Sermons on Mark 10:25-45:

Try The Impossible Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 26, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 10: 23 – 31

Mark 10: 23 – 31 Try The Impossible 23 Then Jesus looked around and said to His disciples, “How hard it is for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God!” 24 And the disciples were astonished at His words. But Jesus answered again and said to them, “Children, how ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:23-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Hey, Can You Do Me A Favor? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 4, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 10: 32 – 45

Mark 10: 32 – 45 Hey, Can You Do Me A Favor? 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 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven, But Nobody Wants To Die"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 10, 2012

A sermon about putting God first.

“Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven, but Nobody Wants to Die” Mark 10:17-31 It has been written that, “It is the desire for God which is the most fundamental appetite of all, and it is an appetite we can never eliminate. We may seek to disown it, but it will not go away. If we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Looking For A Good Room

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Oct 14, 2012

Wealth holds us back from inheriting eternal life: but wealth is anything earthyl that we hold onto as valuable in opposition to things heavenly. We must melt down these idols and consecrate the gold to the temple.

“What must I do to inherit eternal life?” (Mk. 17:17). There are two alternates to eternal life: eternal death and temporal life. Neither is appealing. Eternal life is worth struggling for. The rich young man asked the Lord what must he do. He understood that attainment of heaven was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Anglican

"Vanity, Vanity"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 18, 2012

A sermon about transformation through humility and servanthood.

“Vanity, Vanity” Mark 10:35-45 An author tells of a time that his car was struck by lightning while he was driving. When he was safe at home, he started to tell about his experience to his teenage son. He was expecting at least a bit of sympathy. Instead, his son interrupted him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Not To Be Served

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 19, 2012

Sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost, Year B, 2012

Mark 10: 335 – 45 / Not To Be Served Intro: When my children were in high school I wanted them to be the very best. I wanted them to be on the honor roll. What I really wanted as a bumper sticker the school gave to students on the honor roll that said, “My child is an honor student ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Want To Be Forever Great?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 28, 2012

Want to Be Forever Great? 1) Be eager to serve; 2) Be ready to suffer.

A twelve-year-old won a backstage pass to meet her favorite vocalist. As she was shaking hands with the pop star the fan blurted: “I would give anything to sing like you!” “Anything?” the star answered while wiping the sweat of her performance from her eyes. “Would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Lutheran

The Impossible Dream Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 30, 2012

Nothing is easier than entering the kingdom of God; nothing is more difficult. Nothing is simpler than receiving eternal life; nothing has greater obstacles to overcome.

Introduction Nothing is easier than entering the kingdom of God; nothing is more difficult. Nothing is simpler than receiving eternal life; nothing has greater obstacles to overcome. Entering the kingdom, receiving eternal life – both mean salvation. It is a salvation that requires ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Strong Drink Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 30, 2012

Jesus knew about strong drink. His whole life was but a preparation to drink, not a jigger, but a full cup down to the last dregs.

Introduction Some people questioned me about the title of this sermon, “Strong Drink.” How much do I know about strong drink? Actually, nothing; not because of virtue so much as repulsion. Those shows that show a guy tossing down a jigger of whiskey, then shaking his head and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Improving Your Serve

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

An attempt to speak about serving God in the church in a guilt-free way. Part of my series on the purposes of our church

Mark 10:35-45 – Improving Your Serve Today we are continuing our journey through the purposes of the church, the 5 God-given directions for what He wants His church to look like. We have seen that this church exists to Glorify God, to praise Him, to lift Him up, to worship Him, to point to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

The First Shall Be Last

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 7, 2011

Jesus and the rich young ruler - Mark chapter 10 verses 17-31. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). The Mans qualities: He was Enthusiastic (vs 17) He was humble (vs.17) He had courage (vs 17) He showed discernment (vs 17) He was spiritually aware (vs 17) He was moral (vs 20) He was religious (vs 19-20) (B). The Mans failure: He loved his possessions & riches (vs ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31, Luke 13:30

Denomination: Brethren

Servants Shall Be Rulers Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 13, 2011

Jesus predctis his death & James & John’s request. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). The Plan (vs 32-34): (1). The city (vs 33). (2). The conspirators (vs 33b-44a). (3). The conclusion (vs 34b). (B). The Request (vs 35-45). (1). It tells us something about Mark (2). It tells us something about the disciples (vs 35-44) (3). It tells us something about Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Brethren

D-Day

Contributed by Bret Bone on Mar 25, 2013

June 6, 1944, 160,000 Allied troops landed along a 50-mile stretch of heavily-fortified French coastline to fight Nazi Germany on the beaches of Normandy, France. General Dwight D. Eisenhower called the operation a crusade in which “we will accept not

Video.... Easter Invite 2012 Slide #1 Welcome Prayer June 6, 1944, 160,000 Allied troops landed along a 50-mile stretch of heavily-fortified French coastline to fight Nazi Germany on the beaches of Normandy, France. General Dwight D. Eisenhower called the operation a crusade in which ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-34

The Key To Being Great Series

Contributed by Delishia Davis on Apr 14, 2013

Christians have an example of greatness and a strategy to reach that point in life. If you want to be great, follow the words of our Lord and serve with humility.

Jesus got them together to settle things down. “You’ve observed how godless rulers throw their weight around,” he said, “and when people get a little power how quickly it goes to their heads. It’s not going to be that way with you. Whoever wants to be great must become ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Family Of God

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 16, 2013

I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God. I’ve been washed in the fountain, cleansed by His blood! Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod; For I’m part of the family of God, the family of God!

Matthew 10:34-38-“Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword. For I have come to ‘set a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law’; and ‘a man’s enemies will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:28-30

Denomination: Baptist