Category: Mark’s Messages

When things in your life seem almost too much to handle, when 24 hours in a day are not enough, remember the mayonnaise jar and the 2 cups of coffee. A professor stood before his philosophy class, and had some items in front of him. When the class began, he wordlessly picked up a very… Continue reading Mayonnaise Jar and Coffee

Since tomorrow is Labor Day, let’s consider a Biblical perspective on work. Was work a punishment from God upon mankind due to sin? No. Before there was sin in the Garden of Eden there was work. The Bible says, “And the Lord God took the man, and put him into the Garden of Eden to… Continue reading God Honors Work (Labor Day)

Story by Lorna Wallace One of the most famous quotes in American history comes from the Declaration of Independence, which proclaims that “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” are “unalienable Rights.” These days, the right to pursue happiness is often thought to concern seeking subjective joy, but language is constantly evolving. Back in the 18th century, both pursuit and happiness had secondary definitions… Continue reading The Pursuit of Happiness: The True Meaning of the Misunderstood Phrase

Did you know that the Holy Spirit in you wants to produce amazing qualities in your life? What qualities? “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self control. Against such there is no law” (Gal 5:22-23). In this powerful passage of scripture the Lord reveals to us… Continue reading Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit

I love Sundays with you! They are especially sweet when we’ve been apart for a while. I especially enjoy being here with you to FELLOWSHIP & WORSHIP. Today is going to be special because we’re finally back together. I think of each Sunday as a FAMILY REUNION, with laughs, hugs, and pats on the back,… Continue reading Another Sunday With You

He was among the tombs. He could break chains and fetters and would cry out, cutting himself with rocks. Jesus healed him by casting the spirits into some nearby swine. For the first time in a long time the man was sitting clothed and in his right mind. Can you imagine how blessed this man… Continue reading Tell What Great Things The Lord Has Done For You

Christianity is congregational. We serve and glorify God through, as a member of, the church. It’s not enough just to be able to say that I am a Christian, a baptized believer. There are two vital organisms mentioned in the New Testament – The Christian and the Church. The two are inseparable, one in the… Continue reading The Christian and the Church

In Mark 5 we read the account of Jesus healing a synagogue ruler’s daughter. The ruler’s name was Jairus and the girl was 12 years old. Jesus had and always will have the power and willingness to intervene and change people’s lives. We never have to wonder if Jesus is willing or able to intervene… Continue reading Do You Think Jesus Would Follow You?

There is a passage in Matthew 6 that deals with not worrying about the necessities of life (verses 25-32). God promises to provide them for us if we follow His plan, which is found in verse 33. Note the verse and what is required of us: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His… Continue reading Getting What You Need Out of Life

What were people’s reaction to Jesus’ teaching in the day it was given? They were astonished, amazed! What is your reaction to it in the 21st century in your life and in your heart? It’s not enough just to listen to His teachings, but you must also look up to the teacher. It’s not enough… Continue reading What is Jesus Christ to You?