A Fruitful Life - Part 1
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Mark 4:1-20
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A House Divided
Thank you for joining us as we look into the Word of God together. Last time in Mark 3, we looked at what it means to lead well. In today’s lesson, the scribes give us an example of poor leadership; they attribute the works of Jesus to demons. This is the passage many are confused with as Jesus talks about blaspheming the Holy Spirit—the sin which cannot be forgiven.
A Model for Leaders
Our lesson today is from Mark 3, and we will examine the example of Jesus to learn how we can become better leaders. Learning about leadership from the best leader is a great place to start.
Lord of the Sabbath Part 2
We know Jesus is the Lord of the Sabbath. It was His idea, and we can trace the foundation back to creation. He won’t force us to do it, but when we honor His instruction, we are blessed. Bible teacher J Mark will read the passage from Mark 2 and then share today’s teaching with us.
Lord of the Sabbath - Part 1
Today’s lesson will focus on Jesus' teaching about the Sabbath. We won’t finish the entire teaching today, but we will continue it next time. If you can turn to the end of Mark 2 and follow along, we will delve into Jesus’ teaching on the Sabbath.
The Gospel Pattern
No one, no matter how evil and brutal, is beyond God’s grace. Our lesson is taken from Mark 2, where Jesus answers a question from the Pharisees. Our title is the Gospel Pattern, and J Mark is here now to share with us.
The Offense of Grace
Today, our title is “The Offense of Grace.” Who would be offended by grace? Good question, that is what I thought. In our lesson, notice the effect Jesus has on two groups of people. First, observe His effect on tax collectors and sinners, and then consider how the religious people responded to Him. Now you know where the title comes from.
Jesus Forgives and Heals
The forgiveness we experience from Jesus is unique and very powerful. In contrast, many religions require you to earn salvation or do more good than bad. In Christianity, our sins can be forgiven. Psalm 103 says, “As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.” Wow, only through Jesus can this happen. Today, as we reflect on the story of the paralytic being forgiven and healed, let us remember that Jesus desires to do the same for everyone.
The Ministry of the Servant
Last time, we discussed the authority of the servant, and today we will examine a few practical areas of his ministry that are worth considering and applying to our lives. Jesus was here on earth and lived among us. Others observed his habits and saw what he spent time doing. Today’s lesson is about some of the things He did, which we can also do.
The Authority of the Servant
Our lesson takes place near the beginning of Jesus' ministry, and he demonstrates authority in both the physical and spiritual realms. Turn to Mark 1:21-34, and Pastor J. Mark will give us three ways Jesus demonstrates “The Authority of the Servant.”
Following Jesus
Today, we will examine the steps the disciples took as they decided to follow Jesus. As J Mark shares this lesson with us, think about your walk with Jesus and how you are following Him. Turn to Mark 1 and follow along as J Mark teaches from this chapter.