Jesus: The Servant King

Risen | Mark 16 |
As light dawns on the third day, the future breaks into the present with fear and alarm, but because Jesus is alive we need not be afraid. Outline Light dawns (vv1-3) An alarming sight! (vv4-7) Trembling and Afraid (v8) This sermon covers Mark 16:1-8. In the message there is a brief mention of the question of the ending of Mark. This is a short introduction to the questions around Mark’s ending Read more

God Forsaken | Mark 15:33-47 |
Where do we find God? In this Good Friday message, we hear how in the darkness and God-forsakenness of the Cross, we meet the one who is the Son of God. Outline Darkness Cry Curtain Confession

Mocking the King | Mark 15:1-32 |
Why did Jesus die? As Jesus is mocked by soldiers and leaders, they unwittingly speak the truth—that through his death, Jesus saves. Outline The King or the Terrorist (vv1-16) Crowning the King (vv16-20) The King who Saves (vv21-32)

Truth on Trial | Mark 14:53-72 |
When anxiety is high, truth is often low. In the anxious events recorded during Jesus’ trial, we see lies and denial, yet Jesus remains true. He knows and reveals his identity, which is means grace for us. Outline …the sheep will be scattered (vv53-54) Anxiety and Lies (vv55-65) Anxiety and Denial (vv66-72) Lies, Truth, and Grace

Gethsemane | Mark 14:26-52 |
This message looks at the Thursday of Jesus’ final week when his hour had finally come. Outline Jesus always knew His hour is coming What a week Friday is coming

Body and Blood | Mark 14:1-25 |
Christians throughout history and around the world celebrate the Lord’s Supper. Where does this come from? In this message, we go back to the days leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion and see two meals that explain the cross and resurrection. Outline Preparing the Body (vv1-11) Body and Blood (vv12-25) Receiving Christ

The Son Revealed | Mark 13 |
In this message, we hear some of Jesus most troubling words, as he prepares his followers for the greatest distress of history—and the mission that will follow. Outline Mountain Top View (vv1-4) Signs and Suffering (vv5-13) Greatest distress (vv14-23) The Son Comes (vv24-32) Watch (vv33-37) The Mission of the Son Revealed

Not Far From the Kingdom | Mark 12:28-44 |
What’s most important to God? What’s valued in Jesus’ kingdom? In this message, we hear Jesus’ answer about the most important commandment, and see the devastating impact of ignoring what Jesus says. Outline The most important commandment (vv28-34) David’s Son (vv35-37, Psalm 110) Devouring Widows (vv39-44) Loving God and Neighbour

Whose Authority? | Mark 11:27-12:27 |
‘Who do you think you are?’ ‘Where do you get your authority from?’ As we continue to follow Jesus during his final week in Jerusalem, we see his authority as he debates and teaches the so-called religious leaders in the temple. Outline Test 1: Authority (11:27-33) The rejected cornerstone (12:1-11, Isaiah 5:1-2, 7) Test 2: Politics (12:12-17) Test 3: Resurrection (12:18-27) Don’t be deceived!

The King in His Temple | Luke 11:1-25 |
What does Jesus’ think about corrupt, exclusive, religion? In this message, we see how Jesus responds to religion that’s all show and without fruit. Outline The king arrives (vv1-11) A tree without fruit (vv12-21) Prayer at the end of the world (vv22-25)