Messages
A collection of sermons and messages Mark has given over the years
New messages are added as they become available
Mar 26, 2023, 10:30 AM
The Apostle John promises that if we pray according to God's will, we will receive what we ask for (1 John 5:14-15). How well do we know God's will? Do we know what is important to God, and so how to pray in accord with His will? In these few verses, Jesus gives us a great deal of insight into the heart of God for us and for those around us. From Matthew 6:7-15.
Mar 19, 2023, 10:30 AM
How tempting it is to seek the praise of men instead of God. Giving to the needy, praying, fasting and many other "acts of righteousness" are good and right, and we should be known for our good deeds. But Jesus knows how easily we are drawn away from doing these things out of love for the Lord and our fellow man, to be tripped up into doing them for the praise of men...or something worse. From Matthew 6:1-6,16-18.
Mar 12, 2023, 10:30 AM
Finishing up Matthew chapter 5, we discover God has a pretty high standard for us. But He's in us to help us. It does, however, require a significant paradigm change. What do we value most? What does God? Are we willing for Him to change us? And, funny how those Beatitudes keep showing up! From Matthew 5:33-48
Mar 5, 2023, 10:04 AM
Adultery. Sexual immorality. Divorce. It's so common, is there really any point talking about God's perspective on it? Sure, it's great when we can use it to put others in their place, but what's in our own hearts? Can we find—and offer—mercy while still holding fast to God's standard? Again, the Beatitudes show the way. From Matthew 5:27-32