Radical Acceptance: Jesus Chooses You This is not just a story; it's an invitation into a community where you're chosen, habits and all. In the Bible Jesus is building a team called disciples, …
Sabbath Showdown: Understanding the Heart of Rest – Mark 2 v 23-28
Verse 23-24: "One Sabbath Jesus was going through the grain fields, and as his disciples walked along, they began to pick some heads of grain. The Pharisees said to him, 'Look, why are they doing what …
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New Wine, New Wineskins: Embracing Change with Jesus – Mark 2 v 18-22
Verse 18: "Now John’s disciples and the Pharisees were fasting. Some people came and asked Jesus, 'How is it that John’s disciples and the disciples of the Pharisees are fasting, but yours are …
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Unexpected Invitations: Hanging Out with Jesus – Mark 2 v 13-17
This passage is all about unexpected invitations and life-changing encounters with Jesus. Verse 13-14: "Once again Jesus went out beside the lake. A large crowd came to him, and he began to teach …
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Breaking Through: Friends, Faith, and the Ultimate Healer – Mark 2 v 1-12
Verse 1-4: "A few days later, when Jesus again entered Capernaum, the people heard that he had come home. They gathered in such large numbers that there was no room left, not even outside the door, …
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Unseen No More: The Power of Compassion – Mark 1 v 40-45
This story is about compassion, healing, and a life forever changed. Verse 40: "A man with leprosy came to him and begged him on his knees, 'If you are willing, you can make me clean.'" Leprosy, …
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Time Out: Finding Balance in the Busyness – Mark 1 v 35-39
Are you a really busy person? Let's take a peek into a moment that reveals something crucial about how Jesus handled His crazy diary! Verse 35: "Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, …
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Healing Power: Jesus, Our Ultimate Doctor – Mark 1 v 29-34
The adventure continues with some seriously amazing healing moments. Verse 29-31: "As soon as they left the synagogue, they went with James and John to the home of Simon and Andrew. Simon’s …
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Unleashing Power: Jesus in Action – Mark 1 v 21-28
Jesus is on the move, and things are about to get seriously awesome. Verse 21-22: "They went to Capernaum, and when the Sabbath came, Jesus went into the synagogue and began to teach. The people …
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Adventure Awaits: Following Jesus – Mark 1 v 14-20
Last time, we witnessed Jesus' epic entrance, His baptism, and wilderness training. Now, it's time for the next chapter in this incredible story. Verse 14-15: "After John was put in prison, Jesus …
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Wilderness Adventures with Jesus – Mark 1 v 9-13
Jesus and an alarming affirmation. Verse 9: "At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptised by John in the Jordan." Why would Jesus, who's sinless, need a symbolic cleansing? …
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Dive In: Baptism and Beyond – Mark 1 v 7-8
Jesus is about to enter the scene. Verse 7: "And this was his message: 'After me comes the one more powerful than I, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie.'" So, …
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