Sermons on Mark 10:39:

The Service Of Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013

The road which the Lord sets before us is not easy. It requires us to give up our selfish ambition, and to walk the path of service. Yet it is a route which leads to a crown of glory for ALL who follow Jesus.

THE SERVICE OF CHRIST. Mark 10:32-45. The disciples of Jesus were amazed that Jesus had ‘steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem’ (Luke 9:51). They were beginning to have the clear apprehension that such a route would lead to their Master’s premature death, and that the promises of His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

At The Right Hand Of God

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Nov 8, 2014

A perspective on Mark 10: 35-45. But what are our reactions, our thoughts, and our feelings towards these two audacious characters James and John?

Mark 10: 35-45 At The Right Hand Of God How should we think about James and John, the sons of Zebedee? How should we think about the day they went to Jesus and said to him: “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” And when Jesus answered, “What is it you want ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Free Not To Be Me

Contributed by David Roth on Mar 21, 2015

Lent 5 (B). Christ gave his life as a ransom, freeing us not only from sin, but from our own flesh and the power of the devil. We are now free to serve others, as we live under Him in His kingdom.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Free not to be me” Jesus and his disciples are on their way to Jerusalem. And as they are walking, He is telling them about His upcoming ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Listen Up!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 21, 2015

Now, where is God leading you? Is God leading you or are you trying to lead God?

Mark 10:32-45 (NKJV) 32 Now they were on the road, going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was going before them; and they were amazed. And as they followed they were afraid. Then He took the twelve aside again and began to tell them the things that would happen to Him: 33 "Behold, we are going up to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

Radiating Christ In A Darkened World

Contributed by Ed Hedding on Apr 28, 2014

We are called to do good works after salvation. This sermon encourages all who are Christ followers to use their spiritual gifts to support and serve the body and the body of mankind as well.

Radiating Christ in a Darkening World Scripture Reading Mark 10: 35 - 45 35 And James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came up to him and said to him, “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” 36 And he said to them, “What do you want me to do for you?” 37 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship - Warts And All

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 13, 2015

Theme: Self-surrender/sacrifice/servanthood Proposition: Through a series of trials and errors Jesus is able to teach His disciples the true walk of a disciple - that of self-surrender/sacrifice/servanthood

Scripture: Mark 10: 32 - 45; Psalms 104:1-9; Hebrews 5:1-10 and Isaiah 53:4-12 Title: "WARTS AND ALL" Theme: Self-surrender/sacrifice/servanthood Proposition: Through a series of trials and errors Jesus is able to teach His disciples the true walk of a disciple - that of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Nazarene

Having A Healthy Ambition

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Oct 14, 2015

We are all ambitious, in one way or another. That is how God created us. We should be ambitious for who we are.in Christ Jesus. Ambition is a healthy thing when it motivates us to reach our God-given potential.

For thse not familier with an Anglica Service: there are four Scripture readings prior to the message. Today's assigned readings are: Job 38:1-7 & Job 34:41; Psalm 104:1-9; Hebrews 5:1-10 and Mark10:35-45 What does it mean... to be ....ambitious? When is ambition.... healthy,... and when can ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Anglican

"Where Should We Seat?"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 17, 2015

The sermon shares where we should set in service to God and our neighbors. Disciple set in the seat of Pride, but where should we the redeemed of God set? WE need to be seated in the seat of service.

“Where Should I sit?” Mark 10:35-45 1. James and John have a Selfish Petition • James and John come to Jesus, not with a request, but a demand: "Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you" (v. 35). • "What is it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Methodist

Heaven’s Definition Of Greatness

Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 17, 2015

Sometimes we have the idea that if we follow Jesus we are guaranteed to receive a reward. When that happens we forget that Jesus’ ministry was one of serving others. He gave himself for the sake of others, including suffering for their salvation.

In Mark 10:35-45, Jesus once again told his disciples everything that would happen to him in Jerusalem-his trial, death, resurrection and ascension. James and John seized this opportunity to ask for the highest positions of honour in his kingdom-at the right and left hands of Jesus. They forgot ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Anglican

Malware In The Church

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 19, 2015

A healthy faith community is characterized by Christ-like humility and mutual consideration.

Title: Malware in the Church Text: Mark 10:35-45 Thesis: A healthy faith community is characterized by Christ-like humility and mutual consideration. Introduction This week I began reading The Girl In the Spider’s Web… another Scandinavian mystery novel. It is the 4th book of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Improving Your Serve Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 27, 2017

If we want to improve our serve we must monitor our motives, prepare for problems, exalt others and follow the example of Christ.

Improving Your Serve Mark 10:35-45 Rev. Brian Bill March 25-26, 2017 As a mother was preparing pancakes for her two young sons, Kevin and Ryan, they began to argue over who would get the first one. Not wanting to miss a teachable moment, the mom said: “If Jesus were sitting here, He would say, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Ambition

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Apr 4, 2017

James and John wanted to to sit at Christ's side in His kingdom - is this raw ambition? or is there something else here we can learn from?

Ambition Matthew 20:20 - 28 Today we see two of Jesus' closest disciple being ambitious, the request to sit at Christ's side in His kingdom. Ironically in Mark’s gospel it is James and John who actually come to Jesus with this request. In Matthew, today's gospel, it is their mother… ambition. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45

Hometown - Pt. 3 - Playin' Keep Away Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 19, 2016

Hometown. Comfortable confines. Known streets. Familiar sights. Our people. Our mission field? Our challenge? Our assignment?

Hometown Pt. 3 - Playing Keep Away Introduction Apathy. It is the target of our attack. It is the epidemic of our day. We are swamped with the "I don't cares!" We don't want to be bothered or interrupted with concern. We walk through life avoiding involvement by using every excuse/loophole we can ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ambition Of James And John Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 3, 2018

James and John were naturally talented and dedicated to the Lord. Their mother, just like many mothers today, wanted the best for her children, and so a few days before Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, she made a request in behalf of her children.

April 20, 2006 Near Jordan (37) Ambition of James and John Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45 20 Then came to him the mother of Zebedee’s children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him. From Matthew 4:21 we know that the two sons of Zebedee were the apostles James ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

What's In It For Me? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

There are three major themes addressed in this passage: Suffering, Servanthood, and Sacrifice. Whenever you study the Bible you should always ask yourself these two words: SO WHAT? Now that I've learned this, what changes will this make in my life?

INTRODUCTION Our friend, Paul Baloche, who lived for many years in Lindale, Texas has written or co-written over 120 worship songs. Perhaps his most popular song is “Open the Eyes of my Heart, Lord” which I’ve borrowed his song title for this message. In the early 90’s, when Mike and I had only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist