Upon concluding the Olivet Discourse, Mark transitions for us to the next phase in Christ’s passion. The scribes and priests share a concern over arresting Jesus on the Passover. Why is that? This message explores the answer: Covenant theology. (August 29, 2021)
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Mark ends the Tuesday of Holy Week with a strange encounter between Jesus and Mary Magdalene. Her act of devotion both sparks Judas’ betrayal and speaks to our necessity for a similar devotion. (September 5, 2021)
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The last supper our Lord shared with His disciples was the very Passover meal on which the Scribes and Pharisees wanted to avoid making a scene. Nevertheless, the scene was to play out as God ordained. (September 12, 2021)
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On the eve of His arrest, Jesus predicts the disciples’ denial. Jesus’ response to impetuous Peter teaches us a lesson on self-confidence. (September 19, 2021)
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Facing the reality and scope of His earthly mission, Jesus prays “remove this cup from me.” This moment of grief teaches us much about the power of prayer and the weight of our sins on Christ’s shoulders. (September 26, 2021)
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While Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane is a prime example of the power of prayer, it is also a telling story of human weakness. Thrice our Lord chides Peter, James, and John to pray with Him, and thrice He is disappointed. What hope have we if even the disciples closest to Jesus struggle to pray? (October 3, 2021)
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The moment of Jesus’ betrayal is at hand. After His prayer in Gethsemane, Jesus’ arrest is imminent and what does the church do? Listen to Pastor Ryan Patterson as he unpacks the betrayals Jesus experienced on the night of His arrest. (October 10, 2021)
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After the scattering of the church, Jesus is brought before the Sanhedrin to be tried for blasphemy. The details of the event clue us into the shady nature of their agenda. The kangaroo court is assembled and Christ is brought forward to defend Himself. Does He? (October 17, 2021)
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Jesus isn’t completely abandoned by His disciples when He’s dragged to the High Priest’s house. Peter slinks in the darkness, but when confronted, he joins the ranks of Judas in betraying Jesus. What’s the difference between Peter and Judas? (October 24, 2021)
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