Sermon Archives

Mark’s Gospel comes to an abrupt close, demonstrating that Jesus’ death and resurrection are just the beginning. In fact, because Jesus truly died and was raised, a fresh start is possible for all his followers.

As Jesus is crucified, Mark provides us with four signs that clearly demonstrate the meaning of his death.

As Jesus prepares for the life-saving mission ahead him, what he demonstrates at Gethsemane is his true humanity and what it means to be truly human.

There are forces at work around the world that oppose Jesus and the advance of his Kingdom. This can be discouraging, but as we learn in Mark 14, God uses humanity’s evil plans to advance his eternal purposes. Nowhere do we see this more clearly that at the cross!

Jesus has just demonstrated his superior authority to the religious leaders in Jerusalem, but in just a few days it will seem that they have gained the victory. In Mark 13, Jesus described the ultimate triumph of God’s Kingdom, and lovingly prepares his followers for life between now and the day it comes.

After clearing the temple, Jesus is challenged by the authorities. He responds with a parable that exposes the greed of the religious leaders, but it also reveals something amazing about the character of God.

As King Jesus enters Jerusalem, he assesses Israel’s ‘fruit’ and declares an end to their empty religion.