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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the world and weighed down by the pressures of opposition or temptation? In today's message, Pastor Mark reminds us that Jesus has overcome the world. He has provided a path for us to experience joy and hope even amid our daily troubles. He is ever-present in our lives. God not only gives us joy amidst the pressures of this world but also offers us hope. Knowing the...

Why is there such animosity between Jews and Palestinians? Does Palestine have a historical claim to the Holy Land? In his message today, Pastor Mark provides insight to help us understand the conflict still going on in the Middle East. He shares a history of Israel from Biblical times to the present day. God designated the land of Israel for His chosen people, the Israelites. Jerusalem has always...

Jesus often used parables in His teachings because many of His followers lacked knowledge and understanding of the Scriptures. Today, Pastor Mark explains that the general population during Biblical times spoke Aramaic, while the Scriptures were written in Hebrew. Even Jesus’ disciples could not understand them. The disciples, lacking knowledge of the Bible, resembled new believers. Although they...

Embrace the journey of transformation that the Lord is leading you through. Today, in his message, Pastor Mark explains how just as a mother endures pain to bring new life into the world, there is new life at the end of your struggle. The labor you're experiencing is tough, but it's paving the way for something beautiful. Take heart in the sorrow and discomfort, knowing that you are being shaped i...

Take a moment to reflect-- is the Holy Spirit truly welcome in your life? Today in his teaching, Pastor Mark shares about a woman in the Bible named Rebecca. When Abraham's servant showed up, she and her family were hospitable and gracious. This is the same way that you should treat the Holy Spirit. Consider the T.V. shows you watch, the language you use, your social media, and the way you treat o...

Are you ready to embrace the incredible promise of your inheritance? Today in his message, Pastor Mark explains that as a follower of Jesus, you will inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. So don't get caught up in chasing after material things like cars, and mansions. These things will never bring you true satisfaction. Nothing on earth will compare to the glory of Heaven and the eternal blessing of God'...

Imagine experiencing the freedom that comes from having your sins wiped away. That freedom is yours when you say “yes” to Jesus. He takes the sins of your past and washes you white as snow. There is NO condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. He lavishes you with grace, mercy, and forgiveness. Today Pastor Mark urges you not to wait for Judgment Day to answer the most important question of...

Life can often feel overwhelming. Just because you’re a Christian, doesn’t mean your troubles disappear. In fact, challenges are part of the journey. But here’s the good news-- you are never alone in your struggles. The Holy Spirit is with you, offering comfort and strength when you need it the most. Today Pastor Mark shares about the incredible promise of eternity in heaven that awaits you if you...

Do you feel alone right now? Perhaps you are navigating a divorce, living in a new place, or grieving a loved one. In today's message, Pastor Mark encourages you with the truth that you are never alone. If you're a follower of Jesus, then you have the Holy Spirit with you, bringing you His comfort and His presence. Jesus promises to be with you always. No matter what circumstance you are facing to...

What’s your favorite TV show or movie with aliens? Is it E.T.? Perhaps the whimsical Doctor Who? Maybe you’re a fan of the Cold War era, classified Area 51-style aliens. Often, these aliens are in a place where they don’t belong. They stick out like a sore thumb, and usually just want to phone home. Today, Pastor Mark teaches that, even though you’re a lot better looking than those aliens, you act...

Do you ever get glares when you talk about Jesus in public? Maybe you’re praying over your meal or telling someone you like listening to Pastor Mark’s program, and they start acting awkward. Don’t worry… it has nothing to do with you. They are just uncomfortable with the thought of Jesus. Today, Pastor Mark teaches that when you face those awkward situations or even scenarios where people are host...

What separates a pine tree, from an apple tree, from a lemon tree, from a Christmas tree? It’s not necessarily the color of the leaves or bark, is it? No… it’s the type of fruit or nut they produce, right? Some trees produce good fruits, and some, despite how pretty they may be, make no fruit. Today, Pastor Mark teaches that you’re not just here to stand in the corner and look pretty. God placed y...

A potter looks at his old work, even with all the cracks and chips, and adores his creation. He reflects back on the time he spent crafting the jar, and how the clay went from nothing to something truly special. In the same way, God the Potter looks at you as His special creation, perfectly formed by His hands. Today, Pastor Mark teaches that despite all of your cracks… all of your insecurities, f...

It’s easy to add things into your life. There’s always something else to buy (and then maintain). You can always find a new show to watch (and then you have to finish the whole season). It’s a lot harder to remove things than to add them. And so, your house, your mind, and your life just keep getting more and more stuff. But today, Pastor Mark shows that there’s hope! If you’re connected to God th...

Have you ever tried really hard to do better as a Christian? Maybe it’s something you’re not doing, like praying or reading your Bible. And you think, “If I just try harder, I’ll be able to accomplish this.” Or it could be something you’re trying to cut out of your life that you just can’t seem to ever get rid of. Today, Pastor Mark shows that it doesn’t really matter how hard you try. If you’re n...

What would it be like if you could get hired by some really famous person that you admired? Even if it was just to mow his lawn or wash his car, you’d probably be so thrilled, you wouldn’t even ask how much it pays. But if you were given the choice to be his servant or to be his friend, which would you choose?

Suppose you went over to a friend’s house and saw some people working in the yard. And maybe it wasn’t clear whether they were family members or a hired lawn service. But after they finished, if they all went into the house, got cleaned up, got some food, and sat down in the living room, it would be pretty obvious. Today, Pastor Mark explains that Jesus didn’t call us primarily to be servants. Ins...

There are a lot of things in this world that people feel empowered to say and do. In today’s message, Pastor Mark says we must be empowered by the Holy Spirit daily so we can be bold in God’s ways. God sent the Holy Spirit down to guide your every step. He wants you to lean on Him for safety and confidence within your life. The Holy Spirit is meant to guide you to be more like Jesus. When you trus...

Can we agree that everyone’s broken? Even the most generous people seem to have something that prevents them from being perfect humans. In today’s message, Pastor Mark says we’re made whole because of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We have freedom in His name because He paid our debt. You need to live in that freedom today. If you don’t believe in Jesus, today’s the day to believe. Dr...

Finding the truth can be a difficult thing. The things of this world will always fail, lie, and hurt you, but God remains the same through it all. In today’s message, Pastor Mark says the Holy Spirit is used to show us the truth about God. God uses Him to guide us closer to Him and to understand Him with a deeper knowledge. The Holy Spirit allows us to know God at a deeper level. God loves you so...

When people talk about the Holy Spirit, it can be confusing. There are a lot of different things people say, but, in the end, what someone can’t deny is that the Holy Spirit lives within every believer. In today’s message, Pastor Mark says that in John, it’s very clear that the Holy Spirit is a person and not just a feeling or emotion. This is important because it shows you that the Holy Spirit is...

The saying goes, “You are a sum of your five closest friends.” This saying means that what you surround yourself with, you’ll inevitably become. In today’s message, Pastor Mark says if you have a relationship with Jesus and pursue closeness with Him, you’ll start to pray the things that He prays for and desire His desires. Becoming closer to God should be your goal every day. God wants a relations...

Today’s culture will tell you to take what’s yours and work your way up to fame or to having authority. In today’s message, Pastor Mark says we must be humble to please the Lord. This is very countercultural. God wants you to go against the grain and live life in a way that shows others you think of them before yourself. While Jesus was on Earth, He showed humility in many ways. He served the poor...

Even the wealthiest people in the world find emptiness in their money. In today’s message, Pastor Mark says there’s nothing in this world that could ever satisfy you like the love of Jesus. The things of this world bring emptiness, but Christ brings hope of new life through Him. God wants you to trust in Him today! When you run to the world, you’ll find immense emptiness. Nothing in this world can...

We’re all going to die one day or another. It can be a scary thing to think about. In today’s message, Pastor Mark says we must remind ourselves as believers that the worst-case scenario of death in this world, is our best-case scenario because we’re going to be in Heaven with our Lord. God promises us eternal life. You have hope; it’s in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Because Jesus d...