The Astonishing Authority of Jesus There are few words that strike more fear in the hearts of modern (or is it postmodern now) people than the word authority.  The word authority perhaps conjures up in the mind images of corrupted power, a self-serving …

5 Alternatives to Repentance The first recorded words of Jesus in Mark’s gospel are from a sermon: “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.” Mark 1:15 If John’s audience …

The Center of God’s Will If you could live one day at the absolute center of God’s will for your life what do you imagine it would it look like?   How would your day look if you knew moment by …

The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

As you read the Gospel of Mark one thing becomes quickly apparent. Jesus is really good at confounding people’s expectations of him.