Sermons on Mark 1:1-3:30:

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

Maturity In Demonstrating Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

THE IMPORTANCE OF MATURITY IN DEMONSTRATING TRUTH TO NON-CHRISTIANS Maturity can be demonstrated in a variety of ways.

THE IMPORTANCE OF MATURITY IN DEMONSTRATING TRUTH TO NON-CHRISTIANS Maturity can be demonstrated in a variety of ways. Usually, maturity is seen in people of supreme focus on their purpose, regardless of distractions. Winston Churchill, the Prime Minister of Great Britain, who led his country out ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be A Spiritual Stretcher Bearer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1). We can bring people to Christ without committees but not without sheer determination.

1). We can bring people to Christ without committees but not without sheer determination. It may take years and numerous attempts but resolute determination will eventually accomplish the will of God. 2). We can bring people to Christ by all kinds of mean as long as we are willing to innovate. Do ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Saw The Disciples As His Greatest Accomplishment

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

So many people wonder how they can make their lives meaningful by accomplishing something great.

So many people wonder how they can make their lives meaningful by accomplishing something great. Jesus never left any doubt that His greatest accomplishment was in the producing of disciples who would help plant and grow His church. The Lord could have spent His entire ministry doing evangelism, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14, Mark 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Concentrated On Only Twelve Disciples

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

In a world where bigger is usually assorted with better, it seems that Jesus might be considered a failure by today's standards.

In a world where bigger is usually assorted with better, it seems that Jesus might be considered a failure by today's standards. After all, the Lord spent most of His time with only twelve disciples, one of whom betrayed Him. However, Jesus knew that by concentrating on twelve disciples He would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stretch Out Your Hand

Contributed by Windell Gann on Oct 20, 2000

In worship we need to "stretch out our hand" and receive gracious and wonderful blessings from God.

STRETCH OUT YOUR HAND Mark 3:1-7 (Matthew 12:9-15; Luke 6:6-12) Introduction: 1. We are going to be looking at Mark 3:1-7. But I want you to imagine in Jesus’ day the editor of the Galilee Gazette running excitedly into the press room shouting, “Stop the Press! Stop the Press!” We have a new ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-7, Luke 6:6-12, 2 Kings 6:16-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk A Mile In Their Shoes Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 24, 2000

If I am going to do battle for peace and justice, I need appropriate equipping -- sometimes for hard work, sometimes for self-defense, and always for a teachable spirit.

There may be some things of which it can be said that one size fits all, but shoes are not among them. Shoes are very personal, and when they’re wrong, they’re wrong. If they hurt, they hurt. With some things, you can make do with the wrong size – a belt that’s too long, pants that are a bit ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy Me: Cultivating The Gift Of Compassion

Contributed by Brian Mavis on Oct 30, 2000

We can develop compassion by seeing, touching and serving people the way Jesus did.

7-18-99 MERCY ME: CULTIVATING THE GIFT OF COMPASSION You know that feeling you get in your stomach when you are going down the first drop of a roller coaster. It’s the same feeling when you hear horrible news. Your stomach feels like it has just been kicked in. The New Testament has a Greek word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36, Mark 1:40-42, Luke 5:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 3, 2000

The Christians relationship to the observance of the Sabbath is examined.

THE LORD OF THE SABBATH MARK 2:23-28 Introduction: Do you remember the old blue laws? When I was a child, most stores were closed on Sunday. If a store did happen to be open, like the old Lawson stores in our neighborhood were, many sections of that store would be covered over with sheets of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

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

Christ: Compassionate

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000

Compassion comes first with Jesus.

The gospel writers did not record for us every moment of the life of Christ. At the end of his account, John tells us that “...there were also many other things which Jesus did...”. And supposes that if they were all written in detail the world would not contain the books. That may be a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Orthodox

Are You Ready To Walk

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 11, 2000

In addition to Christ, the church needs the faith and action of seekers in order to overcome its obstacles.

"Are You Ready To Walk" -Reverend A. LaMar Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church Someone once said that ‘nothing gives you quite the thrill of treading in the darkness on a step that is not there.’ Often in this life, we must walk upon steps with the uncertainty of their support. We ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Temptation Of Jesus

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 4, 2004

Even before Internet pornography, rampant materialism, and on-line gambling, there was temptation. Even Jesus faced it, and in studying His example, we can learn a lot about being victors.

THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS Scripture: Mark 1:12–13 Immediately the Spirit drove Him into the wilderness. And He was there in the wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan, and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered to Him. Introduction: Even before Internet pornography, rampant ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Goes Fishing Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 6, 2004

This is the 8th sermon in the series "From The Cradle To The Cross".

Series: ¡§From The Cradle To The Cross¡¨ [#8] WHEN JESUS GOES FISHING Mark 1:16-20 Introduction: 1. As a fisherman, I have learned several things concerning fishing. ƒà Fish where there are fish and know the conditions of the place. ƒà Find out what the fish are biting. ƒà Be persistent. 2. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Words: "I Am Willing. Be Clean!" Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Feb 19, 2004

With these words jesus shows us so much of the true nature of God: His love, compassion, willingness and reaching out to us.

Jesus¡¦ words: ¡§I am willing, be clean!¡¨ Mk 1:40-45 WBC 22/2/4pm If you¡¦re a parent here this morning you will relate to the many times our children slip over, or are covered with grime- and come to you crying, wanting 1) a hug 2) to be cleaned up - remember this with AJ cycling 4 years ago A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist