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Discussion Guide: The Gospel of Mark 1:1-8 - John the Baptist

Group Discussion Guide for Bible Studies utlizing the Gospel of Mark commentaries.

Many scholars agree that the Gospel of Mark was the first of the four Gospels to be written. Though not penned by an Apostle, it carries the strong influence and eyewitness authority of Peter, one of Jesus’ closest disciples.

Mark’s Gospel is short, fast-paced, and focused. It presents Jesus as the promised Messiah, a powerful prophet, and a wise teacher.

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The Gospel of Mark 1:1-8 - John the Baptist

Many scholars agree that the Gospel of Mark was the first of the four Gospels to be written. Though not penned by an Apostle, it carries the strong influence and eyewitness authority of Peter, one of Jesus’ closest disciples.

Mark’s Gospel is short, fast-paced, and focused. It presents Jesus as the promised Messiah, a powerful prophet, and a wise teacher.

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To the Jew First

Are you trying to change the world without letting God change you first? Jesus gave His disciples power to heal and free others, but that power had to transform their own lives first. The kingdom of heaven starts at home before it can reach the world. How is God's kingdom power showing up in your daily life?Are you feeling spiritually exhausted and burdened? Jesus saw crowds as 'harassed and helpless like sheep without a shepherd'—and His solution wasn't more religion but transformation. If your faith leaves you harassed and helpless, it's not faith—it's a fraud. What fields has God placed in YOUR life to harvest? The kingdom doesn't just rescue sheep; it transforms them into shepherds.

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Discussion Guide: The Gospel of Mark - Introduction

Group Discussion Guide for Bible Studies utlizing the Gospel of Mark commentaries.

Many scholars agree that the Gospel of Mark was the first of the four Gospels to be written. Though not penned by an Apostle, it carries the strong influence and eyewitness authority of Peter, one of Jesus’ closest disciples.

Mark’s Gospel is short, fast-paced, and focused. It presents Jesus as the promised Messiah, a powerful prophet, and a wise teacher.

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Study Guide: The Gospel of Mark - Introduction

5 day study guide for the Gospel of Mark.

Many scholars agree that the Gospel of Mark was the first of the four Gospels to be written. Though not penned by an Apostle, it carries the strong influence and eyewitness authority of Peter, one of Jesus’ closest disciples.

Mark’s Gospel is short, fast-paced, and focused. It presents Jesus as the promised Messiah, a powerful prophet, and a wise teacher. Through vivid stories and straightforward language, Mark gives us an up-close view of Jesus’ life, His disciples, and His miraculous works.

By reading Mark, we are not just studying history—we are encountering the living Christ. This Gospel invites us to grow deeper in faith, to trust in the power of Jesus’ miracles, and to follow Him as both Savior and Lord.

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The Gospel of Mark - Introduction

Many scholars agree that the Gospel of Mark was the first of the four Gospels to be written. Though not penned by an Apostle, it carries the strong influence and eyewitness authority of Peter, one of Jesus’ closest disciples.

Mark’s Gospel is short, fast-paced, and focused. It presents Jesus as the promised Messiah, a powerful prophet, and a wise teacher.

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Pastor Chris Franke Pastor Chris Franke

Day of Atonement: Why Christians and Churches Should Celebrate Yom Kippur

The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) is the holiest day in Scripture, pointing to Jesus as our High Priest, sacrifice, and scapegoat (Leviticus 16; Hebrews 9–10). For Christians, it is not just an Old Testament ritual but a prophetic feast revealing the cross, the seriousness of sin, and the power of Christ’s atonement. Discover why churches today should celebrate Yom Kippur as a holy rehearsal of repentance, renewal, and the coming return of Jesus Christ.

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Harassed and Helpless

Are you feeling spiritually exhausted and burdened? Jesus saw crowds as 'harassed and helpless like sheep without a shepherd'—and His solution wasn't more religion but transformation. If your faith leaves you harassed and helpless, it's not faith—it's a fraud. What fields has God placed in YOUR life to harvest? The kingdom doesn't just rescue sheep; it transforms them into shepherds.

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The Feast of Trumpets: Why Christians and Churches Should Celebrate It—Past, Present, and Future

The Feast of Trumpets is more than an Old Testament holiday—it’s a prophetic call for Christians to awaken, repent, and crown Jesus as King. Rooted in Leviticus 23 and fulfilled in the return of Christ, this feast points to the final trumpet when the dead in Christ will rise. Discover why churches today should celebrate the Feast of Trumpets as a holy rehearsal for the Second Coming of Jesus.

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When Demons Steal Your Testimony

Is your testimony being silenced? Demons don't need your eyes, ears, or hands—they just need your voice. Many of us aren't mute because of possession but because of permission. We let busyness gag us, shame handcuff us, and compromise tape our mouths shut. But when the King shows up, demons flee and testimonies rise! What's silencing your story today?

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Rejoice in Silence

Two blind men who never saw Jesus perform a single miracle still recognized Him as the Messiah. Meanwhile, many with perfect vision completely missed who He was. What spiritual blindness might be preventing you from experiencing the healing Jesus offers? Discover how faith opens eyes in ways physical sight never could.

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Dying Moments Meet Living Faith

How far would you go to touch Jesus? In Matthew 9, a desperate woman crawled through crowds despite bleeding for 12 years, while a grieving father defied his religious training to seek a miracle. Their desperate faith led to extraordinary encounters. The truth? You can have as much Jesus as you want, but never more than you pursue. Are you content being a spectator, or are you reaching for the hem of His garment?

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Mourning What God Celebrates

Are you mourning what God is celebrating? Jesus compared His presence to a wedding feast—a time for joy, not fasting! When God shows up, everything changes. The old wineskins of religion can't contain the new wine of His Spirit. What old patterns are keeping you from experiencing the fullness of His kingdom?

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When God’s Grace Offends God’s People

When Jesus said 'Follow me,' Matthew left everything behind without hesitation. What would you leave behind to follow Jesus today? At the kingdom table, Jesus honors those society rejects. Are you creating barriers or building bridges to His presence? Discover what it truly means to choose mercy over sacrifice and find your place at the table where everyone belongs.

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Finding Your Place at the Kingdom Table

Discover the radical call of Matthew in Matthew 9:9–13. Learn why Jesus dined with sinners, challenged the Pharisees, and redefined the Kingdom table.

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