Good Morning “No Doubt Followers.”  Today we are in Mark 9.Jesus continued to show His followers who He truly is.  In Mark 8 we learned that although they “saw” Him, they did not “see” Him clearly.  They believed He was the Messiah and knew what that meant but were still confused about the cross.  They had been given the power to cast our demons but at times doubted and failed.  They “understood” ...  Read More

Good Morning “Life Losers”. Today we dive into Mark 8.  The Pharisees wanted to see a sign that Jesus really was who He claimed to be?  A sign?  You mean like raising the dead, or healing the lame, blind, deaf, mute, casing out demons left and right… or how about controlling the weather? They simply didn’t get it!  Matthew 12:39-40 records Jesus’ response with a bit more detail.  For the wicked th...  Read More

Good Morning “Like Jesus.”  Today we are in Mark 7.  “… You have a fine way of setting aside the commands of God in order to observe your own traditions!” Mark‬ ‭7‬:‭9‬ ‭NIV‬‬It’s easy to get hung up on religious practices.  Because we are sinners we daily experience conviction from the Holy Spirit.  It seems we can somewhat quiet the voice of conviction by “doing” things that make us “feel” spiri...  Read More

Good Morning “Jesus Recognizers.”  Today we are in Mark 6.What did those closest to Jesus, the religious leaders, and at times even the disciples have in common?  They just didn’t get it!  Even after watching Jesus perform many miracles, cast out demons, calm the fierce storm in Mark 3,  even feeding thousands with five loaves and 2 fish and picking up leftovers - they still don’t get it when He w...  Read More

Good Morning “Demon Slayers”. Today we are in Mark 5.  Satan has been wreaking havoc throughout the earth (Job 1:7).  But, now, Jesus is on the scene and making His power apparent! Jesus’ teaching, ministry, and miracles served to do more than just love and teach the Disciples and other followers. He was putting Satan on notice.  He was making a definitive BOLD statement!  If we look back a bit to...  Read More

Good Morning “Mature”.  Let’s dig into Mark 4Have you decided which seed you are?  The Word of God is living and active!  When taught by the Spirit of God - it is the ONLY thing capable of bringing about change in our lives!  It is our sword against the evil one!   It is THE TRUTH!  The ONLY absolute we can turn to!  It is our ONLY instruction manual, guidebook, modern day gps, measuring stick, fo...  Read More

Good Morning “Forgiven Sinners.”  Today we are in Mark 3.Is there any limit to the Mercy and Grace of our God through the Blood of Jesus?  Is there any particular sin, or amount of sin that is unforgivable?  We read about one sin here in Mark. Check it out:“Truly I tell you, people can be forgiven all their sins and every slander they utter, but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will neve...  Read More

Good Morning “Mat Lower-ers.”  Today we are in Mark 2.Everywhere Jesus went, crowds followed.  Some were religious leaders seeking to trip Him up.  Some were simply seekers wondering what it was all about.  Some already believed and wanted to learn.  Some wanted healing so badly they would do ANYTHING to get to Jesus - to receive healing for themselves, their friends, or their loved ones.  If we t...  Read More

Good Morning “Call Answerers.” Today we are in Mark 1.You will likely notice some similarities as Matthew, Mark, Luke and John share their accounts of what they witnessed with Jesus.  Don’t get irritated at the repetition, pay attention to them.  Note the differences.  If God thought it was important enough to inspire more than one writer with the same message, it's probably important for us to be...  Read More

Good Morning “Kingdom Laborers.” Today we wrap up Matthew with Chapter 28The real Easter story - He is Risen.  Early on the 3rd day an Angel of the Lord that looks like lightning appears and rolls back the stone!  Looks like what?  Lightening it says, with clothes as white as snow.  When Moses wanted to see God, God had to stick his head in a rock Moses could only see Him from the back side as He ...  Read More

Good Morning Jesus “Wanters”, today we are in Matthew 27.What is the greatest act of Love the world has ever known? Jesus, going to the cross, obediently choosing it - “But for the joy set before Him He endured the cross, scorning it’s shame…” Hebrews 12:2 The anti God / non Biblical movement is real!  Never confuse the will of the majority with the will of God! How much pressure are you under to ...  Read More

Good Morning “Strong”. Today we are in Matthew 26.The plot to kill Jesus, the deal, The Passover (Last Supper) in the upper room, a little last teaching, the arrest, the beginning of trial proceedings (if you can call it that), the scattering of the disciples, and Peter’s denial.  This chapter is jam packed.It’s easy for us to point the finger at Peter, but they all scattered.  How would you react...  Read More