Sermons on Mark 1:57-63:

Responsible Citizenship

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.

RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.: Examine diff. viewpoints regarding the separation of church and state Issue: the obligation of believers to God's kingdom vs. our obligation to the state Specific issue here ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Responsible Citizenship

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

TWO SELFISH DESIRES WHICH SPIRITUAL LEADERS MUST AVOID 1.

TWO SELFISH DESIRES WHICH SPIRITUAL LEADERS MUST AVOID 1. The Selfish Desire for Recognition (in 4 realms) a. In everyday life b. In everyday speech c. In the religious assembly d. In the social setting 2. The selfish desire for money a. Pursued by exploitation b. Pursued by religious ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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

Who Killed Jesus? - A Good Friday Meditation

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Tonight we remember the death of our Lord and Saviour.

1. Tonight we remember the death of our Lord and Saviour. Death is often a horrible experience. What makes our Lord’s death even more horrible is that He was killed, murder by the brutal act of crucufixion. 2. This evening, we ask - who could have done such a thing? Who killed Jesus? There are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What We Do With Jesus After He Has Died?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Joseph of Arimathae shows how we are to react to Christ when He does not seem to come through and when our hope seems lost.

Introductory Considerations 1. This day is the darkest day the world has ever seen - the day when the Son of God died on a cross because of our sin. 2. In our tenebrae presentation, the disciples are following Jesus and His ministry is going well - but as we will soon see, they will all leave him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:42-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joy Comes In The Mourning

Contributed by R Davis on Oct 18, 2000

Main Idea: We can find hope, love and faith in the words spoken by the angel on that first Resurrection Sunday.

Main Idea: We can find hope, love and faith in the words spoken by the angel on that first Resurrection Sunday. Interrogative: Is there a message for today us in the words spoken by the angel on that first Resurrection Sunday? I. Background (vv. 1-5) II. A Word That Gives Hope. (v. 6) 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:5-7

His Commission Our Mission

Contributed by Gary Osteen on Oct 18, 2000

In this commission Jesus pointed out: 1.

In this commission Jesus pointed out: 1. Our Ministry - sharing the message with all the world. 2. Our Message - The good news of the gospel. 3. Our Miraculous credentials - God backs up the preaching of the word. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-18

Why Central Assembly Must Be A Soul-Winning Church

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: For some time now, our church missions statement has been, "A Great Commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission will Grow A Great Church.

Intro: For some time now, our church missions statement has been, "A Great Commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission will Grow A Great Church." It's a catchy slogan, but it's more than that-IT'S THE TRUTH! In recent days, God has been dealing with my heart about the future of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20

Where Is God When Life Hurts?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

A Biblical look at the question of pain

Where is God when life hurts? Mark 5:21-43 November 6, 1999 Morning Service INTRODUCTION I. You know it’s going to be a tough day when….  You wake up face down on the pavement  You look to see the birds outside your window and see nothing but buzzards  Your B-day cake ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Church Of God

The Soil Of Our Love

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

what is the soil of your heart?

I have this against you, Jesus said, you have left your first love. Last week we learned about the carnal Christian, the one who has gotten off track, but how can it happen. How does one fall out of love? How does one transfer their affections to another? Tonight lets look at the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Handle Anger

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 21, 2000

A Biblical approach to managing anger

How to handle anger Mark 11:12-19 September 6, 1998 Morning Service Introduction I. Mikey Mantle and Billy Martin’s hunting trip A. Go to Mantle’s friend’s farm: Mantle and Martin go out to the farm, when they arrive Mantle goes to speak with his friend, friend has a dying mule and asks Mantle to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-19

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Call

Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 30, 2000

Aspects and response to the calling of God.

(Partially adapted from the Thompson Chain outlines) INTRODUCTION. A. Read text. B. We were all someone else before we were Christians. C. When we accepted Christ, we began to change. D. God has promised to conform us to Christ’s image. E. This is sometimes a slow ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bringing Real Issues To Jesus

Contributed by Chris Green on Jan 2, 2001

Jesus is concerned with our issues; He is waiting us to decide to approach Him with them.

This woman, Mark says, had an issue of blood. He gives no specific diagnosis, but most likely she suffered from an unending menstrual flow. Her issue created issues; it generated a burden of pain and pressure and persecution. She had social issues, marital issues, spiritual issues, bodily ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:22-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Too Comfortable?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001

3 Questions: "How does Jesus disturb people? Why does Jesus disturb people? How will you respond?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. In the 5th chapter of the Gospel of Mark there is an intriguing story. For many of you it is a familiar one, but let me briefly summarize it for you, & then read 3 verses from it. When Jesus & His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Commandment

Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 5, 2001

A clear answer to the question, "What Would Jesus Do?"

Mark 12:28-31 The Great Commandment INTRODUCTION: Charles Sheldon’s classic, In His Steps has achieved its greatest fame in the last few years. The novel about one church’s decision to live by the question, “What would Jesus do?” has inspired sequels, merchandise, clothing, and every ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31

Denomination: Baptist