Sermons on Christ

CHRIST AND THE MINISTRY OF MERCY

Luke 5:12-16 In this final sermon in our “Foundations” series, Pastor Mark preaches on how belief in the Gospel inspires social concern in our world.  In the text, we see how Christ lived out this ministry of mercy.  In this account of Jesus healing the man with leprosy, we see the desperate nature of the…

THE DAWNING OF A NEW HOPE

Exodus 2:1-10 In this second sermon in our series entitled “Moving Forward”, we learn how the Israelites were living in extremely harsh conditions in Egypt.  We also learn about the presence of extraordinary hope, at the birth of Moses.  Moses’ parents believed that God’s salvation and deliverance would one day come.  Pastor Mark explains how…

STRENGTH FOR THE POWERLESS

Psalm 94 In this final sermon in our series, Learning Language of Prayer, Pastor Mark examines Psalm 94.  What do we do when we are mistreated, specifically because of our identity in Christ?  We see from the text that we must bring our grievance to God, consider the folly of the foolish, and provide reassurance…

LIVING IN A CULTURE OF CHRIST’S SPIRIT

Guest Speaker:  Jonathan Robinson Galatians 5:15-26 In this passage, we see a clear contrast of our nature (our flesh) compared to God’s nature (the Spirit).  Jonathan Robinson brings out some practical rhythms to grow our relationship with God.  We find these rhythms are meant to be practiced in community as a local Church.  Are you…

THE INVINCIBLE LIFE

John 14:18-19 In this sermon, on Resurrection Sunday, Pastor Mark explains why the resurrection of Christ matters to us today as believers.  We learn that the resurrection gives us the assurance of overcoming in this life, as well as fearlessness in the face of death.  We have Christ’s permanent presence with us!