A message from the series “Like No Other.” Jesus often spoke with parables. When the disciples asked him to explain why he taught that way, he said his stories had one of two effects… One good, one bad. Which does it have on you?

A message from the series “Like No Other.”

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Discipleship happens in community, yet we in America love our independence from our community… We see that as a high value. So, does the church have a discipleship problem? What is my role as a disciple who makes disciples? Steven Mansell brings a convicting message about it.

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Jesus addresses his listeners, saying that there are four different types of hearers. Most of us think we are the good type, but Jesus seems to imply that only 25% are. How do I know if I am the good type, and what can I do about it?

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Stress and anxiety are huge problems today, yet Jesus says that we are to be people of peace and rest. Jesus can’t possibly understand modern stress, can he? What is Jesus’ model for dealing with stress?

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Jesus claims to be the “Lord of the Sabbath.” What does that even mean? Most Christians I know do not legit practice the sabbath.. In fact, we barely even know what that is anymore. So what is Jesus laying claim to? And, what are the implications for when he wants to do something Sabbath in our lives?

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Jesus shows up on the scene as a religious leader, a rabbi… Yet he constantly seems to be “out of bounds…” He breaks the rules. Why does he do that? And, does that mean it is okay for us Christ followers to break the rules, also?

A message from the series “Stand Alone.” In Jerusalem, you will always find faithful Jews praying at the Western Wall. They’re praying toward The Temple! The only problem is that there is no longer a temple standing there! It was destroyed nearly 2000 years ago. What is so compelling about the temple that they keep praying there, and should it be compelling to me?

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Don’t you want Jesus to respond to your immediate needs? What catches his attention, and causes Jesus to respond?

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Jesus’ ministry grew exponentially… And all of a sudden! It would have been easy for him to get carried away with it, but he didn’t Jesus remained intensely focused on his real mission. What did he do that kept him so focused? AND, what do I need to know to keep focused on the prize in my life?

A message from the series “Like No Other.” When Jesus exerts his authority, there is one response: Astonishment. That’s what everyone had. Is my life characterized by astonishment at who Jesus is, and what he does in me?

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Last week we looked at the first demonic challenge to Jesus’ authority. This week, we zoom in hard on that challenge to discover what the demons were up to in Jesus’ day, and to see how it informs us about demonic activity in our culture today.

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Mark 1:21-28
In Jesus’ first encounter with a demon, his authority is challenged. Demons challenge Jesus’ authority because demons hate Jesus.

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Mark 1:16-20, 2:13-14
Jesus calls disciples to follow him. He calls them out of their comfort zone into something daring, adventurous. Am I comfortable following Jesus, or am I living the adventure of a lifetime?

A message from the series “Like No Other.” Mark 1:14-15
Jesus begins his ministry by preaching the Good News. Is His real message the same as our message today? Do we know the Gospel according to Jesus?