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  • Above The Law Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 24, 2008
     | 4,515 views

    Jesus was the fulfillment of the law. The spirit of the law brings freedom, while the letter of the law brings condemnation.

    Above the Law Mark 2:23-27 Mark 2:23 (HCSB) On the Sabbath He was going through the grainfields, and His disciples began to make their way picking some heads of grain. Common Practice * Left behind * Leaving a portion of unharvested grain * Given in the law * Leviticus 19:9-10 * ...read more

  • May Rupture Under Pressure Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 10, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,016 views

    John’s followers were fasting. The Pharisees were fasting. So why weren’t Jesus’ disciples fasting. This message examines the inability of a rigid religious system to adapt to change brought about by the fullness of Jesus Christ.

    May Rupture Under Pressure Mark 2:18-22 Mark 2:18 (HCSB) Now John’s disciples and the Pharisees were fasting. People came and asked Him, “Why do John’s disciples and the Pharisees’ disciple fast, but Your disciples do not fast?” The Question of Fasting * John’s disciples * Fasted to show ...read more

  • Can He Really Do That? Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,695 views

    Jesus acknowledges the faith of friends and forgives the sin of the paralytic. The scribes question His authority, so He validates His authority with healing. To what lengths are you willing to go to bring others to Jesus? How is your religious l

    Can He Really Do That? Mark 2:1-12 Mark 2:1-2 (HCSB) When He entered Capernaum again after some days, it was reported that He was at home. So many people gathered together that there was no more room, not even in the doorway, and He was speaking the message to them. Why He Returned * Jesus ...read more

  • Critical Care Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on May 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,451 views

    Jesus came not for the righteous, but instead for the sinner. Are we developing relationships with those who need to experience the touch of Jesus the most?

    Critical Care Mark 2:13-17 Mark 2:13-14 (HCSB) Then Jesus went out again beside the sea. The whole crowd was coming to Him, and He taught them. Then moving on, He saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax office, and He said to him, “Follow Me!” So he got up and followed Him. An ...read more

  • If You Are Willing... Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on May 13, 2008
     | 3,078 views

    The leper knew the power to heal was available, the only question was His willingness. Jesus did more than heal skin that day...He touched the heart.

    If You are Willing… Mark 1:40-45 Mark 1:40 (HCSB) Then a man with a serious skin disease came to Him and, on his knees, begged Him: “If You are willing, You can make me clean.” The Life of a Leper * Ostracized * Leviticus – 13:45 Leviticus 13:45 (HCSB) “The person afflicted with an infectious ...read more

  • Maintaining Focus Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,259 views

    Jesus demonstrated the source of His power in His time alone with the Father. Even Jesus faced the challenge of focus hijacking. This message deals with maintaining your focus in the face of others demands.

    Maintaining Focus Mark 1:35-39; Luke 4:42-44 Mark 1:35 (HCSB) Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He got up, went out, and made His way to a deserted place. And He was praying there. A Pattern to Follow * Very early in the morning • Before the demands of the day • Sacrificing ...read more

  • The Healing Touch Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 22, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,816 views

    The disciples had already witnessed amazing miracles, but now the request hit close to home.

    The Healing Touch Mark 1:29-34 Mark 1:29-30 (HCSB) As soon as they left the synagogue, they went into Simon and Andrew’s house with James and John. Simon’s mother-in-law was lying in bed with a fever, and they told Him about here at once. Voicing Your Burdens - Simon’s burden - His ...read more

  • Complete Authority Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 15, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,148 views

    We live in and under the authority of Jesus. Jesus authority was seen not only in His teaching, but was also witnessed in the deliverance of the demoniac.

    Complete Authority Mark 1:21-28 Mark 1:21-22 (HCSB) Then they went into Capernaum, and right away He entered the synagogue on the Sabbath and began to teach. They were astonished at His teaching because, unlike the scribes, He was teaching them as one having authority. Distinctly Divine - ...read more

  • Leaving Your Nets Behind Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 9, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,150 views

    Your encounter with Jesus was life changing. He revealed Himself to you and then He called you to begin a new journey with Him.

    Leaving Your Nets Behind Mark 1:16-20; Luke 5:1-11 Mark 1:16-20 (HCSB) As He was passing along by the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and Andrew, Simon’s brother. They were casting a net into the sea, since they were fishermen. “Follow Me,” Jesus told them, “and I will make you fish for ...read more

  • A Time Of Transition Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 4, 2008
     | 6,595 views

    Life is full of turning points. Times of change that prepare us for the road ahead and fulfill God’s purposes in our life. The arrest of John the Baptist leads Jesus into a place of transition. Jesus goes to Galilee and begins to preach a message of

    A Time of Transition Mark 1:14-15 March 9, 2008 Mark 1:14a (HCSB) After John was arrested, Jesus went to Galilee… Time to Leave - Turning points - Circumstances that God uses to redirect - Focus - Energy - Actions - These circumstances may be good or bad - The Holy Spirit gives ...read more

  • The Inaugural Event Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Feb 19, 2008
     | 4,034 views

    The baptism of Jesus proved to be the inaugural event of Jesus’ earthly ministry. The descending of the Holy Spirit, the proclamation of a proud Father...the work was now at hand.

    The Inaugural Event Mark 1:9-11 February 24, 2008 Mark 1:9 (HCSB) In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized in the Jordan by John Are You Sure? Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized by him. But John tried to stop Him, saying, “I need to be ...read more

  • Coming Soon Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Feb 12, 2008
     | 3,174 views

    John the Baptist had been set apart by God for a unique role. He would herald the coming of the Messiah by preaching a message of repentance and baptism.

    Coming Soon! Mark 1:1-8 February 17, 2008 Mark 1:1-3 (HCSB) The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: Look, I am sending My messenger ahead of You, who will prepare Your way. A voice of one crying out in the wilderness: “Prepare the ...read more

  • Living At A Higher Level

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Dec 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,141 views

    This vision message was given to chart a course and long range goals for my church. This message was given at the end of my first year with them.

    Ephesians 5:2 (NLT) Live a life filled with love for others, following the example of Christ, who loved you and gave himself as a sacrifice to take away your sins. And God was pleased, because that sacrifice was like sweet perfume to him. The Line in the Sand - Evangelistically effective - ...read more

  • Crossing Your Jordan

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Nov 1, 2007
    based on 36 ratings
     | 17,717 views

    We all come to those defining moments of faith. Will you step foot in the water?

    Crossing Your Jordan Joshua 3 Joshua 3 (NLT) Early the next morning Joshua and all the Israelites left Acacia and arrived at the banks of the Jordan River, where they camped before crossing. [2] Three days later, the Israelite leaders went through the camp [3] giving these instructions to the ...read more

  • Living Beyond Your Circumstances Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 23, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,310 views

    Habakkuk recognized that he could not allow circumstances to dictate his faith, but instead acknowledged that his faith must be in the Lord’s strength alone.

    Living Beyond Your Circumstances Habakkuk 3:16-19 Habakkuk 3:16 (NLT) I trembled inside when I heard all this; my lips quivered with fear. My legs gave way beneath me, and I shook in terror. I will wait quietly for the coming day when disaster will strike the people who invade us. The ...read more