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Mark
Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 3, 2019 (message contributor)
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1. #1 A Voice For God
Contributed on Nov 3, 2019
A short intro to the Gospel of Mark, followed by an examination of Mark's story of John the Baptizer and his role, and applications from this passage for our lives.
A Voice for God Series: Mark, Sermon 1 Chuck Sligh November 3, 2019 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Mark 1:1-8 – "The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God; 2 As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way ...read more
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2. #2 No Shortcuts To Spiritual Maturity
Contributed on Nov 17, 2019
John prophesied that he baptized with water, but Jesus would baptize with the Holy Spirit. This sermon answers 3 questions: WHAT is the baptism with the Holy Spirit?; WHEN did it occur?; what does this mean to us?
No Shortcuts to Spiritual Maturity Series: Mark, Sermon 2 Chuck Sligh November 17, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: ...read more
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3. #3 Jesus’ Identity Revealed
Contributed on Dec 3, 2019
Mark refers to Jesus as God’s beloved Son, Son of Man & Son of God. What do these terms mean? How are they different? Why are they employed? This sermon explores one of the most incredible doctrines that undergirds the Christian faith: the Incarnation.
#3 Jesus’ Identity Revealed Series: Mark Chuck Sligh December 1, 2019 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Mark 1. NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon ...read more
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4. #4 Following Jesus In Baptism
Contributed on Jan 12, 2020
John’s baptism of Jesus teaches us many truths about Christian baptism. This sermon explains the biblical nature, purpose and mode of baptism.
#4 Following Jesus in Baptism Series: Mark Chuck Sligh January 12, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Mark 1:4-10 – “John ...read more
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5. #5 The Temptation Of Jesus
Contributed on Jan 19, 2020
The temptation of Jesus was a monumental battle in the desert between Jesus and Satan upon which the rest of Jesus’ ministry rested. This sermon examines Mark’s version of Jesus’ temptation.
#5 The Temptation of Jesus Series: Mark Chuck Sligh January 19, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Mark 1:9-13 – And it ...read more
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6. #6 Jesus Begins His Ministry
Contributed on Jan 26, 2020
Stories of preachers' first sermons that were massive fails are legendary. Most preachers had a shaky start to their ministries. Not so Jesus. This sermon examines two important things He did to launch His earthly ministry.
#6 Jesus Begins His Ministry Series: Mark Chuck Sligh January 26, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please turn in your ...read more
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7. #7 When Jesus Came To Church
Contributed on Feb 2, 2020
What would happen if Jesus came to your church? One day Jesus went to synagogue and established his authority in a most profound way. This sermon examines how Jesus showed He was the Son of God by His authority in teaching and His authority over demons.
#7 When Jesus Came to Church Series: Mark Chuck Sligh February 2, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please turn in your ...read more
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8. #8 A Day In The Life
Contributed on Feb 9, 2020
Mark 1:21-39 presents twenty-four hours of Jesus’ life and ministry, when He establishes His authority in teaching, and His authority over demons and illness. This sermon deals with Mark's emphasis of Jesus' authority and the need for prayer and communion with God in solitude.
A Day in the Life Series: Gospel of Mark Chuck Sligh February 9, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please turn in your ...read more
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9. #9 A Life-Transforming Touch
Contributed on Feb 16, 2020
One touch motivated by compassion transformed a leper’s life forever. This message explores the healing of the leper in Mark 1:40-45.
A Life-Transforming Touch Series: Gospel of Mark Chuck Sligh February 16, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please turn ...read more
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10. #10 The Real Deal
Contributed on Feb 23, 2020
Nobody likes a fake! Jesus was the “real deal”—truly the Son of God, and again He proved it when He forgave a paralytic his sins and healed him of his infirmity.
#10 The Real Deal Series: Mark February 23, 2020 Chuck Sligh NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Mark 2:1-12 – ...read more
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11. #11 Who, Me? — Jesus Loves Tax Collectors And Sinners Too
Contributed on Mar 4, 2020
Jesus called an unlikely disciple named Levi, aka Matthew who would later pen the gospel that bears his name. He was a hated tax collector who ran with the riff-raff of society. But Jesus loved him too and had a place of service for someone such as him
#11 Who, Me? — Jesus Loves Tax Collectors and Sinners Too Series: Gospel of Mark Chuck Sligh March 1, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find ...read more
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12. #12 Parties, Patches And Wineskins
Contributed on Mar 16, 2020
This message describes Jesus' response to the Pharisees because His disciples did not fast. The Pharisees opposition stemmed from a defense of the status quo. Jesus came to smash the status quo and create something new and superior.
#12 Parties, Patches and Wineskins Series: Mark March 15, 2020 Chuck Sligh Several ideas and illustrations for this sermon were adapted from David Dykes’ sermon on SermonCentral.com, Old Whiners or New Wineskins. TEXT: Mark 2:18-22 – "And the disciples of John and of the Pharisees used to ...read more
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13. #13 Silly Sabbath Rules
Contributed on Mar 22, 2020
The Pharisees thought religion was about rules and regulations. Jesus taught that it was about worshipping God from the heart and meeting human needs. This sermon looks at the Pharisees silly Sabbath rules and Jesus’ correction of their false teachings, and a startling statement of His deity.
#13 Silly Sabbath Rules Series: Mark March 22, 2020 Chuck Sligh NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark 2:23-28 – "And no ...read more
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14. #14 The Gathering Storm
Contributed on Mar 29, 2020
Jesus could have moderated his stance to protect Himself. But in Mark 3:1-6 Jesus did just the opposite. He did it to help someone with a withered hand, and to prompt the Pharisees to do their part in fulfilling the plan of redemption.
#14 The Gathering Storm Series: Mark March 29, 2020 Chuck Sligh NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please turn ...read more
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15. #15 Jesus: Pattern For Leadership
Contributed on Apr 26, 2020
Jesus was a model of leadership. This message looks at principles of leadership from Mark 3:7-29
#15 Jesus: Pattern for Leadership Series: Mark April 26, 2020 Chuck Sligh NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark 3:7-19 - ...read more
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16. #16 Who Is Jesus?—2 Opinions, 1 Truth
Contributed on May 3, 2020
Jesus’ family thought He was insane and the scribes though He was demon possessed. This led to Jesus teaching on the unforgivable sin.
#16 Who Is Jesus?—2 Opinions, 1 Truth Series: Mark May 3, 2020 Chuck Sligh TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Mark 3:20. NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the ...read more
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17. #17 Thicker Than Blood
Contributed on May 17, 2020
"Family is everything” we are told. Not so fast, says Jesus. In Mark 3:31-35 we learn that there is a deeper relationship than our physical families.
#17 Thicker than Blood Series: Mark May 17, 2020 Chuck Sligh NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to ...read more
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18. #18 The Parable Of The Soils
Contributed on May 31, 2020
One of Jesus’ most famous parables was the Parable of the Soils. In this parable, Jesus explains why people do or do not respond to God’s Word.
#18 The Parable of the Soils Series: Mark Chuck Sligh A sermon on the Parable of the Soils NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: ...read more
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19. #19: Responding To The Light
Contributed on Jun 7, 2020
In Mark 4:21-25 Jesus teaches that how we respond to the light of God’s truth today has consequences for more or less light from God’s Word tomorrow.
#19: Responding to the Light Series: Mark Chuck Sligh June 7, 2020 TEXT: Mark 4:21-25 – “And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed? and not to be set on a candlestick? 22 For there is nothing hid, which shall not be manifested; neither was any thing kept ...read more
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20. #20: Kingdom Parables
Contributed on Jun 14, 2020
In one parable, Jesus says the kingdom of God is like a seed that grows and in another parable, like the tiny mustard seed. This sermon examines two Kingdom Parables.
#20: Kingdom Parables Series: Acts Chuck Sligh June 14, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark 4:26-32 – ...read more
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21. #21 With Jesus In The Storm
Contributed on Jun 28, 2020
Mark records the story of the calming of the storm to prove Jesus.’ deity But it also is a picture of believers during trials. This message exegetes the passage and then explores the metaphoric value of the story.
#21 With Jesus in the Storm Series: Acts Chuck Sligh June 28, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark ...read more
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22. #22: From Madman To Missionary
Contributed on Jul 12, 2020
After calming the raging sea, Jesus met a man possess by many demons. It is one of the most dramatic stories of redemptions and release from demonic power in the Bible.
#22: From Madman to Missionary Series: Acts Chuck Sligh July 12, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark ...read more
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23. #23: When All Hope Is Gone
Contributed on Jul 19, 2020
What do you do when all hope is gone? The best thing is to turn to Jesus as a woman did who had struggled with a blood hemorrhage for 12 years.
#23: When All Hope Is Gone Series: Acts Chuck Sligh July 19, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark ...read more
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24. #24: They Thought They Had Seen Everything
Contributed on Jul 26, 2020
The disciples had seen Jesus do so many amazing things they thought they had seen everything…until Jesus raised a little girl from the dead.
#24: They Thought They Had Seen Everything Series: Acts Chuck Sligh July 26, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my ...read more
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25. #25 Rejected At Home
Contributed on Aug 2, 2020
A year after leaving home, Jesus returned to Nazareth. His welcome was the same as when they ran Him off a year earlier.
#25 Rejected at Home Series: Mark Chuck Sligh August 2, 2020 TEXT: Mark 6:1-6 – "And he went out from thence, and came into his own country; and his disciples follow him. 2 And when the sabbath day was come, he began to teach in the synagogue: and many hearing him were astonished, saying, ...read more
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26. #26 – Keeping It Simple
Contributed on Sep 13, 2020
Have you ever heard the acronym K.I.S.S.? It means “Keep it simple, Stupid.” Jesus sent his disciples on a mission and he want them to keep it simple.
26 – Keeping It Simple Series: Acts Chuck Sligh September 13, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Mark ...read more
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27. #28 Little Is Much When God Is In It
Contributed on Sep 27, 2020
In the story of the feeding of the 5,000 Jesus proved that “little is much when God is in it.” God delights in working through us to accomplish great things for God.
#28 Little Is Much When God Is in It Series: Mark Chuck Sligh September 27, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my ...read more
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28. #29 Be Not Afraid
Contributed on Oct 4, 2020
This is a scary world we live in. In the story of Jesus walking on the water, we learn how Jesus wants us to handle our fears.
#29 Be Not Afraid Series: Mark Chuck Sligh October 4, 2020 This is a scary world we live in. In the story of Jesus walking on the water, we learn how Jesus wants us to handle our fears. NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at ...read more
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29. #30 The Problem Is The Heart
Contributed on Oct 12, 2020
The Pharisees and scribes were all wrapped up in rules and externals.
#30 The Problem Is the Heart Series: Mark Chuck Sligh October 13, 2020 The Pharisees and scribes were all wrapped up in rules and externals. In Mark 7:1-23, Jesus taught that what pleases Him most is worship from the HEART. NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this ...read more
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30. #31 A Little Doggy At The Table
Contributed on Oct 18, 2020
One time a Gentile woman asked Him to deliver her daughter from a demon. In His reply, Jesus called her a dog. Was Jesus being rude to this woman…or is there more to the story?
#31 A Little Doggy at the Table Series: Mark Chuck Sligh October 18, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: ...read more