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The Gospel of Mark

The world has a lot to say about the man, Jesus, but, who was he really? His figure looms large on our cultural landscape. Why all this special attention? Through the Gospel of Mark, we will investigate the life of this man and consider his claims. We believe the whole story of the world—and of how we fit into it—is most clearly understood through a careful, direct look at the story of Jesus.

 January 1st as we begin a new 15 week series. Join us and invite your friends to begin this journey with us.

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22
Jan

The Family of Jesus

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Scripture: Mark 3:6-35

The love of Jesus forms a new family with a love for Jesus. The family Jesus forms is determined not by our preferences but by his call. Mark contrasts those who believe they have a claim to Jesus with the true followers, who recognize Jesus has a claim on them. Those who assume that they are close to Jesus should think again; those who assume that they are far from him should be hopeful.

15
Jan

Why Jesus?

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Scripture: Mark 2:1-3:6

Religion is work–it makes our rest even seem like work. The gospel is true rest–it makes work even seem like rest. Jesus reveals a different approach to sin and forgiveness, to exclusion and acceptance. His acceptance of the unacceptable exposes the hostility and exclusivism of religious leaders. He demonstrates the revolutionary nature of the kingdom of God.

8
Jan

Authority Issues

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Scripture: Mark 1:14-2:12

One theme of Mark’s Gospel is a readiness to follow Jesus. It is full of urgency and things happen immediately. Jesus displays his authority which astonishes those who encounter it, and calls for an immediate response. Mark illustrates what is expected in response to the good news of Jesus– to trust and obey.

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Jan

Jesus is the Gospel

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Scripture: Mark 1:1-13

Mark wants us to see that the coming of Jesus calls for decisive action. Therefore we need to respond actively. We can’t remain neutral. We may not sit and reflect and find excuses for not changing our lives now.

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