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We're traveling through Mark's gospel at the present, and today enter a new chapter, chapter thirteen. The prophetic word that we're going to talk about literally changes everything. You're about to see why! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Today on Light on the Hill we turn your attention to the end of Mark chapter twelve. Jesus watched as people put in their offerings into the Temple Treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts, but what really caught His eye was a poor widow who put in two very small copper coins, worth very little. He would take this opportunity to teach His disciples and us a very valuable lesson about obedience and sacrifice. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Just as there are good and godly teachers in the world today, there are also many false teachers. They seek to manipulate, deceive, and even destroy the minds of those who genuinely seek God. As discouraging as that may sound, the Bible has not left us without warning. Scripture clearly reveals who these false teachers are, what drives them, and how we can discern the truth from deception. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

If asked to identify what's most important in life, what would you say?How would God answer that? We're about to find out today on Light on the Hill. And when we get this right, everything else falls into place. Turn with us to Mark chapter twelve, as we listen in to part two of pastor James Kaddis' message, “Nothing Matters Except This One Thing.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

We'll see a mighty miracle of Jesus on full display today. He fed the multitudes with just a few loaves and fish! While it would be easy to gloss right over that, thinking that's just something Jesus did a couple thousand years ago, pastor James Kaddis believes this miracle happens every day! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Today on Light on the Hill we turn our attention to a conversation between one of the teachers of the law and Jesus. He asked the Lord, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?” Seems like a good question on the surface. You're about to hear Jesus' answer. And here's a hint, it has to do with love for God and your neighbor! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

God did not design us to perish. From the very beginning He created us to walk in immortality, but sin ruined everything and brought death into the world, even corrupting our ability to think in terms of eternity. Today on Light on the Hill we're going to take a very close look at what Jesus Himself teaches about life after death, and our prayer is that your perspective will be lifted as we consider the amazing future that waits for those who put their trust in Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

What happens after we die? I think it's safe to say, many of us have given that some thought or even stayed up late at night pondering over it. And I'm glad to say the Bible doesn't leave us without answers. Today on Light on the Hill we'll take you to Mark chapter twelve where the Sadducees approach Jesus with a question about the resurrection. Pastor James Kaddis will encourage us to focus on what we have in the Lord, rather than on what we don't have. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

There's no shortage of people talking about how Christians should deal with the government, but many of them don't really understand what the Bible actually says. Today on Light on the Hill we're going to talk about what happens when the government tells you to dishonor God, or go against His Word. Do you simply submit, or do you take a different stand? We're going to get into all of that in this study. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

We enter into a discussion today on Light on the Hill about the government. And the question we're confronted with is, “Who's in charge?” And along the way we'll see why we must stay focused on the main thing in life, the work of the Kingdom. Getting sidetracked with superficial matters will only lead to problems. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

If you want a good picture of what spiritual warfare is all about and the way to spiritual victory, keep listening to Light on the Hill. Today pastor James Kaddis finishes Mark chapter seven. We'll hear how Jesus heals a deaf and mute man, but first we're introduced to a Syrophoenician woman whose little daughter is demon possessed. Pastor James observes the humility and faith in this woman that's truly admirable, and something we need in the spiritual war we fight every day. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Pastor James Kaddis, our Bible teacher, is developing a study of Mark's gospel. Today we come back to chapter twelve, where Jesus begins speaking in parables. This one speaks volumes about how we study the Bible and apply it to our hearts. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Life on this earth as we know it is extremely dangerous and getting more reckless by the moment. It's critical that we maintain safety and security by putting our full faith and trust in God. Without Him, everything falls apart. But when we choose to trust Him, even a very dangerous world can become an exciting and healthy place to live. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

We all have questions. Lots of them. And there are answers but only one way to find those out. If you can't find those answers, you have nobody to blame except yourself! We'll explain today on Light on the Hill as we finish up Mark chapter eleven. Here Jesus has an encounter with the religious leaders at the Temple. They're trying to trap Jesus with their questions, and through it all Jesus is about to teach us a valuable lesson. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Thank-you for joining us today for Light on the Hill, as we get back into Mark's gospel. We'll be in chapter eleven, exploring verses 27-33. The religious leaders of that day are up to no good, trying to entrap Jesus with their questions. But Jesus in His wisdom turns the tables on them with a question of His own. Let's take a close look at the exchange, and the lessons that flow from it, with pastor James Kaddis. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

In Mark chapter eleven Jesus curses a fig tree, and the tree would wither away. In doing so He communicated a powerful lesson to us. As you examine your life is there fruit to be found? And are you trusting in God or relying on yourself? Keep those questions in the back of your mind as you join us for today's study from Pastor James Kaddis. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Ever faced a problem so big it was way beyond your ability to solve? I think we've all been there. And that's the place we find a Syrophoenician woman in Mark chapter seven. Her daughter is ill, and she realized it was a spiritual issue that they couldn't deal with on their own. So she comes to Jesus for help! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Many are confused about the significance of Jesus cursing a fig tree outside of Jerusalem, but when Jesus did what He did, it communicated a message so powerful, it has the power to change so much! Join us today for Light on the Hill and see why this story in Mark chapter eleven provides such a powerful opportunity for life change and growth! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

At various times in our lives God may ask us to do something that seems strange, illogical or impossible. Such was the case in the story before us today on Light on the Hill. A simple request from Jesus to go get a donkey, but it would require great faith to walk in obedience to God. They did what they were asked to do even though it seemed like an impossible task! We'll be encouraged by their response here today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

The prophecy we're about to examine in Mark chapter eleven was fulfilled just as it was predicted, and the effect it has on us today is unprecedented for several reasons. What you're about to hear can dramatically change your life! So join us won't you for Light on the Hill as we listen in to part one of pastor James Kaddis' message, “This Prophetic Moment Changed the World.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Today on Light on the Hill hear the story of a blind man who actually had much clearer vision than most of us. He was able to see beyond the physical to the spiritual. And that's the place we need to get to if we're to live successful, God-honoring lives. Turn to Mark chapter ten, as we aim to complete the chapter today with pastor James Kaddis. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

There's a physical world all around us that we're all familiar with as our eyes can see it. But there's also a spiritual realm that is unseen, that is just as real. Failing to consider the spiritual leads us down a destructive path. Today on Light on the Hill we'll learn why it's necessary to look beyond the physical to the spiritual just as Jesus did. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Evil is on the rise, and at times you may find it hard to even recognize. That's because the Devil is good at what he does. But in Mark chapter seven Jesus gives us a powerful tool that will help us to be able to discern what real evil looks like. So let's learn to discern, here today on Light on the Hill. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

When we're suffering it's easy to grow discouraged and wonder why God would allow it. Today on Light on the Hill we'll see that God uses it all to prepare us for what's ahead. For our benefit and His glory. So we shouldn't despise it, but rather embrace it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Very few people understand what it means to obtain something they think they need with the full effect of what it causes. In the case of the kingdom of God, it never works according to human wisdom. As a matter of fact, it is destroyed by it. Today on Light on the Hill we're going to talk about that and much more, as pastor James Kaddis returns to Mark chapter ten. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Today on Light on the Hill we're going to talk about a series of statements that if understood as intended, will rapidly change everything about the way you live your life. Here's a hint; now is not the time to slow down. It's time to run hard. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Today on Light on the Hill we'll eavesdrop on a conversation about eternal life between Jesus and a man of great stature and wealth. It started with a question, “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” Maybe you've been thinking about that yourself? So what does it take? The answer given by Christ may surprise you! Jesus makes it clear that what is impossible for us, is made possible by God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

“What must I do to inherit eternal life?” A question posed to Jesus by a wealthy, respected man of great stature! But it's also been asked by many others over the years! Although the answer is simple you may be surprised by how Jesus answered it. Stay tuned for a very important study in Mark chapter ten here on Light on the Hill, as we discuss an issue that very few people truly understand! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

What you're about to see in Mark chapter seven is by far one of the most articulate descriptions of how evil is metabolized within mankind and the effect it has on the world. Get ready for a very informative and important study in the Word on Light on the Hill. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

There is one thing that has the potential to completely obliterate whole societies, cultures, and yes, even nations. We've been warned about this in Mark chapter ten, and yet it seems to be ignored more today than ever before. This cannot continue to happen because if it does, there will be nothing left. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife? Seems like a good question on the surface, posed to Jesus by the Pharisees. But the motive behind the question was to trip Jesus up, and entrap Him. Of course our Lord saw right through it, and handles the situation perfectly. We'll take a look at this interaction today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

There are things in life that we must do every day in order to live healthy and long lives. If we ignore those things, our health and sustainability will degrade. On the other hand there are other things that if ignored will cause sudden and disastrous consequences. We'll explain today on Light on the Hill as we finish up Mark chapter nine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Child exploitation… it's occurring at an alarming rate in today's world… even in places you might not expect like the classroom! Today on Light on the Hill we'll draw attention to Jesus' very strong words to those who are engaging in such behavior! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

In Mark chapter nine the disciples are arguing about who was the greatest. And Jesus has a sit down conversation with them defining what is true greatness in the Kingdom of God. It wasn't what they were expecting to hear. Today on Light on the Hill we'll learn to value what God values. And see that greatness is bound up in the one that humbles themselves and serves others. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

The danger of hypocrisy is very real and we need to be on our guard. It was a problem in Jesus' day too. In Mark chapter seven Jesus confronts hypocrisy head on. And He teaches that it's the heart and obedience to Him that really matters. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

The Lord has spoken but the question is are you listening? If you are, and you're ready to apply what you've been told, get ready for some big changes for the better. Things will get very real, and that's not a bad thing! We'll explain today on Light on the Hill as we present pastor James Kaddis' message, “God said this and it can't be ignored!” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Today we pay a visit to Mark chapter nine, where Jesus performed several noteworthy miracles. He's about to encounter a desperate father who had a boy that was demon possessed. Through it all we'll learn together how Demons operate, and how to overcome the attacks of the enemy. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Demons are very real and the Bible tells us quite a bit about them. They follow a very specific pattern and if we take the time to understand what they do, we can equip ourselves for the spiritual warfare we're bound to face. Join us for Light on the Hill as we open Mark chapter nine and see how Demons Operate. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

God is doing something that so many people are missing. That's tragic in and of itself but there's a way to reconcile that. Jesus gave us the formula in Mark chapter nine! These may be some of the most consequential words to come out of the mouth of Christ Jesus! Get ready for a very eye-opening study today on Light on the Hill. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Many of us have wondered what it will be like to see Jesus as He is in all of His glory. We're told, as Christians, that will be a reality one day in heaven. But wouldn't it be nice to get a glimpse of that glory here on earth? Peter, James, and John had that opportunity on a mountain one day and we'll take a look at their experience here on this edition of Light on the Hill. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Satan is a liar and a thief. His whole purpose is to steal, kill, and destroy! He's targeting you and believe it or not he'll do it through religious people. We're to beware of his tactics because he's good at what he does. Today on Light on the Hill we'll give you what you need to know when he reverts to his most common tactic. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Throughout our lives we'll be faced with a fork in the road… do I go left or right? One way leads to life and other leads to death! As we'll learn today on Light on the Hill that way to life is paved by obedience to God. Pastor James Kaddis will be finishing up Mark chapter eight in part two of his message, “Life or Death.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

We'll join pastor James Kaddis in Mark chapter eight today. Jesus is about to heal a blind man at Bethsaida. It was an eye-opening experience, and it can be for us too. Pastor James will draw out a few noteworthy lessons like why we should go to the Lord with our problems, then do what He says, and trust in His timing. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

We return to our new series in Mark's gospel. As a way of review, Jesus has just fed four thousand people with a few fish and little bit of bread. He's then approached by the Pharisees asking for a sign! They messed up, but we can stand to benefit from it, if we'll grasp what Jesus is about to communicate here in Mark chapter eight. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Set aside the next ½ hour to join us for a great time in the Word with pastor James Kaddis, here on Light on the Hill. We're going through Mark's gospel one verse at a time, and come back to chapter eight today. In verses eight through twenty-one Jesus is approached by the Pharisees who go on to ask Him for a sign from heaven. They made a terrible mistake in doing so, but it's something we can learn from if we're willing. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Imagine the scene… several thousand hungry people, and just 7 loaves and a few small fish to feed them. To some that seemed like an insurmountable problem. But nothing is too difficult for Jesus. And when you seek Him first He'll take care of your needs. Today pastor James Kaddis opens Mark chapter eight, and offers some observations concerning this great miracle of Jesus feeding the four thousand. By the way, it's a miracle that happens every day, whether we realize it or not. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

We see the forecast. There's a major storm coming and the only way to be prepared for it is by knowing one thing and understanding another. What are those things? You're about to find out on Light on the Hill through a study in Mark chapter six. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

We'll see a mighty miracle of Jesus on full display today. He fed the multitudes with just a few loaves and fish! While it would be easy to gloss right over that, thinking that's just something Jesus did a couple thousand years ago, pastor James Kaddis believes this miracle happens every day! Turn with us to Mark chapter eight. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

If you want a good picture of what spiritual warfare is all about and the way to spiritual victory, keep listening to Light on the Hill. Today pastor James Kaddis finishes Mark chapter seven. We'll hear how Jesus heals a deaf and mute man, but first we're introduced to a Syrophoenician woman whose little daughter is demon possessed. Pastor James observes the humility and faith in this woman that's truly admirable, and something we need in the spiritual war we fight every day. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Ever faced a problem so big it was way beyond your ability to solve? I think we've all been there. And that's the place we find a Syrophoenician woman in Mark chapter seven. Her daughter is ill, and she realized it was a spiritual issue that they couldn't deal with on their own. So she comes to Jesus for help! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111

Evil is on the rise, and at times you may find it hard to even recognize. That's because the Devil is good at what he does. But in Mark chapter seven Jesus gives us a powerful tool that will help us to be able to discern what real evil looks like. So let's learn to discern, here today on Light on the Hill. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29?v=20251111