Sunday Sermon: Fly 03 — Galatians 2:1-10 — The Beautiful, Acceptable Gospel
Read moreFly 02 — Galatians 1:10-24 — Paul's Gospel Is Legit
Sunday Teaching: Fly 02 — Galatians 1:10-24 — Paul's Gospel Is Legit
Read moreWhen Jesus Moves Slowly (Mark 5:21-43)
When Jesus Moves Slowly
(Mark 5:21-43)
We know believers are called to "put on...patience" (Colossians 3:12). We know the Bible is filled with related words -- long-suffering, endurance, steadfastness, and waiting. But this waiting with patience is not our natural disposition. This is why we need the help of the Holy Spirit. When he bears his fruit in our lives, one evidence is patience (Galatians 5:22). (12 Minutes/3000 Words)
Read moreChrist and the Storm (Mark 4:35-41)
Christ and the Storm
(Mark 4:35-41)
This episode is an identity account—one where the disciples come to terms with Jesus' identity. In this story, they gain a massive clue he is the God of Glory, the Holy One, the Creator and Sustainer of all flesh. They will walk away, amazed by Jesus. (11 Minutes/3000 Words)
Read moreArchival Post: Cast Your Nets Again
Cast Your Nets Again
Archival Post
One day, Jesus was taught the Word, using Peter's boat as his pulpit. Pushed off from the shore in the Sea of Galilee, Jesus spoke to his audience on the beach. Upon completion of his sermon, Jesus told Peter to go out and cast his nets. Peter said, "Master, we toiled all night and took nothing, but at your word, I will let down the nets.” I know the Lord is asking some of you to step out in obedience to him, perhaps in areas where you've tried in the past, but seemingly to no avail.
Read moreBelieve the Right Things About Jesus (Mark 3:20-35)
Believe the Right Things About Jesus
(Mark 3:20-35)
Mark sets up our next scene by pointing out two separate groups, Jesus' family and the scribes. But before looking at each group and their response to Christ, Mark is clear to point out why both of them reacted to Jesus at this time. The crowds. (14 Minutes/3600 Words)
Read moreDealing With Chaotic Times (Mark 3:7-19)
Dealing With Chaotic Times
(Mark 3:7-19)
Many parts of this week’s passage are familiar to us. Jesus is presented as being famous far and wide. People from everywhere all come to see Jesus. We know why they are there—they want to see his miraculous power. Mark makes this clear: they came to him only after they heard all that he was doing. (12 Minute/3000 Words)
Read moreArchival Post: To Reminisce - A Fictional First Person Account From Peter
To Reminisce - A Fictional First Person Account From Peter
Archival Post
I remember the four thousand. I know I was one of those who wanted to send the Gentile crowds away. They may have been curious about the God of Israel, but I wasn’t ready to show them compassion just yet. He was. There was an emotion in Him I just didn’t possess. Lovingly, He nourished that crowd.
Read moreJesus Has Authority Over All Natural Brokenness (Mark 1:29-34)
Jesus Has Authority Over All Natural Brokenness
(Mark 1:29-34)
On the same day he taught in the synagogue and delivered the man with the unclean spirit, Jesus went to the house of Simon and Andrew with James and John. Our modern equivalent would be going out to lunch or dinner after church services. And I imagine the disciples' minds were racing as they took Jesus to the house. Did that just happen? Did you guys see what I saw? What have we gotten ourselves into? (3 Minutes/900 Words)
Read moreSteward God's Gift (1 Peter 4:10)
Steward God's Gift
(1 Peter 4:10)
According to Peter, everyone with a gift in the church has something to offer the others in the church. This is particularly impressive when you think of the original recipients of Peter's letter. (5 Minutes/1300 Words)
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