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In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton begins teaching Mark 1:21–28 and shows why Jesus Christ has ultimate authority over every realm of life. As Jesus enters the synagogue in Capernaum, the people are astonished at His teaching because He speaks with authority—not like the scribes, but as the One who carries the very truth of God. Th...

Growing In Grace with Pastor Bart Horton In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton continues teaching Mark 1:16–20 and Jesus’ call to discipleship: “Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” This second half of the message explains what following Jesus looks like in everyday life—love, humility, service, suffering, and obedie...

In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton teaches Mark 1:16–20 and explains Jesus’ call to discipleship: “Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.”You’ll hear why following Jesus is both simple and costly, how the gospel produces real obedience, and what it means for everyday believers to live on mission. Pastor Bart also int...

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this message from Mark 1:16–20, Pastor Bart Horton shows how the call of Christ is both simple and costly. Jesus doesn’t merely invite people to admire Him — He commands them to follow Him, and He promises to transform them into fishers of men. Beginning with the powerful story of John Harper on the Titanic, this sermon reminds us that genuine disciples...

Jesus’ message is simple, but it isn’t soft: the time is fulfilled, the kingdom of God is at hand, and the call is urgent — repent and believe. In Three Points and a Poem by Jesus (Part 2) , Pastor Bart Horton continues in Mark 1:14–16 and shows why the gospel is always the priority of Jesus’ ministry. Even when people want miracles, relief, or answers to immediate problems, Jesus keeps pressing t...

What did Jesus preach — and why did people respond with astonishment? In Three Points and a Poem by Jesus (Part 1), Pastor Bart Horton begins Mark 1:14–16 and shows how Mark summarizes the heart of Jesus’ message with striking clarity. Jesus comes proclaiming the gospel of God: the time is fulfilled, the kingdom of God is at hand, and the call is urgent — repent and believe. This passage reminds u...

Mark’s account of Jesus’ temptation is short — but it’s loaded with meaning. In There’s a New Sheriff in Town (Part 2) , Pastor Bart Horton continues in Mark 1:12–13, showing why the Spirit drives Jesus into the wilderness and what it proves about Christ’s authority. On Satan’s home turf, in real human weakness, Jesus stands firm and overcomes every assault. You’ll also see why Mark mentions the w...

Right after Jesus’ baptism, Mark moves with urgency: the Spirit immediately drives Jesus into the wilderness — and Jesus is tempted by Satan. In This episode, (Part 1), Pastor Bart Horton begins Mark 1:12–13 and explains why this short passage is anything but small. Jesus goes onto the enemy’s turf, in real human weakness, and yet He obeys the Father perfectly and stands firm under temptation. Thi...

Why was Jesus baptized — and what does it reveal about His mission? In The Baptism of Jesus (Part 2) , Pastor Bart Horton continues in Mark 1:9–11. As Jesus steps into the waters of baptism, it isn’t Jesus confessing sin — He’s identifying with sinners and committing Himself to the path of obedience that leads to the cross fulfilling all righteousness. You’ll also see the glory of this moment as t...

In Mark 1:9–11 , Jesus steps into the Jordan to be baptized by John — and nothing about that moment is accidental or merely symbolic. In The Baptism of Jesus (Part 1) , Pastor Bart Horton explains why Christ’s baptism marks the commencement of the greatest rescue mission in history. Jesus isn’t confessing sin — He has none. He’s identifying with sinners and committing Himself to a ministry that wi...

What does real humility look like — and how do you know when you’re actually making much of Christ instead of making much of yourself? In Be the Best Nobody You Can Be (Part 2) , Pastor Bart Horton continues in Mark 1:2–8 and keeps our focus on John the Baptist — the promised messenger who prepared the way for Jesus. You’ll see why John refuses to be the point, and why his words in Mark 1:7–8 draw...

What does real humility look like—and how do you live a life that points people to Jesus instead of yourself? In “Be the Best Nobody You Can Be (Part 1)” Pastor Bart Horton continues our verse-by-verse study through the Gospel of Mark with Mark 1:2–8 , introducing the ministry of John the Baptist . In this episode, you’ll see why Mark moves so quickly from Jesus’ identity to the forerunner God pro...

Who is Jesus to you—really? In “Framing Mark’s Portrait of Christ (Part 2B)” Pastor Bart Horton continues our verse-by-verse study in Mark 1:1 , pressing the opening claim of Mark’s gospel: this is the beginning of the good news about Jesus Christ, the Son of God . This episode highlights why Mark doesn’t allow a casual, middle-of-the-road response to Jesus. Knowing what Jesus claimed is not the s...

What is the Gospel of Mark really announcing—and why does it matter for your life right now? In “Framing Mark’s Portrait of Christ (Part 2A)” Pastor Bart Horton continues our new series in Mark by digging deeper into Mark 1:1 : “The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” This episode explains why Mark’s gospel is more than history or biography—it’s good news with life-and-death...

Why does the Gospel of Mark feel so urgent, so direct, and so different from the other gospels? In Part 2 of “Setting the Stage,” Pastor Bart Horton continues our introduction to Mark—showing why the early church trusted this account, how Mark’s connection to Peter shaped the message, and why Mark’s fast-paced style presses every listener toward one central question: Is Jesus truly the Christ, the...

New Series Launch What makes the Gospel of Mark unique among the four gospels? In this kickoff episode of our new series, Pastor Bart Horton sets the stage for an in-depth journey through Mark’s fast-paced, action-driven account of Jesus Christ. Discover why Mark’s gospel stands out for its urgency, honesty, and focus on Jesus as the suffering servant and Son of God. Pastor Bart unpacks the backgr...

What does it look like to finish well in the Christian life? In this episode, Pastor Bart Horton wraps up our verse-by-verse study of Titus by exploring Paul’s final instructions—a powerful call to keep learning, keep serving, and keep meeting real needs so that our lives will be fruitful for Christ. Discover how Paul’s closing words to Titus offer practical wisdom for every believer, not just chu...

What does it look like to finish well in the Christian life? In this episode “In Conclusion Pt 1,” Pastor Bart Horton opens the final verses of Titus and shows how Paul’s closing instructions are packed with practical wisdom for every believer. Discover why Paul’s farewell isn’t just about ancient travel plans—it’s a call to order your life around the advancement of God’s kingdom. Pastor Bart expl...

What do you do when someone in the church stirs up controversy, gossip, or division? In Part 2 of “Caution Tape,” Pastor Bart Horton continues our study of Titus 3:9–11, exploring God’s clear instructions for dealing with divisive people and protecting the unity of Christ’s body. This episode unpacks the biblical process for warning, instructing, and—when necessary—drawing boundaries with those wh...

Why does the Bible include so many warnings? In this message titled “Caution Tape,” Pastor Bart Horton unpacks Titus 3:9–11 and explains why God’s spiritual warning labels are crucial for every Christian and every church. Discover why Paul tells us to “avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, strife, and disputes about the law”—and what happens when we ignore these warnings. Pastor Bart uses rela...

You know you should share the gospel. But are you actually living your life in a way that advances God's kingdom? In part 2 of this convicting message from Titus 3:8, Pastor Bart Horton delivers hard-hitting truth about what it means to live carefully and engage constructively for Christ. This isn't about adding more activities to your already-busy schedule. It's about examining how yo...

Divine Advertising | Titus 3:8 Pt 1 How does God advertise His gospel to a lost and dying world? Not through billion-dollar campaigns or celebrity endorsements—He uses you. In this powerful message from Titus 3:8, Pastor Bart Horton reveals how Christians are called to be God's living advertisements for the gospel. Discover three essential ways to effectively live out God's gospel in your...

Growing In Grace - Easter Hope Pt 2 (Titus 3:7) Continue exploring the eternal hope found in Christ with Pastor Bart Horton's powerful exposition of Titus 3:7. In part 2 of Easter Hope, discover what it means to be heirs of eternal life and how Jesus, the Good Shepherd, laid down His life to give us abundant life now and forever. Pastor Bart contrasts empty religion with a life-giving relation...

Discover the true meaning of Easter hope in this powerful sermon from Pastor Bart Horton at Grace Bible Church. In this verse-by-verse Bible study of Titus 3:7, explore how God justifies us by His grace, adopts us as heirs, and secures eternal life for believers. Learn why real hope isn't found in circumstances, traditions, or self-effort—but in what God has already accomplished through Jesus...

Titus 3:5-6 Part 2 - Continue this powerful verse-by-verse study of Titus 3:5-6 as Pastor Bart Horton explores two more essential features of God's gospel work: the richness of the Holy Spirit poured out on believers and the rescuing work of Jesus Christ our Savior. In this episode of Growing In Grace, we examine: What it means that the Spirit has been poured out "richly" on every be...