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Luke 2

What did I learn about Jesus? He was willing to lower himself for us. He came to save us from sin, not just hardship and illness. What did I learn about disciple-making? Christ’s way, and thus my way, is to be self-sacrificial and willing to be humbled.   Extended thoughts and observations from Pastor Mark: […]

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Luke 1

What did I learn about Jesus? The people he works through make themselves available as servants. What did I learn about disciple-making? Trust God to do the impossible! Extended thoughts and observations from Pastor Mark: Notice in verses 1 through 4 that this is a work of careful historical research. We believe that the Holy Spirit […]

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Mark 15

What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus was alone and deserted on the cross. If we ever feel lonely, we can know that Jesus has experienced loneliness too. What did I learn about disciple-making? Through his death on the cross Jesus reconciled his disciples to God, so that even when he left, God could still […]

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Mark 12

What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus taught that the two greatest commandments were to love God and love our neighbor. We are called to do this, which seems so simple, but yet is so difficult.  What did I learn about disciple-making? Jesus taught his disciples that the rich people give out of their abundance […]

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Mark 11

What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus entered Jerusalem being proclaimed as the coming King, but days later the same crowd would call for his crucifixion. We are called to stand for Jesus whether we are surrounded by those who agree or those who hate him.  What did I learn about disciple-making? Jesus showed the […]

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