Dutilh Sermons Podcast

The greatest injustice in human history begins as Judas (one of Jesus’ closest friends) betrays him. As Jesus is about to be detained, the disciples are ready to fight. But Jesus calls them off. He will not resist his arrest. He knows that this is the very reason that he came. In this message, we focus on the courage of Jesus, who chose to do God’s will, resisting all temptations to flee. Based on...

Jesus was human. Just like any human being, he felt grief and distress when he considered the immense suffering he was about to go. Gethsemane is the sacred place he went to pray and seek the strength to submit to God’s will. All of us have distressing moments, when we struggle to accept God’s will. In this message, we see how Jesus models for us honest prayer combined with devoted surrender as th...

For 2,000 years Christians have celebrated the Lord’s Supper. While traditions vary, the practice is always connected to the special meal Jesus shared with his disciples in the Upper Room. In the message we explore the last supper, what happened, what it means, and how it shaped 2,000 years of tradition.  Based on Mark 14:12-26 Passion, Part 2: Discussion Guide

With the plot to kill Jesus now in full motion, an unnamed woman comes to anoint Jesus with expensive perfume. The disciples object at the woman’s extravagant gesture, but Jesus doesn’t stop here. His time has come. He is ready to go to the cross and die, and the disciples have precious few hours left with Jesus. Life is fragile. None of us knows when our last moment will be. Jesus teaches us to e...

For centuries, human beings have been fascinated by the return of Jesus. When is he coming again? How will we know when he is coming? What will it be like on that day? In this sermon, we unpack Jesus’ most comprehensive teaching about the last days, focusing on what he did (and didn’t) say. Based on Mark 13:1-36

The old saying is that everything you need to know can be learned in kindergarten. Jesus would validate this truth. As Jesus was teaching in the temple courts he was asked to summarize the most important of God’s commands. His answer was simple: love God, and love your neighbor. In this sermon, we will see how these commands are easy to say, but much more difficult to do. Based on Mark 12:28-34

We typically think of Palm Sunday as happy parade in which Jesus is celebrated as king. Yet, as the gospel tells it, it was much more than a little parade. It was a statement about all that Jesus came to do and the kind of king he would be. In this message, we take a fresh look at the events of palm Sunday. Based on Mark 11:1-22 Journeys with Jesus, Part 7: A Tale of Two Parades

We live in a culture that tells us to strive to be first. We are always looking to move up, become better, and get more. Yet, as Jesus teaches his disciples, the best way to live is to seek to be last, not first. In this message, we explore the servant heart of Jesus and discover how we can posture our hearts to serve the world. Based on Mark 10:35-45 Journeys with Jesus, Part 6: Learning to be La...

We cannot survive the journey of life without materials possessions. Food, water, clothing, housing – there are many basic things we need to survive. Yet, if we are not careful, the material comforts of the world can become a major stumbling block in our faith. In this sermon, we explore Jesus’ encounter with a rich young man who was too attached to his worldly possessions. Based on Mark 10:17-31...

The death of Jesus wasn’t a surprise. Jesus predicted it was going to happen three times. The disciples couldn’t believe…or perhaps we should say they wouldn’t believe it. In this message, we see that the cross was God’s plan all along and that Jesus knew there was no way to save the world apart from giving himself on the cross. Based on Mark 9:30-37 Journeys with Jesus, Part 4: Calling His Shot

In life’s twisting journey, there are moments when God gives us mountain top experiences – moments when it feels like we taste heaven. While those moments never last long, they can give us the energy and strength to face the valleys of adversity. In this message, we unpack the powerful experience Peter, James, and John had on a mountain top with Jesus. Based on Mark 9:2-12 Journeys with Jesus, Par...

When the disciples realized that Jesus is the Messiah, they hoped that he would bring about the full salvation and restoration of Israel immediately. They weren’t prepared for the truth that the true Messiah must first suffer the cross. And yet, as Jesus would teach them, the only way to experience a life fully redeemed is through the cross. In this message, we talk about the importance of self-de...

This week we are kicking off a new series called “The Journey.” The series continues our year long journey through the gospel of Mark. The first message in the series is called “Turning Point,” and is based on Mark 8:27-33 . Journeys with Jesus, Part 1: Discussion Guide

Jesus’ visit with the Syrophonecian woman illustrates Jesus’ desire to include the Gentiles in his gospel mission. In his quest to proclaim the good news, Jesus is willing to go to the ultimate “outsiders.”

The conflict between Jesus and the Pharisees starts to come to a head, as the Pharisees criticize Jesus for not following ceremonial laws. Jesus responds with courage, accusing the Pharisees of elevating human traditions over God’s law. In this sermon, we talk about the pressure we often face to uphold the traditions and values of our culture over and against God’s values. Based on Mark 7:1-23

A special Father's Day message from Brian Barnett

Though he was sent by God, Jesus was treated like an outsider. As suspicions about Jesus spread among religious leaders, Jesus walked on water, demonstrating the truth of his identity as the Son of God. In this message, we learn that if Jesus can walk on water, then we can trust him to help us walk through any uncertainties we may face. Based on Mark 6:45-56

Jesus described the ever-present crowds that followed him around as “sheep without a shepherd.” They were outsiders in their own hometowns, often neglected and forgotten by their leaders. Yet Jesus had compassion on them, choosing to see them and care for their needs. In this sermon, we encounter Jesus’ miraculous feeding of the 5,000, discovering how God sees us when we feel forgotten and alone....

Have you ever felt misunderstood – like despite your best efforts no one understands your intentions or your heart? John the Baptist came to bring good news, yet he was woefully misunderstood. In this sermon, we explore the martyrdom of John the Baptist and learn from it the importance of remaining faithful to God, even when the world misunderstands us. Based on Mark 6:14-29 Outsiders, Part 1: Dis...

We often call the church the “Body of Christ” without thinking about what that statement means. Jesus literally calls us to be his hands and feet, and to extend the work that he does. In this message, we see how Jesus called his disciples and sent them out two by two to act on authority of his name. Based on Mark 6:6-13 Walking The Talk, Part 6: Called & Sent

Most of us are so busy that we have a hard time squeezing another thing into our calendars. Yet, when we see the ministry of Jesus, we find that Jesus did so much good when he was willing to be interrupted in the midst of his journeys. In this message we explore the concept of “holy interruptions,” and discover how by slowing down and paying attention we may find God in the moments that we conside...

All of us struggle with the inner demons, those voices inside of us that tempt us to disobey God; voices that rationalize our sin; voices that tell us we really aren’t that bad; we don’t really need to be changed by Jesus. We may not like to admit it, but it is easy for us to become comfortable with our demons and resistant to the change Jesus wants to bring in our lives. In this message, we encou...

We all experience storms in life – moments when the turbulence and uncertainty of life overwhelms us. In the message, we discover the truth that Jesus is the one who calms storms. When we invite Jesus into our lives, he can bring us a peace that passes understanding. Based on Mark 4:35-41 Walking The Talk, Part 3: Discussion Guide

How can you know if your heart has softened to receive Jesus? A softened heart results in a life of faithfulness. In this sermon, we listen to the parable in which Jesus describes how true genuine faith grows inside the life of the believer. Based on Mark 4:21-34 Walking The Talk, Part 2: Discussion Guide

It’s completely possible to hear Jesus’ message, witness his power, and still not believe in him. Why is that? Because belief is about more than mere intellectual understanding. It requires a softening of the heart. In this message, we unpack the parable of the Sower, identifying ways that we can soften our hearts to receive the good news of Jesus. Based on Mark 4:1-20 Walking The Talk, Part 1: Di...