. She has done what she could’” Mark 14:6, 8a.

Theme: Doing a good work for Christ Text: 1 Chron. 29:10-18; Romans 12:1-8; Mark 14:3-9 Thanksgiving is a very important aspect of our lives and always results in blessing. Every one of us has a reason to be thankful because every one of us has been blessed. Today we want to remember our many ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9, Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Service That Satisfies

Contributed by Cameron Cloud on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: One of the most successful quarterbacks in football history is Troy Aikman of the Dallas Cowboys.

Introduction: One of the most successful quarterbacks in football history is Troy Aikman of the Dallas Cowboys. An article in Texas Monthly tells of the night after winning his first Super Bowl. Instead of celebrating with his teammates, he went to his hotel room and stayed by himself for a couple ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9