Sermons from March 2016

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March 27 – Christ the Victor

March 27 –  Christ the Victor Scripture: Mark 16:1-8 All throughout Lent we are using the Gospel of Mark as our scripture. In all the gospels the first witnesses were women. In Roman court, in Jewish court, women had little standing. They could not be used as reliable witnesses. But God uses women throughout the gospel, […]

March 20 – The Crucifixion

 March 20 – The Crucifixion Scripture: Mark 15:25-39 All throughout Lent we are using the Gospel of Mark as our scripture. For 6 hours Jesus is on the cross. These 6 hours change the world. Listen as the mocking echoes the underlying truth. The paid and respectable guard begins the change with a change of heart. […]

March 13 – The Torture and Humiliation of the King

March 13 – The Torture and Humiliation of the King Scripture: Mark 15:15b-23 All throughout Lent we are using the Gospel of Mark as our scripture. Chapter 15 in Mark is a relentless march to the cross, to death. Jesus is dead God walking. The soldiers are doing their job. Living out their role as oppressors. […]

March 6, 2016 – Jesus, Barabbas and Pilate

March 6 – Jesus, Barabbas and Pilate Scripture: Mark 15:1-15 All throughout Lent we are using the Gospel of Mark as our scripture. Now we have come to the heart of the events unfolding. The conflict is nearing its climax and yet Jesus, who has been quite verbal is now a man of few words. They […]