Sermons on Mark 15:57-16:9:

"Living Under Pressure"

Contributed by Don Baggett on Aug 13, 2011

Jesus gave us an example of how to get through every kind of pressure, and He has provided for us to live abundant lives.

If you look at the title that I have assigned to this passage of Scripture, you will immediately know that this message is going to be relevant to you. Regardless of who you are and what you do, I would venture to say that you know what it is to feel the pressures of life crowding in on you. One ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

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

The Compassion Of The Christ

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 15, 2011

Compassion of Christ

“The Compassion of the Christ” Mark 5:1-20 Mark 5:19 “Howbeit Jesus suffered him not, but saith unto him, Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee, and hath had compassion on thee.” God's Compassion The word compassion appears ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

God Prepares A Way Series

Contributed by Tim White on Aug 15, 2011

As God prepared a way for mankind to be redeemed, He has prepared a way for you.

* Beginning series, Look At Jesus, A Study of the Book of Mark. * “God prepares a way” * For a theologians, Mark is an important Gospel. * Many call this the Gospel of Peter. * Mark, the author, is John Mark. * We first find John Mark in acts. Peter is released from jail goes to where ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe In Miracles

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Aug 20, 2011

In a society that doesn't believe miracles are for today, I believe in miracles, because I believe in God.

Introduction: do you believe in miracles? Would it shock you if you knew that almost half of people polled in America said they didn’t believe miracles were for today. We know that the Bible is full of miracles, but seemingly less miracles are happening now a days, what is the reason, how ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Pigs Can't Swim Series

Contributed by Tim White on Aug 22, 2011

Just as demon-possessed pigs can't swim, neither can some of the pigs of sin we allow in our lives.

Mark 5:1-20 ILL. I was recently contacted by a pulpit committee that was interested in my ministry. I met with Chairman of the Disenchanted, Bro Tepid. He described his church; First Lukewarm Church of the Apathetic. “Nothing too boring, nothing too exciting. We want it to fit into our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciple's Life: A Tale Of Two Jews Series

Contributed by Dan Boyce on Aug 26, 2011

In this sermon we will compare and contrast two Jews we encounter in the Gospels. One is a wealthy young ruler and the other is a widow. One has much and gives little. The other has little and gives much. Instead of the “balanced” life we often are ex

The Disciple's Life: A Tale of Two Jews Mark 12:41-42 (Luke 21:1-4); Mark 10:17-30 (Luke 18:18-29) Today is Pentecost! Pentecost is the Jewish feast that celebrated the early grain harvest. It is on this day that the church was born in Jerusalem when a group of 120 disciples of Jesus were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: *other

The Witness Of John Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 27, 2011

John, and we, need to be prophets to our cultures.

Martyrdom of John the Baptist August 29, 2011 Testimony of the Saints Popular culture almost always gets everything wrong. Thus today’s celebration, which in the pre-Vatican II liturgy was a feast, not a memorial, is totally misinterpreted by pop culture. In the view of the secular world, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:17-29

Denomination: Catholic

"Hospital Or Church"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 2, 2011

Jesus said that it is the sinners who need a doctor. This lesson will help you to see how you can turn your church into a hopital and serve the needy.

I am sure you have heard people say: “If I walked in that church the walls would fall down”, “The church has a bunch of hypocrites”, “All they want is my money” and on and on. You see, we have a false view of what church is. Mark 2:16,17 “When the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:16-17

Rich Young Ruler Series

Contributed by Bob Garbett on Sep 2, 2011

Sermon is part of series based on questions people asked Jesus.

Mark 10:17-22 What kind of questions do you think you might ask Jesus? I. The Background (v. 17) The QUESTIONER – Luke tells us he was a ruler and we are also told he was rich. His APPROACH His Greeting – Rabbi GOOD? Good – as in compared to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Does Jesus Care About Us? Series

Contributed by Bob Garbett on Sep 2, 2011

Examines question asked of Jesus - "Don't you care about us?"

Mark 4:35-41 What kind of questions do you think you might ask Jesus? In today’s message, we will look at the question, “Jesus, don’t you even care?” Maybe you are, or you have been in a position where you wanted to ask that question. I. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Peace Be Still! He Really Cares!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Sep 3, 2011

We can have peace in the midst of the storms because He said we are going over and not under and because He is there watching over His word to perform it.

Mar 4:35-41 And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. (36) And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships. (37) And there arose a great storm of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Servant Judge

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 4, 2011

Jesus curses the fig tree and cleanss the temple. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). The outburst. •(1). The reason for his anger. •(2). The direction of his anger. (B). The tree. •(1). The problem - Fruitlessness •(2). The lessons – Faith& Prayer. (C). The Temple. •(1). Corruption. •(2). Cleansing. SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-26

Denomination: Brethren

Learning To See That We May Follow

Contributed by Carl Greene on Jun 21, 2010

The Greek word for “roadside, road and ‘way’” are the same word. Bartimaeus ask for and received his sight. Upon seeing clearly, he got up and followed [Jesus] along the road… along the “way.”

“What do you want me to do for you?” If Jesus were to come through the doors of this sanctuary this morning, walk up the center isle then suddenly pause, then turn to you and ask that question….how would you respond? Think about that question for just a moment. “What do ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Methodist

Steps Toward Healing

Contributed by Mark Lawing on Jun 28, 2010

The medical profession has made great progress in sustaining life over the last century. However, it would appear that at the end of these longer lives more people are going to hell than ever before. We need spiritual healing

Mark 10:46-52 The medical profession has made great progress in sustaining life over the last century. The average age for an American is fast approaching 80. The development of antibiotics has reduced deadly disease to simple treatable sicknesses. It is believed that George Washington died of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist