Mark presents Jesus to us as the Son of God, emphasizing the works he did. Walk through this gospel chapter by chapter with these messages, and use the accompanying notes to get to know Jesus better through your own study.
For additional study notes see our Bible Study page on Mark. Better yet, join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 to dive into Mark's gospel together.
Mark #2
Mark #4
Mark #5.1
Mark #5.2
Mark #6
Mark #7
(February 23, 2020)
A day off each week is God's gift to us. Understand God's heart in giving it to us, and use it according to his intent. May you rest well!
**Note: Though not on the recording, at the end of the service Pastor Adam recommended reading Hebrews 3-4 for additional depth in understanding the Sabbath.
Mark #8
Mark #9
Mark #10
(May 30, 2021)
If Jesus’ parables are hard to understand, it may because you have a heart condition. Listen to his explanation of why he spoke in parables, and grasp the key that unlocks their meaning.
"Tipping the Scales" painting by Leslie Thrasher (Saturday Evening Post: Oct 3, 1936).
Mark #11
(June 6, 2021)
You cannot live a life free of fear, but you can choose your fear. In the midst of a life-threatening storm, Jesus' disciples learn where to place their fear... and their faith.
Mark #12
(June 13, 2021)
Demons want to make themselves at home in our lives, making a mess of everything they touch. Jesus' encounter with a demon-possessed man shows that when the Owner show up, he has the power to evict even the most wicked tenants.
**Note: Pastor Adam forgot to mention the last point in the outline -- "No Way" -- about the response of those who heard the man's testimony.
Mark #12
(June 20, 2021)
Many are in the Jesus crowd, but not all receive miracles. Learn from two people whose extreme need drove them to Jesus, and whose faith caused them to reach out to him.
Mark #13
(June 27, 2021)
Of all the promises given to the Christian, one is not always welcome -- rejection! Jesus suffered it, and he instructs how to respond when we are rejected because of our testimony for him.
Mark #14
(July 4, 2021)
Freedom of speech is given to us, not by the Constitution, but by God. You may be free to speak, but not to choose the consequences of your speech. Learn from John the Baptist just how costly speaking for God can be -- and how very worth it!
Additional details on those mentioned in the sermon:
Mark #15
(July 11, 2021)
A shepherd is moved with compassion when he sees sheep in need. Look at Jesus' compassionate gut reaction to the people around him, and consider how we need to respond to their needs.
Mark #16
(July 18, 2021)
Your actions show what you believe, and your reaction to Jesus reveals your knowledge of him. Learn how to grow into a fuller understanding of who Jesus is.
NOTE: Pastor Adam stopped short of completing the printed sermon outline, the last point being "Healing" (v.53-56), another way Jesus reveals himself.
Mark #17
(July 25, 2021)
Our traditions can trip us and trap us. Listen in as Jesus teaches how to keep the heart in our habits and truth in our traditions.
NOTE: Click to view the short funny video that was omitted from the recording (for copyright reasons).
Mark #18
(August 1, 2021)
Because Jesus loves all people equally, he deals with each of us uniquely. But the response he wants from every person is the same -- Faith.
NOTE: Pastor Adam was ill, so he prerecorded the sermon from home, which was then shown to the congregation on Sunday.
Mark #19
(August 15, 2021)
Yeast spreads through dough in the same way sin spreads in our lives. What starts small infects and affects your entire life. Listen to Jesus' warning about the yeast of sin, and learn how to clean it out of your life.
NOTE: The Full Svc video contains three songs shared by a ladies' vocal trio.
Mark #20
(August 22, 2021)
Loss of vision is often gradual, and blindness is not always absolute. Jesus healed a blind man in stages. Learn how he can progressively restore your ability to see clearly.
Mark #21
(August 22, 2021)
"It's just my cross to bear" is often used to describe a hardship we must endure. But Jesus actual words about cross-carrying raise the bar to a whole new level. Learn what it really means to deny yourself and live a life of dying daily.
Two videos shown during this message cannot be reproduced due to copyright restrictions, but you can view them here:
Opening video about Keith Wheeler
Closing video about Jim Elliot
Mark #22
(September 5, 2021)
There is no shortcut to glory. Join three disciples in their mountaintop experience with Jesus, and journey back down the mountain as they learn that the pathway to glory is paved with suffering.
Mark #23
(September 26, 2021)
You may not have faith to move mountains, but do you have enough faith to admit that to Jesus? A simple prayer from a desperate dad shows us how just a little faith is all it takes to come to Jesus.
Mark #24
(October 3, 2021)
Join Jesus' twelve disciples in learning how to advance in God's kingdom, through humbly serving the lowest and the least around you.
Mark #25
(October 10, 2021)
In marriage, if you are looking for the exit, you are asking the wrong question. Jesus' conversation with the Pharisees points us back to God's original intent for marriage.
Recommended sermon: When Covenant is Broken (Hosea)
Mark #26
(October 17, 2021)
Through interaction with a helpless child and an influential rich man Jesus shows us what is needed to gain admission to his kingdom -- empty hands and heart that is honest about our need.
Closing lyric video: All I Once Held Dear by Robin Mark
Mark #27
(October 24, 2021)
In God's upside down kingdom, it's humble servants and self-sacrificing slaves who will receive the most honor. Learn as Jesus teaches aspiring leaders that the way up is down.
Mark #28
(November 7, 2021)
Feel there are barriers between you and God? See how one blind man overcomes numerous obstacles to meet Jesus and receive healing. **Spoiler: He wasn't as blind as he seemed!
Mark #29 (Palm Sunday)
(April 10, 2022)
Just because you worship Jesus rightly doesn't mean you understand him completely. The Palm Sunday crowd demonstrates how an incomplete picture of Jesus can leave us lacking and lead to our needless suffering.
Mark #30
(March 6, 2022)
When Jesus looks at your life, will he find fruit, or only foliage? His surprise inspections of the fig tree and of the temple are a caution for the individual Christian and for the Church.
Mark #31
(March 13, 2022)
You might question God's authority, or even reject it, but you cannot remove it. There are two right responses to the authority of God. Will you choose them?
Mark #32
(March 20, 2022)
Can I question God? It depends on your motive. Are you committed to following no matter the answer? Or are you seeking to confirm your decision not follow?
NOTE: On the "Full Svc" video Pastor Adam forgot to turn his microphone on for the welcome and opening prayer.
Mark #33
(March 27, 2022)
Two contrasting characters -- a scribe and a widow -- make clear that Jesus' invitation to "Follow Me" is a call to complete surrender. Mark vividly portrays God's desire for selfless sacrifice.
Mark #34
(April 3, 2022)
With prophecy, we want to know "When?" But Jesus says "What?" is a much more important question. What are you doing while you wait for his return?
Mark #35
(April 24, 2022)
Genuine worship can be misunderstood by outside observers. Mary of Bethany gives us a great example of lavish worship, of giving all and holding nothing back. How would Jesus characterize your worship?
Mark #36
(May 1, 2022)
Communion, like Passover, is given as a way to remember God's rescue. It is also a heart exam, a time to root out the Judas leanings in each of us.
Note: This service contained a celebration of communion, so portions of the recordings have been edited for flow.
Mark #37
(May 15, 2022)
We have all failed Jesus. Learn from eleven disciples how you can prevent failure, and gain hope that your failure is not final.
Note: Pastor Adam misspoke. The Greek word for stumble in Jude 24 is not the same as in Mark 14. Mark uses "skandalon," and Jude uses "aptaistos."
Mark #38
(May 22, 2022)
At Jesus' trial, the one who should have served as a witness instead denied even knowing him. What kind of witness are you?
NOTE: The sermon starts at , but it will make more sense if you start with the prayer before the message.
Mark #39
(May 29, 2022)
Pilate learned that Jesus is not easily ignored. Meeting him requires you to make a complete decision. What will your decision be?
Mark #40
(June 5, 2022)
Pilate learned that Jesus is not easily ignored. Meeting him requires you to make a complete decision. What will your decision be?
Mark #41 (EASTER)
(April 17, 2022)
Is your love the kind that overcomes obstacles? The women who followed Jesus teach us that a personal encounter with Jesus give a joy that overcomes any fear.
Mark #42
(June 26, 2022)
The epilogue to Mark's gospel clearly describes our responsibility and God's responsibility. God will do his job. Are you doing yours?