Podcasts about scripture mark

In a world that trains us to grab power and protect ourselves first, Jesus flips the script. In Mark 10:42–45, He shows that true greatness isn't found in being served but in serving. Moving from selfish to servant begins when we follow His example—laying down our preferences, lifting up others, and choosing the cross-shaped path where love leads and pride dies. Scripture:  Mark 10:42-45

Jesus wants us to share our faith. When we do, it can have marvelous results. Scripture: Mark 6:7-13Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc11-16p

Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on November 9, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

22nd Sunday after Pentecost  November 9, 2025Sermon: What's Your Motivation?Scripture: Mark 12:38-44What drives your faith, your generosity, your daily choices? In this week's passage from Mark, Jesus points to a humble widow whose quiet act of giving reveals a heart fully devoted to God. Her story invites us to look beyond appearances and ask what truly motivates us to give, serve, and live as disciples.As you prepare for worship, take time to reflect: What motivates you to give—time, resources, or love? How do your daily actions reflect your trust in God? What might God be calling you to offer wholeheartedly this week? Come ready to explore what it means to live not for recognition, but from a place of genuine faith and love.Sunday Worship Schedule 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship 10:00 AM – Sunday School 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship

This week, we're joined by Guest Speaker; Ps Steve Mazey, National Leader of Acts Global Australia, for a powerful message titled “Restoring Vision.”

2025-11-02-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, November 2, 2025, in the 10;30 AM service.   Scripture: Mark 4:35-41; Mark 9:14-29; Revelation 4   Notes: -You can't take it or fool God that you have faith. -Faith is not being perfect; it's about being honest with yourself and God. -Ask Him to strengthen your faith. -He loves you and is working all things out for your good!

2025-11-02-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, November 2, 2025, in the 8;30 AM service.   Scripture: Mark 4:35-41; Mark 9:14-29; Revelation 4   Notes: -You can't take it or fool God that you have faith. -Faith is not being perfect; it's about being honest with yourself and God. -Ask Him to strengthen your faith. -He loves you and is working all things out for your good!

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on November 2, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Speaker: Rev. William Moody. Scripture: Mark 6 v14-29.

Everything is possible for him who believes. Follow along as Pastor Jacquie Leveron delivers Part 18 of the series "Impacting Prayers."Scripture Mark 9:21-24Support the show

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 10/27/2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Announcement of the New CARM Website on Saturday 10/25/25-/ Alleged Contradictions in Scripture-Mark vs. Isaiah/Deuteronomy and Stoning/Matthew vs. Jeremiah/Hebrews vs. Leviticus/God Changing His Mind?/Is The Earth Round?/ Is "The Holy Ghost" the same as "The Holy Spirit?"/ What Happened to the "Word" of God Today?/Does Jesus sit at the Right Hand of God?/ Do we have to "keep believing" in Order to be Saved?/ What About Pastors that claim "God Told Me," and the use of technology to prove it?/ October 27, 2025

What if the loudest storm in your life isn't outside you, but inside you, and it finally meets Someone stronger?This Sunday, we're stepping into Mark 5, where even demons bow and chains snap at the name of Jesus. If evil isolates, dehumanizes, torments, and enslaves, what could freedom look like for you, your family, your mind? We'll talk real spiritual battle, real authority in Christ, and practical ways to fight that actually work. And we won't stop at freedom for ourselves, we'll discover why freed people become rescuers.Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Message given by guest speaker Kyle Jackson on October 26, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 6:45-56

His Hebrew name is Jacob. He was a close kinsman of Christ, and was therefore called, according to the Jewish usage of the time, his "brother." Some accounts say that he was a child of Joseph by his first marriage; others accounts say that he was the son of Joseph's brother Cleopas and his wife Mary, who was first cousin of the Theotokos. He took the Nazirite vows of one completely consecrated to God according to the Law, and from a young age he was called "the Just" by his people. He is called James the Lesser in Scripture (Mark 15:40) to distinguish him from James the son of Zebedee, who is called the Greater. The Apostles appointed him first Bishop of Jerusalem. It was he who presided at the earliest Council of the Church in Jerusalem, where he resolved the problem of how gentile converts should be received into the Church (see Acts 15). He wrote the New Testament Epistle, addressed primarily to Jewish converts to the Faith, that bears his name. About the year 62, he ascended to the peak of the Temple in Jerusalem on Passover, and there bore witness to Christ so effectively that the people cried out "Hosanna to the Son of David." At this, the Scribes and Pharisees, fearing that all the people would be converted to Christ, cast him down to the ground. By God's grace, he survived long enough to rise, kneel and pray, like his Master, "Forgive them, Father, for they know not what they do." He was then clubbed to death by one of the scribes.

Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on October 19, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

This Thanksgiving Sunday, we will be exploring the next message in our “Encounter” series. Pastor Josh will unpack the story of the rich young ruler in Mark 10, a man who came running to Jesus, full of respect and moral devotion, yet walked away sorrowful because he couldn't let go of what held his heart.His story reminds us that “almost” isn't enough; following Jesus calls for wholehearted trust and surrender. It's a message of both challenge and hope: Jesus lovingly confronts what keeps us from Him and offers life that's impossible to earn but fully possible through God's grace.Scripture Mark 10:17-27

Series: RootedWeek 6 Title: Leverage Your Life (Part 1)Scripture: Mark 10:45; Ephesians 2:10; Romans 12:4–8; 1 Peter 4:10Big Idea: You were created to serve. You discover your God-given purpose when you recognize how God has uniquely gifted you, how He has corporately called you, and when you live that calling out through serving.I. Created to ServeYou weren't created just to exist or consume—you were created to serve.Ephesians 2:10 — “We are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works.”God designed you intentionally, not accidentally.Serving isn't a punishment or chore—it's how we participate in God's purpose.Jesus modeled this: “The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve.” (Mark 10:45)II. Gifted to ServeGod wired you with a unique mix of natural abilities and spiritual gifts.Romans 12:4–6 — We are one body with many parts, each with a function.Every believer has spiritual gifts for the building up of the church.Your story, passions, and talents reveal what God designed you to do.“Serving is not about filling a spot—it's about fulfilling a calling.”III. Called to Serve1 Peter 4:10 — “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others.”God didn't gift you for isolation or self-gain; He placed you in community.The church is the place where individual gifting meets God's collective mission.Every part of the body matters—no one is extra or unnecessary.IV. Discovering Your PurposeAsk four key questions to uncover how you were designed to serve:Story: What has God brought me through?Passion: What stirs or breaks my heart?Skills: What do I do well?Relationships: Who has God put in my path?When you combine these, you find your God-given calling.V. Living It OutServing isn't about what you give—it's about what God does in you.Serving grows your faith, brings belonging, and fills you with joy.The goal isn't survival—it's impact.Imagine what could happen if every person in the church lived on mission with their gifts—our city would be transformed.You were created to serve. And when you serve, you find purpose.

Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on October 12, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

When faith finally finds its voice, mountains move and miracles manifest. In this powerful sermon, “When Faith Finds Its Voice: Whispers That Shake the World” from Mark 11:23–24, Pastor J explores how spoken faith—rooted in belief and bold confession—can transform impossible situations. Discover how the quiet whisper of faith carries the authority of heaven and the power to shake the world around you. If you've ever struggled to see your faith make a difference, this message will challenge you to speak what you believe and watch God bring it to life.

SCRIPTURE- Mark 9:14-15"When they came to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them and the teachers of the law arguing with them.  As soon as all the people saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with wonder and ran to greet him."REFLECTION- Fr. CarlMUSIC- "Passacaglia (Piano Version)" by Pianovus- "The Earth" by Leroy Wild, Amick Cutler, and Eric Andrew TaylorNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on October 5, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on September 28, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Scripture:Mark 12:1-12

Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on September 21, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

7 Now when the Pharisees gathered to him, with some of the scribes who had come from Jerusalem, 2 they saw that some of his disciples ate with hands that were defiled, that is, unwashed. 3 (For the Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they wash their hands properly, holding to the tradition of the elders, 4 and when they come from the marketplace, they do not eat unless they wash. And there are many other traditions that they observe, such as the washing of cups and pots and copper vessels and dining couches.) 5 And the Pharisees and the scribes asked him, “Why do your disciples not walk according to the tradition of the elders, but eat with defiled hands?” 6 And he said to them, “Well did Isaiah prophesy of you hypocrites, as it is written, “ ‘This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me; 7 in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.' 8 You leave the commandment of God and hold to the tradition of men.” 9 And he said to them, “You have a fine way of rejecting the commandment of God in order to establish your tradition! 10 For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother'; and, ‘Whoever reviles father or mother must surely die.' 11 But you say, ‘If a man tells his father or his mother, “Whatever you would have gained from me is Corban” ' (that is, given to God)— 12 then you no longer permit him to do anything for his father or mother, 13 thus making void the word of God by your tradition that you have handed down. And many such things you do.” What Defiles a Person14 And he called the people to him again and said to them, “Hear me, all of you, and understand: 15 There is nothing outside a person that by going into him can defile him, but the things that come out of a person are what defile him.” 17 And when he had entered the house and left the people, his disciples asked him about the parable. 18 And he said to them, “Then are you also without understanding? Do you not see that whatever goes into a person from outside cannot defile him, 19 since it enters not his heart but his stomach, and is expelled?” (Thus he declared all foods clean.) 20 And he said, “What comes out of a person is what defiles him. 21 For from within, out of the heart of man, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, 22 coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride, foolishness. 23 All these evil things come from within, and they defile a person.” The Syrophoenician Woman's Faith24 And from there he arose and went away to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And he entered a house and did not want anyone to know, yet he could not be hidden. 25 But immediately a woman whose little daughter had an unclean spirit heard of him and came and fell down at his feet. 26 Now the woman was a Gentile, a Syrophoenician by birth. And she begged him to cast the demon out of her daughter. 27 And he said to her, “Let the children be fed first, for it is not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs.” 28 But she answered him, “Yes, Lord; yet even the dogs under the table eat the children's crumbs.” 29 And he said to her, “For this statement you may go your way; the demon has left your daughter.” 30 And she went home and found the child lying in bed and the demon gone. Jesus Heals a Deaf Man31 Then he returned from the region of Tyre and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee, in the region of the Decapolis. 32 And they brought to him a man who was deaf and had a speech impediment, and they begged him to lay his hand on him. 33 And taking him aside from the crowd privately, he put his fingers into his ears, and after spitting touched his tongue. 34 And looking up to heaven, he sighed and said to him, “Ephphatha,” that is, “Be opened.” 35 And his ears were opened, his tongue was released, and he spoke plainly. 36 And Jesus charged them to tell no one. But the more he charged them, the more zealously they proclaimed it. 37 And they were astonished beyond measure, saying, “He has done all things well. He even makes the deaf hear and the mute speak.” The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2016), Mk 7:1–37.

7 Now when the Pharisees gathered to him, with some of the scribes who had come from Jerusalem, 2 they saw that some of his disciples ate with hands that were defiled, that is, unwashed. 3 (For the Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they wash their hands properly, holding to the tradition of the elders, 4 and when they come from the marketplace, they do not eat unless they wash. And there are many other traditions that they observe, such as the washing of cups and pots and copper vessels and dining couches.) 5 And the Pharisees and the scribes asked him, “Why do your disciples not walk according to the tradition of the elders, but eat with defiled hands?” 6 And he said to them, “Well did Isaiah prophesy of you hypocrites, as it is written, “ ‘This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me; 7 in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.' 8 You leave the commandment of God and hold to the tradition of men.” 9 And he said to them, “You have a fine way of rejecting the commandment of God in order to establish your tradition! 10 For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother'; and, ‘Whoever reviles father or mother must surely die.' 11 But you say, ‘If a man tells his father or his mother, “Whatever you would have gained from me is Corban” ' (that is, given to God)— 12 then you no longer permit him to do anything for his father or mother, 13 thus making void the word of God by your tradition that you have handed down. And many such things you do.” What Defiles a Person14 And he called the people to him again and said to them, “Hear me, all of you, and understand: 15 There is nothing outside a person that by going into him can defile him, but the things that come out of a person are what defile him.” 17 And when he had entered the house and left the people, his disciples asked him about the parable. 18 And he said to them, “Then are you also without understanding? Do you not see that whatever goes into a person from outside cannot defile him, 19 since it enters not his heart but his stomach, and is expelled?” (Thus he declared all foods clean.) 20 And he said, “What comes out of a person is what defiles him. 21 For from within, out of the heart of man, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, 22 coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride, foolishness. 23 All these evil things come from within, and they defile a person.” The Syrophoenician Woman's Faith24 And from there he arose and went away to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And he entered a house and did not want anyone to know, yet he could not be hidden. 25 But immediately a woman whose little daughter had an unclean spirit heard of him and came and fell down at his feet. 26 Now the woman was a Gentile, a Syrophoenician by birth. And she begged him to cast the demon out of her daughter. 27 And he said to her, “Let the children be fed first, for it is not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs.” 28 But she answered him, “Yes, Lord; yet even the dogs under the table eat the children's crumbs.” 29 And he said to her, “For this statement you may go your way; the demon has left your daughter.” 30 And she went home and found the child lying in bed and the demon gone. Jesus Heals a Deaf Man31 Then he returned from the region of Tyre and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee, in the region of the Decapolis. 32 And they brought to him a man who was deaf and had a speech impediment, and they begged him to lay his hand on him. 33 And taking him aside from the crowd privately, he put his fingers into his ears, and after spitting touched his tongue. 34 And looking up to heaven, he sighed and said to him, “Ephphatha,” that is, “Be opened.” 35 And his ears were opened, his tongue was released, and he spoke plainly. 36 And Jesus charged them to tell no one. But the more he charged them, the more zealously they proclaimed it. 37 And they were astonished beyond measure, saying, “He has done all things well. He even makes the deaf hear and the mute speak.” The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2016), Mk 7:1–37.

SCRIPTURE- Mark 1:15"The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”REFLECTION- Sr. CharleneMUSIC- NOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Scripture: Mark 4:30-32

Sacred Stories, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Spacious Christianity, Spacious Hearts A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Mark 1.35, Matthew 11.28.Feeling breathless? Overwhelmed? Join us this Sunday as Steven shares a powerful message about finding rest, breathing deeply, and rediscovering your worth beyond the hustle. Whether online or in-person, come take a moment to pause and breathe with us.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:spacious Christianity, faith journey, diversity strength, authentic faith, radical love, ministry kickoff, love and justice, cultural story, spiritual renewal, rest and breath, belovedness, self-care, community support, holy ground, courage and love, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Sermon given by pastor Mark Donaldson on September 14, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Scripture: Mark 1:16-39Sermon Series: Standalone Sermon Sermon Discussion Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ATt3VUV-Zyu6_9ScJiIlXiMCBUV0zVeL/view?usp=drive_linkSermon Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/43173/note-244987.htmlSermon Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kw1u3KeeqIk

Have you ever believed and doubted at the same time? You’re not alone. This Christian meditation podcast offers space for Bible meditation, scripture reflection, and guided prayer shaped by the 12 steps. Step Two says: “We came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.” If Step One was I can’t, Step Two is the hopeful turn toward God can. In this imaginative prayer, you’ll enter the story of a desperate father who brings his son to Jesus for healing. He longs to believe God can help him, yet struggles with doubt. His words echo the tension so many of us feel: “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” This meditation invites you to step into the scene and experience Jesus’s compassion in the very places where faith and doubt live side by side. Where do you need God’s help today? He knows exactly what you are facing — and He wants to help. Take a deep breath and let this meditation remind you that while we can’t, God can. Helpful Links:Download your FREE companion journal for Rooted and Grounded: Scripture Meditations for Every Step of the Journey here.This journal includes:• All the Scriptures for this series• Weekly reflection prompts• Space to record what God is revealing to you Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here. Today’s Scripture: Mark 9:20–24 (NLT) So they brought the boy. But when the evil spirit saw Jesus, it threw the child into a violent convulsion, and he fell to the ground, writhing and foaming at the mouth.“How long has this been happening?” Jesus asked the boy’s father.He replied, “Since he was a little boy. The spirit often throws him into the fire or into water, trying to kill him. Have mercy on us and help us, if you can.”“What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.”The father instantly cried out, “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Are we clinging to dead hopes, outdated beliefs, or lifeless routines when life is calling us forward? Scripture: Mark 5v1-20; Philippians 3

Heal | This Changes Everything (Week 1) | Mark 5:21-43What happens when we bring our brokenness to Jesus? In this first message of our new series This Changes Everything, we explore Riverview Christian's first core value: Heal. Looking at the story of Jesus healing Jairus's daughter and the woman who reached out in faith, we see that Jesus meets us in our need, restores what is broken, and offers true wholeness.This series unpacks the heartbeat of our church—our four core values: Heal. Connect. Grow. Love. Each one shapes who we are and how we live out our mission: In to heal. Out to love.

Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on September 7th, 2025 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Tormented and surrounded by dead things in your past. Jesus is your deliverance. Scripture: Mark 5v1-20

In a war who wins? God's Word or human tradition?

"Faith; Earmarks of our Faith"Scripture: Mark 11:23Messenger: Apostle Suzanne M Howard

This Sunday, Pastor Jesse preached on how we need to take up our cross to follow Jesus.   Main Points & Scripture: Mark 8:34-38 Take up Your Cross Romans 6:6 Galatians 2 John 15:18-19 Hebrews 12:1-3   *This episode was recorded on 08/03/25

Who is Jesus? In Mark 2 and 3, Jesus makes a claim about himself that's so immense it almost defies categories.  In this text, two incidents are detailed and they both have to do with how we observe the Sabbath day. To understand the magnitude of Jesus' claim here, we have to unpack the meaning of the entire text and then ask what he's actually claiming. Let's look at the features of the story and learn from each of these: 1) the anger of Jesus, 2) the enemies of Jesus, and 3) the claim of Jesus and what that means for you. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on February 8, 2015. Series: Light in the Darkness: Glory of Jesus in Mark. Scripture: Mark 2:23-3:6. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

In Mark 2, Jesus makes a claim that is so over the top, so out of all categories, so outrageous that the religious leaders don't even have a word for it. They've called him blasphemous before, but this claim goes beyond their words. In this passage, two incidents are linked together, both having to do with the Sabbath. And what Jesus says is that he's not here to reform religion—he's here to absolutely end religion and replace it with himself.  What we're going to see is, 1) on the one hand, the futility of religion and, 2) on the other hand, the finality of Jesus Christ. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on February 19, 2006. Series: King's Cross: The Gospel of Mark, Part 1: The Coming of the King. Scripture: Mark 2:23-3:6. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.