Mark

  • Toby Sumpter, (Mark 5)

    Summary In this sermon based on Mark 5, the pastor discusses Jesus’ encounters with profound challenges, illustrating three core issues: the madness of sin, its uncleanness, and the death it brings. Jesus arrives in the Gadarenes, where he confronts a demon-possessed man identified as “Legion.” After casting out the demons into a herd of about…

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  • Dave Hatcher, The parable of the sower (Mark 4)

    Summary In this sermon based on Mark chapter 4, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding God’s Word, as depicted in the parable of the sower. The text illustrates different responses to the Gospel—some people receive it eagerly, while others are distracted by worldly concerns or fail to understand it completely. The preacher urges the…

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  • Ben Merkle, The Fellowship of Grievance (Mark 3)

    Summary In this sermon, the preacher explores themes of mercy and legalism through Jesus’ interactions with the Pharisees, particularly regarding the Sabbath healing of a man with a withered hand in Mark 3. Jesus emphasizes that God desires mercy over ritual sacrifice, highlighting the danger of replacing heartfelt compassion with rigid legalism. The Pharisees, watching…

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  • Brooks Potteiger, Sinner’s Friend, Sabbath’s Lord (Mark 2)

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  • Garrett Craw, Baptism Begins Battle (Mark 1)

    Summary In the sermon on Mark 1:1-45, Pastor Craw emphasizes the significance of baptism, particularly that it initiates a spiritual battle. He highlights how John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus, who, after being baptized, is empowered to confront Satan and launch his ministry in Galilee. Key moments include Jesus’ calling of his first…

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    Summary In today’s sermon from 1 Timothy 1:15-17, the pastor emphasizes the core message of the gospel: that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, highlighting the personal testimony of Paul, who identifies himself as the foremost sinner. The sermon introduces Paul as a key figure and mentor to Timothy, framing the letter…

  • Joe Rigney, Installation of Pastor Brooks

    Summary In this sermon, based on 1 Peter 5:1-7, the speaker addresses the responsibilities of church elders, particularly highlighting the recent installation of Brooks Pottinger as assistant pastor of Christchurch, D.C. Key themes include the call for elders to shepherd willingly and eagerly, without greed or domineering behavior, exemplifying humility as they guide the congregation.…

  • Jackson Waters (Mark 16)

    Summary In Mark 16, the resurrection of Jesus is narrated, beginning with Mary Magdalene and others discovering the empty tomb and trembling in fear, leading to their initial silence. Jesus first appears to Mary Magdalene, who had seven demons cast from her; however, the disciples do not believe her report of his resurrection. Subsequently, Jesus…

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