OneLife Church
The OneLife Church podcast features weekly messages from the church's Sunday services. Its mission is to be and make disciples of Jesus who love God, one another, and the world. Based in the Bay Area of Houston, the church aims to make much of Jesus in everyday life for the good of its neighborhoods and beyond. Listeners can hear the previous Sunday's message each week.
Episodes
Life Under the Sun: Week 1
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Following Jesus Together: Those Beside
Who is walking beside you as you follow Jesus? We were never meant to follow Him alone. God designed the local church to give us more than a crowd to worship with, He gives us people to walk with. And the people closest to us will inevitably shape who we become: “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise” (Proverbs 13:20). We need Christ-centered friendships with brothers and sisters who know us, s
Following Jesus Together: Those Following
What does God require of me? What is truly good for me? And what is my responsibility to others? Jesus answers these life-defining questions with a call that challenges everything our culture tells us: the good life is found in giving your life away. Following Jesus isn't about pursuing our own comfort or simply growing in our own faith. It's about sacrificially loving others, even when it comes a
Following Jesus Together: Those Ahead
Who are you following as you follow Jesus? Christianity was never meant to be lived in isolation. You came to faith because someone kept the chain of discipleship going, passing the gospel from one person to the next until it reached you. Now you are part of that chain. God uses people ahead of us to offer wisdom, expose our blind spots, and show us what faithful obedience looks like. Spiritual gr
Friends of OneLife with Steve Tibbert
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Come, Follow Me: Building Relationally
Following Jesus was never meant to be a solo pursuit. We were created to know God and to be deeply connected to His people, working together to fulfill the mission He has given us. The Great Commission defines what we do, and the Great Commandment shapes how we do it: loving God and loving one another. Healthy, authentic relationships aren’t optional to the life of the church; they are how the bod
The Purpose of Fasting
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Galatians: Week 15
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Galatians: Whose Burden Are You Carrying?
Following Jesus was never meant to be an independent life. Galatians 6 calls us to shed our self-centered independence and become people who are willing to step into the mess, carry one another’s burdens, and restore those caught in sin with gentleness and love. We bear burdens not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but because Jesus carried the greatest burden we never could, taking our s
Galatians: Walk with the Spirit: The Fruit
Why is real change so hard? We know who we want to become, but willpower alone never seems to be enough. The world promises transformation through self-improvement, but Scripture points us to something entirely different. In Galatians 5, Paul reveals that the Christian life isn’t about producing better behavior. It’s about the Holy Spirit producing His fruit within us as we learn to walk in step w
Galatians: Walk with the Spirit: The Fight
Every Christian is in a fight. Galatians 5 exposes the conflict taking place within every believer: the flesh pulls us toward self-rule, while the Spirit leads us into the life and freedom of Christ. The battle is real, but so is the victory God provides. Verse 16 says, “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.” It’s only through the Holy Spirit that we are empowered
Galatians: True Freedom
Everyone wants freedom, but what does true freedom actually look like? Is it getting whatever you want? Living without limits? Galatians 5 reveals that the freedom Christ offers is far greater than the world’s definition. Jesus didn’t simply set us free from something. He set us free for something. Free from the endless cycle of performance and the power of sin, we are invited into a life that is
Galatians: Two Paths
What does it really mean to be free? In Galatians 4:21–5:1, Paul communicates a powerful contrast between a life of striving to earn God's approval and the freedom that comes through trusting in Christ. Through the story of Hagar and Sarah, we see two paths presented to every human being - a path of self reliance and slavery, and a path of trusting God's promise and freedom. The gospel of Jesus in
Galatians: Christ Formed in You
What does true gospel ministry actually look like? In Galatians 4:8–20, Paul moves from theology to tears. His goal isn’t applause, popularity, or performance—it is that Christ would be formed in people. True gospel ministry calls us out of slavery and into intimacy with God, invites us to become relatable examples of Christ, and requires the courage to open our hearts to others even when it costs
Galatians: How to be a child of God
What comes to mind when you think about how God feels toward you? For many people, it’s disappointment, distance, or the feeling that they have to prove themselves. But Galatians 4 reveals a radically different picture. Through Christ, God doesn’t simply forgive sinners. He adopts them. The Father pursued you, not because you earned His love, but because He wanted you. Jesus came to bring us out o
Galatians: The Law’s True Purpose
If works of the law don’t save us, what’s the point of the law? Is it an enemy of faith in Christ? In Galatians 3:19-29, Paul shows that the law isn’t to be discarded but rightly understood because its purpose, its limits, and its trajectory, all point us to Christ. The law can’t save us. But it can point us to the one who can.You can join our OneLife Sunday morning gatherings via livestream at 9a
Galatians: The Great Exchange
Is your salvation built on performance or promise? Most of us know we’re saved by grace, yet many of us still live as though God’s acceptance must be earned. Paul takes the Galatians back to Abraham to remind them that God’s promises have never depended on human effort. The law reveals our need, but only Christ can rescue us from it. Jesus, the only truly blessed and righteous One, became a curse
Galatians: Why life without the Holy Spirit is impossible.
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Galatians: What Does it Mean to be Gospel Centered?
In Galatians 2, Paul publicly confronts Peter because his behavior was out of step with the truth of the gospel. By separating himself from Gentile believers, Peter was reinforcing a counterfeit gospel that said acceptance with God comes through religious performance rather than faith in Christ alone. Paul reminds us that justification is by grace through faith, not by works, and that the true gos
Friends of OneLife with Ryan Ter Morshuizen
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Mother's Day at OneLife 2026
You can join our OneLife Sunday morning gatherings via livestream at 9am and 11am CST every Sunday morning. Or if you’re local to the Bay Area of Houston, we’d love to have you join us in person Saturdays at 5pm and Sundays at 9am and 11am!Subscribe to our YouTube channel to join us live on Sunday mornings: / @onelifehouston Listen to more messages from OneLife Church at https://www.onelifehou
Galatians: Protecting Against False Gospels
Paul preached the same gospel to Jews and Gentiles—grace alone, nothing added. When Titus, a Gentile, was fully accepted without adopting Jewish law, it made the message unmistakable: we are saved by grace, not by what we do. But that truth must be guarded. From the beginning, false teachers tried to add to the gospel, and the same danger remains today. We’re called to hold fast to the true gospel
Galatians: A Life Rewritten
Paul’s story is one of radical change—once opposing God and trusting in his own righteousness, now seeing clearly through the gospel. Writing to the Galatian church, his urgency comes from a dangerous distortion: adding anything to Jesus. Whether through rebellion or trying to earn God’s approval, both paths miss Him. Before Christ, we were all far from God, even when we looked “good.” The gospel
Galatians: Guarding the Gospel
As we begin a new series through Galatians, we’re confronted with a sobering reality: even small distortions of the gospel can lead us away from the truth. From the beginning, false teachers have added to Jesus, turning “Christ alone” into “Christ plus something else.” But the true gospel comes from God, not us—it’s about what Jesus has accomplished, not what we must earn. Legalism may look like d
The Gospel of Mark: Resurrection Hope
Mark’s Gospel ends with an empty tomb and a question that still confronts us today: what will we do with the resurrection of Jesus? The women came expecting death but were met with life, reminding us how often we live as if hope is gone, unaware that everything has already changed. Jesus is not in the grave, and because He lives, hope is present. The resurrection is the foundation of our faith and
Living in Light of Eternity
Time is running shorter than we think, and eternity is closer than we often live like it is. We are not at home here; we are citizens of heaven, called to live with our feet on the ground and our eyes fixed on what is to come. When that reality grips us, it reshapes everything. Prayer becomes less about asking and more about abiding and fighting through distraction to be with God. Love becomes dee
The Gospel of Mark: Restoration After Failure
Peter’s denial is closer to our story than we’d like to admit. The drift away from Jesus rarely happens all at once, but in subtle steps: pride in our own devotion, distance from His presence, and eventually compromise we never thought we were capable of. We promise faithfulness, yet find ourselves relying on our own strength, following at a distance, and blending into a world that pulls us furthe
The Gospel of Mark: The Cost of Salvation
What if the greatest relief your soul could ever experience is knowing that your sin has been fully paid for and that the God you once offended now welcomes you as a friend? In Mark 14:43–65, Jesus is betrayed, falsely accused, mocked, and condemned, yet he stands silent before corrupt men; not because he is powerless, but because he is willingly submitting to the Father’s plan and drinking the cu
The Gospel of Mark: Watch and Pray
As Jesus approaches the cross, the weight of what lies ahead presses heavily upon Him. In the garden of Gethsemane, we see Jesus turn to His Father in intimate prayer, calling Him “Abba”—a deeply personal expression of trust and relationship. Jesus asks if there is another way, yet ultimately submits fully to the Father’s will. Meanwhile, the disciples—exhausted from an intense and emotional week—
The Gospel of Mark: Why the Blood of Jesus Matters
We are a people who sing about and celebrate the blood of Jesus—but why? Every human being stands guilty before a holy God. None of us escape sin. All have fallen short, and justice does not simply disappear. At Passover, judgment fell either on the lamb or on the firstborn son, but a substitute had to die. That night was always pointing forward. As Jesus shared the meal with His disciples, He was
The Gospel of Mark: Treasure Him
As the shadow of the cross draws near, two very different treasures are exposed in this passage. In the darkness, religious leaders and Judas calculate cost and control. In the light, Mary the sister of Martha, pours out what would have been nearly a year’s wages to anoint Jesus. Her extravagant offering wasn’t impulsive; it was deeply personal. She looked at her earthly wealth and decided that ex
Vision 2026: A People of His Presence
How will anyone know we are distinct if God’s presence doesn’t go with us? Would we really be satisfied with blessing, momentum, or even success if His presence were missing? From Moses to the early church, God’s people have been marked by the reality of God among them. But we also see through the ministry of Jesus that it’s possible to limit the presence of God. In Nazareth, Jesus was met with un
Pursuing the Spirit - Hearing From God
God created us for relationship with Him, not one-way conversations where we do all the talking. He is a God who speaks! He guides, comforts, heals, and leads His people. We come to the Father not because of our effort, but because of His unfailing love. We are like sheep and we are to know the Shepherd's voice. God’s voice sounds like a loving Father, bringing comfort in sorrow, healing in broken
Pursuing the Spirit - Grieving and Quenching
Are you satisfied with your current relationship with God, or do you want more of His presence and nearness? A.W. Tozer once said we have as much of God as we actually want, inviting us to examine how we engage with Him. The Holy Spirit is not an impersonal force, but God Himself—our Advocate, the Spirit of truth, with us and in us. Because He is personal, He can be grieved or quenched when we neg
Pursuing the Spirit - Filled
Because we are Jesus people, we want all that Jesus has for us, and that means being a Spirit-empowered people. We live in a time with more Christian content and resources than ever before, yet the church can feel weaker and less effective than what we see in Scripture. The early church had far less than we do, and yet the gospel spread like wildfire because they were filled with the Holy Spirit i
Advent: When Heaven Breaks In
Christmas is more than nostalgia or sentiment. It marks the moment God stepped into our world to begin the redemption of all things. In Luke 2, we’re invited to let the birth of Jesus interrupt our assumptions about this season and encounter the God of the nativity as He truly is. The angel doesn’t appear to the powerful or the polished, but to shepherds—men considered unclean, uneducated, poor, a
Advent: Choosing Faith Over Control
What if the interruptions in your life are actually invitations to trust God more deeply? This week, we look at the birth of Jesus through the eyes of Joseph—a man faced with decisions that would reshape his life forever. From choosing compassion over reputation, believing an impossible truth, obeying God amid uncertainty, and ultimately rearranging his entire life around Jesus, Joseph models quie
Advent: When God Steps Into the Impossible
In the first message of our Advent series, we looked at Luke 1:26–37, when Gabriel comes to Mary and announces God’s plan for her to carry Jesus, the Messiah. This familiar moment draws us into the wonder of a God who enters ordinary lives and accomplishes what we could never make happen on our own. Mary faces a choice: hold onto the story she expected, or surrender to God’s greater story. She doe
Family Service: Three Pictures of a Wholehearted Disciple
This weekend at our Family Service, we looked at the story Paul tells in 2 Timothy 1:5 about how faith first took root in Timothy through his grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice. Their home wasn’t perfect or put-together; Acts 16:1 shows us that Timothy’s dad wasn’t a believer, and the family was divided in their faith. But God has never been limited by messy families! He loves to make somethin
The Gospel of Mark: Week 39
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The Gospel of Mark: What Jesus Has to Say About the End Times
Are you living like this world is your home or like Jesus is truly coming back for you? In Mark 13:1–31, Jesus speaks into the unthinkable—the fall of the temple—and uses it to open our eyes to the bigger story God is writing. He lays out the signs that will unfold: deception, disasters, persecution, tribulation, and ultimately His return in power and glory. But woven through it all is a steady ho
The Gospel of Mark: True Faith vs False Religion
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Friends of OneLife with Bryan Mowrey: The Overflow of Grace
We all tend to fall into one of two ditches – licentiousness or legalism – but the grace of Jesus rescues us from both. Grace reveals that our worth isn’t found in how much we perform or how far we’ve strayed, but in what Jesus has already done. In Luke 7, a Pharisee’s self-righteousness and a broken woman’s worship collide, and Jesus makes clear that forgiveness and love flow not from rule-keepin
The Gospel of Mark: Authentic Devotion
Many of us long for a faith that’s real; not just words or appearances, but genuine devotion to Jesus. In Mark 12:38–44, Jesus contrasts the hollow devotion of the scribes with the sincere, sacrificial devotion of a poor widow. While the scribes gave large sums to be seen and admired, the widow quietly gave all she had. Jesus flips the script and shows us that authentic devotion isn’t casual, it’s
The Gospel of Mark: Wholehearted Love
When asked what mattered most, Jesus pointed us back to something ancient and foundational—the Shema: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.” God doesn’t just want a part of us, He wants the whole person. Real love for God isn’t compartmentalized; it’s a fully integrated response of heart, mind, and action. Feelings alone can’t sustain love, but neither can obedienc
The Gospel of Mark: Rooting out Unbelief
Do you truly know God or do you just know about Him? Sometimes deep-seeded unbelief can take root in our hearts. It manifests as an unwillingness to trust God or take Him at His Word. In this passage, Jesus confronts the Sadducees for their willful ignorance, a refusal to know truth. Yet even in His rebuke, there’s good news: if Jesus says they’re wrong, it means there is a right. Jesus shows that
Leading as an Example | October 5th, 2025
Many people think leadership is about talent, charisma, or gifting—the “it” factor that makes someone stand out. But Jesus defines leadership differently. He emphasizes faithfulness over talent and warns us not to confuse giftedness with godliness. True leaders set an example in every area of life, not just in what they do but in who they are. We teach what we know, but we reproduce who we are. Th
Leading with Relational Health | September 28th, 2025
For Christians, what we do with our relationships is the most important thing about us. Our walk with Jesus is meant to be lived out in community, with relationships as the very place where our faith takes shape. We should be able to identify the quality of someone’s faith by looking at their relationships. Jesus reorders our priorities: Him first, others second, ourselves third. The only reason w
Leading with Confidence & Courage | September 21st, 2025
In a world marked by fear, anxiety, and insecurity, Jesus stands out as the most confident and courageous leader who ever lived. He was not insecure, not swayed by people’s opinions, not ruled by fear. And because of Him, we’ve been given everything we need to walk with that same humble confidence and bold courage. True confidence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a trust issue. When our confidence i
Leading with Grace and Truth | September 14th, 2025
Jesus’ leadership was marked by both grace and truth—never one at the expense of the other. Truth sets boundaries, confronts sin, and reveals God’s standards. Grace offers forgiveness, kindness, and help for people to flourish. When we look at Jesus’ interactions—the woman at the well, the woman caught in adultery—we see Him refusing to excuse sin while still welcoming sinners. Too often, we lean
Leading in Humility | September 7th, 2025
The way of Jesus is the way of humility—and yet pride lurks in every one of our hearts. Pride keeps us comparing, striving, and resisting God, while humility positions us to receive His grace. True Christian leadership is not marked by pride or self-importance but by a posture of humility, following the example of Jesus who became a servant. Scripture is clear: God opposes the proud but gives grac
Why We Need Leaders | August 31st 2025
What kind of impact is your life leaving on others? Every disciple of Jesus is called to grow in leadership—not just those with formal titles, but anyone who takes responsibility for the good of others. Leadership in God’s kingdom is never about power or self-promotion; it’s about serving. If a leader brings about change, then more leaders can bring about more change. Jesus redefined leadership wh
The Path of Life
Life presents us with many paths, but not all of them lead to life. David shows us in Psalm 16 that confidence, joy, and lasting satisfaction are only found in God. We often run after “functional gods” like career, romance, money, or approval, but they multiply sorrow instead of bringing peace. The narrow path of following Jesus may not always feel comfortable, but it leads to true joy and pleasur
The Gospel of Mark: Render to God the Things that are God’s
Whose authority are you living under? When confronted with a politically charged trap, Jesus shows Himself to be the wisest person on earth. The Pharisees and Herodians, enemies who unite only because they hate Him more, try to corner Him with a question about taxes. But Jesus doesn’t take the bait. Instead, He exposes the deeper issue—our rebellion against God. “Why put Me to the test?” He asks,
Friends of OneLife with Alan Frow: The Healing of Rejection | August 10th, 2025
How does Jesus heal us from rejection? By taking it onto Himself so it can no longer define us. From His hometown to His closest followers, Jesus knew what it was to be rejected. In the moment with Jairus and the bleeding woman, He steps toward the outcast, takes her uncleanness onto Himself, and gives her His wholeness. It’s a preview of the cross—where He bore the ultimate rejection from God so
The Gospel of Mark: The Lord of the Vineyard
When Jesus comes with authority, does your heart welcome Him or push back? Jesus tells a parable about a vineyard, unfaithful tenants, and a rejected son—a clear rebuke of the religious leaders who continually resisted God’s messengers. Drawing from Isaiah’s vineyard prophecy, Jesus reveals God’s long-suffering patience toward His people despite their repeated rejection. But when the Son arrives,
The Gospel of Mark: Faith That Pleases God
Jesus is King—and He’s not just building a new way forward, He’s dismantling what’s broken. As He passes the fig tree and speaks of moving mountains, He’s not offering a blank check for our desires; He’s declaring judgment on a religious system that had lost its way. This passage has often been misunderstood, fueling teachings that twist faith into a formula for getting what we want. But Jesus was
The Gospel of Mark: Surrendering to Jesus as King
Sometimes the Jesus we want isn’t the Jesus we get. As Jesus begins His journey to the cross, He reveals His true identity—and it demands a response. The crowds shout “Hosanna,” hoping for the kind of king they expected. But Jesus came not just to save, but to rule. His Lordship means dethroning ourselves and surrendering fully to Him. From the fig tree that appeared alive but bore no fruit, to th
The Gospel of Mark: Jesus Opens the Eyes of the Blind
When was the last time you cried out to Jesus with everything you had? Bartimaeus was a blind beggar—overlooked, desperate, and clinging to hope. Day after day, he sat by the road, listening to stories about a man named Jesus—stories of healing, of power, of mercy. And then one day, Jesus passed by. In that moment, Bartimaeus didn’t hold back. He cried out with everything he had: “Jesus, Son of Da
The Gospel of Mark: Ransomed to Serve
Jesus invites us to see that following Him means following Him to the cross. He doesn’t just call us to believe in what He did—He wants us to be shaped by it. Jesus came not to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many. That means we have to first receive the reality that He gave His life to rescue us from sin and from the empty, self-focused ways we used to live. But it d
The Gospel of Mark: One Thing You Lack
What’s holding you back from fully following Jesus? This week, we looked at the story of the rich young ruler in Mark 10—a man who had everything, but walked away sad when Jesus asked for the one thing he wouldn’t surrender. Jesus, from His heart of genuine love towards us, exposes the things that we cling to (idols and self-reliance), so that we can cling to Him instead! Eternal life is a gift to
The Gospel of Mark: True Discipleship
How do we know if we are true disciples of Jesus? How do we know if we have truly repented and believed in the gospel? This week, Chris Nagel brought us back to our Mark series, looking at chapter 9 where Jesus teaches about the heart of a true disciple. True disciples seek true greatness in God’s eyes, not the appearance of greatness. True disciples are much more concerned about their own allegia
Family Legacy: Fathers Who Follow Jesus
Good fathers leave more than memories—they leave a legacy. Fatherhood is about more than today; it’s about shaping generations. When dads take Jesus seriously, their children learn to do the same. This is a challenge to reflect God’s heart—to be strong and loving, to walk in community, and to lead with grace that’s rooted in security, not fear. Our kids don’t need perfection—they need fathers who
Family Legacy: Practices for Families Who Put Jesus First
Culture shapes how we see the world—but often in ways that distort what’s true. It elevates feelings over truth, self-fulfillment over sacrifice, and emotional comfort over obedience. But Jesus calls us to something better. As families, we’re meant to walk in spiritual truth—not cultural trends. That means building a shared identity centered on Jesus, openly sharing our stories of His faithfulness
Family Legacy: The Call of a Grandparent
God’s design has always included grandparents as key spiritual influencers in the lives of future generations. But in today’s culture, where age groups are often siloed and youth are pulled away from the wisdom of their elders, we risk missing one of God’s most powerful discipleship tools. It’s a call for grandparents—and those old enough to be one—to reject the myth of retirement from spiritual p
Family Legacy: Raising Kids God’s Way
Parenting is a sacred calling—one where God entrusts parents with real, God-given authority to shepherd their children toward His purposes. This authority isn’t about control, but about representing God through love, truth, discipline, and consistency. Our children are like arrows—meant to be shaped, aimed, and released with intention. But they won’t hit the target by chance. At the core of our pa
Family Legacy: Marriage on Mission
What if our marriages were about more than happiness? In a culture that says marriage is about finding your special person and chasing romantic fulfillment, God offers a deeper purpose—one that builds spiritual legacies and changes generations. Marriage is meant to be a partnership—face-to-face in intimacy and shoulder-to-shoulder on mission. God designed families to shape the world by raising chi
Mother's Day at OneLife: A Legacy of Faith
What if we saw parenting not just as a daily task, but as one of the main ways God brings His promises to life across generations? God invites us to see family the way He does—with a bigger, generational mindset. He’s not just thinking about today; He’s thinking about our kids, their kids, and beyond. Now more than ever, we need families who put God first—who walk in His ways and raise children to
The Gospel of Mark: Fighting Self-Reliance
It’s easy to feel strong when we’ve just come off a spiritual high—like we’ve seen God move and we’re ready to take on the world. But then life hits, and we realize we’ve started relying more on ourselves than on Jesus. That’s what happened with the disciples. After seeing Jesus in His glory, they couldn’t cast out a demon—not for lack of effort, but because they were operating in their own streng
Friends of OneLife with Tope Koleoso: Tried and Tested
Life is full of tests, even for those who follow Jesus. But these tests aren’t random; they’re divinely allowed and designed by God to shape our character, grow our faith, and prepare us for the journey ahead. God uses tests to form us into pillars—people of strength, stability, and support for others. God is working through every circumstance to mature us. He won’t allow shortcuts because His goa
The Gospel of Mark: The Path to True Satisfaction
In the transfiguration of Jesus, we catch a glimpse of the glory that has always been His—but now revealed. This moment on the mountain invites us to behold His glory, receive His suffering, and listen to His voice. Like the disciples, we can be so used to the ordinary that we miss the extraordinary presence of Jesus right in front of us. But when the veil is lifted, we see that He alone satisfies
The Gospel of Mark: Following the Real Jesus
Sometimes we come to Jesus thinking we see clearly, but like Peter in this passage, we often only see part of the picture. When Jesus asks, “Who do you say I am?” Peter gets the right answer—“You are the Christ.” But he still doesn’t fully understand what that means. He’s holding onto his own ideas of who Jesus should be, and it leads him to push back against Jesus’ plan to suffer and be killed. W
The Gospel of Mark: Don’t You Understand Yet?
Jesus had already fed a massive crowd once—and now, here He is doing it again. The disciples had seen Him come through before, but they still struggled to trust. Sound familiar? We’ve all had moments where we’ve seen God move powerfully in our lives, only to find ourselves doubting when the next challenge comes. God has been incredibly faithful. He’s provided when we lacked, brought peace when we
The Gospel of Mark: Persistent Faith and the Goodness of Jesus
The story of the Gentile woman shows us what genuine faith looks like—humble, persistent, and confident in the goodness of Jesus. Even when it feels like barriers are in the way, real faith presses on, believing that God is kind and compassionate. Sometimes our faith is grown through waiting, suffering, and not getting immediate answers. But Jesus isn’t pushing us away—He’s drawing us closer, invi
The Gospel of Mark: How to Kill Real Faith in Three Easy Steps
It’s so easy to settle for religion instead of relationship—and when we do, it kills our faith. Jesus confronts the Pharisees because they elevated man-made rules above God’s Word, putting tradition and personal preference in the place of true obedience. The same thing can happen today—when we focus more on outward appearances than inward devotion, or when we blame the world around us instead of l
The Gospel of Mark: Jesus in the Storm - Brian Barr
Do you really know Jesus, or have you just been familiar with Him? When life gets hard—and it will—it’s easy to let fear or disappointment cloud our view of who He really is. But Jesus isn’t committed to making our lives comfortable; He’s committed to growing our faith. In this moment with His disciples, walking on water in the middle of a storm, Jesus reveals Himself as the One who has power over
The Gospel of Mark: Jesus Satisifies Every Human Need - Chris Nagel
Jesus feeding the 5,000 is more than just a miracle—it’s a glimpse into the heart of Christ. It reveals our deep need and his desire to satisfy not just some of our needs, but all of them. We often come to Jesus expecting him to meet our physical or immediate desires, but he wants to give us something greater—himself. He is the Bread of Life, our daily nourishment, the one who truly satisfies. Jus
The Gospel of Mark: Choosing Christ When You Face Trials - Steve Barr
Herod had the opportunity to do the right thing—but he didn’t. Faced with pressure, pride, and the weight of his reputation, he made a choice that led him away from truth and into darkness. We all face these moments. Will we stand firm for Jesus, or will we crumble under pressure like Herod? In this message, we look at John the Baptist’s unwavering commitment to proclaim Christ, even when it cost
The Gospel of Mark: Standing Firm in a World that Rejects Jesus - Brian Barr
The gospel of Jesus is offensive—it challenges pride, confronts sin, and calls people to surrender. Jesus Himself was rejected—misunderstood and dismissed. The same rejection He faced is something we will encounter as His disciples. How do we handle it? Do we compromise under pressure, or do we stand firm with joy, righteousness, and unwavering faith? Looking at Mark 6, we see how pride blinds the
The Gospel of Mark: Jesus Responds to Imperfect Faith - Jeremy Little
Sometimes, life throws obstacles at us that we just can’t fix, no matter how hard we try. Those desperate moments reveal the true state of our faith, and often it is meager, small, and very imperfect. But the good news is that Jesus responds to imperfect faith! In Mark 5, both Jairus and a woman suffering for years came to Jesus, not because they were ready to follow Him, but because they believed
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