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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone

Who Is Jesus? | The Real Problem (Mark 9:38-50)

What is the biggest/most serious/most important problem in your life? In Mark 9:38-50, Jesus will tell us what our real problem actually is: our own sin and its consequence of eternal separation from Jesus in hell. But it's not all bad news, because Jesus will also tell us what we should do about it!

Do I view my sin as my biggest problem? Why or why not?

What are my thoughts about hell? What does Jesus say about it?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone

Who Is Jesus | Who Is The Greatest? (Mark 9:30-37)

Who is the GOAT (Greatest of All Time)? That's the question we are going to consider in this sermon from Mark 9:30-37.
We like to think of ourselves as better than others, but Jesus shows us a better way. He truly is the greatest and He calls us to be servants that put others first.

How do I think of myself as being better than other people?

How should I think about others instead?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor Tom Sylvia Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor Tom Sylvia

Who Is Jesus? | The Power Of Faith (Mark 9:14-29)

In this sermon, we see Jesus surrounded by people who lack faith in Him in Mark 9:14-29. Pastor Tom shares with us how each person/s in our story is dealing with a situation that could easily be resolved if they had faith in Christ. We will talk about the power of our faith in Christ and be challenged to grow our faith in Christ.
What is the power of faith in Christ? How can I grow in my faith?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone

Who Is Jesus? | A Taste Of Glory (Mark 9:1-13)

We finally answer the question "Who is Jesus?" by looking at Mark 8:27-30. Some people say that Jesus was a great prophet or religious leader. But the truth is that He is the Christ, the Messiah, our one and only Savior! It's easy to say that Jesus is our Savior, but do we really believe it and live like it is true? Do we share that good news with others?
In my thoughts, words, and actions, who do I say that Jesus is?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark), Easter Pastor John Toone Who Is Jesus? (Mark), Easter Pastor John Toone

Who Is Jesus? | What Does Jesus Want? (Mark 8:31-38)

We turn to Mark 8:31-38. On this Resurrection Sunday, our passage appropriately tells us what Jesus came to do: suffer, die, and rise again for us! After that, Jesus turns to what He calls us to do in response: follow Him by taking up our cross and surrendering our lives to Him. Jesus is worth following because our eternity is at stake!

What did Jesus do that we are celebrating this weekend?

What should I do in response?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor Tom Sylvia Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor Tom Sylvia

Who Is Jesus? | Who Do You Say That I Am? (Mark 8:27-30)

We finally answer the question "Who is Jesus?" by looking at Mark 8:27-30. Some people say that Jesus was a great prophet or religious leader. But the truth is that He is the Christ, the Messiah, our one and only Savior! It's easy to say that Jesus is our Savior, but do we really believe it and live like it is true? Do we share that good news with others?
In my thoughts, words, and actions, who do I say that Jesus is?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor Tom Sylvia Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor Tom Sylvia

Who Is Jesus? | Substance (Mark 8:22-26)

Pastor Tom continues our study through the Gospel of Mark in 8:22-26. In this text Jesus will take two attempts to heal a blind man, symbolizing the Old and New Testaments.
What were shadows in the Old Testament are now clearly seen in the New Testament. The key difference? Jesus has come to shed light for us to see!

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone

Who Is Jesus? | What More Do You Need? (Mark 8:11-21)

In this sermon Mark 8:11-21 will tell us about two conversations Jesus had with those who were doubting Him.

Some needed to be challenged with the questions: "What more do you need to believe in Jesus?" On the other hand, His disciples needed to be challenged with the question: "What more do you need to trust Jesus?"

We'll look at both of these questions and consider our answers to them.

Do I believe in Jesus?

Do I trust Jesus? If not, what more do I need?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone

Who Is Jesus? | God's Word VS Tradition (Mark 7:1-13)

We continue our study of the character of Jesus Christ from Mark 7:1-13. In this passage, Jesus has a debate with the Pharisees over whether God's Word or man's traditions are more important. We will be challenged to think about whether what we do is more in line with our traditions or with the Word of God.

Are the decisions I make in line with God's Word?

How do I know that?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone

Who Is Jesus? | Do You Understand? (Mark 6:45-56)

In this sermon we look at Jesus walking on water from Mark 6:45-56. This miracle challenges the disciples' understanding of who Jesus is. In the same way, we will be challenged by Jesus' power and discuss the impact a relationship with the Son of God can have in our lives. What do I really believe about Jesus Christ? What difference does that belief make in my life?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Josh Wines Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Josh Wines

Who Is Jesus? | The One Who Cares For Our Needs (Mark 6:30-44)

Josh Wines continues our study of the Gospel of Mark in Mark 6:30-44 by looking at the person of Jesus in the story of the feeding of the five thousand. Here we can see that Jesus is a God of compassion. He shows that compassion by meeting our intimate needs. As disciples of Jesus, we also should look for ways to serve those around us by bringing them to the One who can fully satisfy all of their needs.
As you prepare for the message, please read the passage and ask yourself: How does Jesus meet my needs? What needs of others can I meet in a way that shows Christ's compassion?

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Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone Who Is Jesus? (Mark) Pastor John Toone

Who Is Jesus? | A Difficult, But Needed Calling (Mark 6:7-29)

In this sermon we will deal with the reality that both the followers of God and their Savior are often despised and rejected by men. The world rejects the good news of the gospel because they do not like how it calls us to repent/turn from sin and come to faith in Christ. Nevertheless, we are to continue doing God's good will in the world and telling others about the good news that Jesus was rejected so that we might be accepted by God.

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Who Is Jesus? | A Despised Man and His Rejected People (Mark 6:1-13)

In this sermon we will deal with the reality that both the followers of God and their Savior are often despised and rejected by men. The world rejects the good news of the gospel because they do not like how it calls us to repent/turn from sin and come to faith in Christ. Nevertheless, we are to continue doing God's good will in the world and telling others about the good news that Jesus was rejected so that we might be accepted by God.

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Who Is Jesus? | How Much Do You Trust Jesus? (Mark 5:21-43)

We return to the Gospel of Mark and examine a profound comparison in Mark 5:21-43. In this account, two individuals have an experience that forces them to trust Jesus. How each of them responded teaches us about the kind of trust that Jesus is worth. As they learn to trust Jesus, so will we.

How much do I trust Jesus?

What does trusting Jesus look like in my life?

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Ephesians Chapter One

We start the year 2023 off with a reminder of our faith, specifically the God we worship, God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, and how we can encourage one another to grow in that belief. As you prepare for the message, read the passage and ask yourself:How can I encourage other believers in 2023?

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