The Path to True Greatness | Mark 9:30-50 | Josh Gardner | Mark: Living for the King in Light of the Cross

The Path to True Greatness | Mark 9:30-50 | Josh Gardner | Mark: Living for the King in Light of the Cross

What does it truly mean to be great? This week's teaching confronts one of the most common struggles of the human heart: the desire to be noticed, respected, and first. As Jesus responds to His disciples' argument about who was the greatest, He reveals a completely different path—one marked by humility, service, and ruthless opposition to sin. If you've ever wrestled with pride, ambition, or finding significance, this message may challenge everything you thought greatness was and show you the kind of life that has eternal impact. Mark 9:30-50 [https://www.esv.org/verses/Mark+9:30%E2%80%9350/]

Why the Trinity Matters | Exodus 20:1-3 | Don Krafft | Formation Sunday

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-69cab0ac-8bf8-83e8-bb4d-78cf586010da-0" data-turn-id-container= "request-69cab0ac-8bf8-83e8-bb4d-78cf586010da-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> What if going back to the basics could change the way you see God and your whole life? This week's teaching looks at why knowing God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is the foundation of our faith. In a world that pulls our hearts toward success, approval, and other empty promises, we're reminded that only God truly satisfies. Discover how the Father's love, the Son's sacrifice, and the Holy Spirit's work in us can reshape what we trust, what we chase, and how we live each day. Exodus 20:1-3 [https://www.bible.com/bible/59/EXO.20.1-3.ESV]

Overcoming Despair | Mark 9:14-29 | Austin Glenn | Mark: Living for the King in Light of the Cross

What if your hardest season is exactly where Jesus wants to meet you? This week's teaching from Mark 9 explores how Jesus meets us in life's valleys with power, hope, and grace. Through a desperate father's honest prayer—"I believe; help my unbelief"—we're reminded that faith isn't about having it all together, but depending fully on Him. If you're facing struggles in your family, finances, health, or faith, this week's teaching will show how prayer becomes the bridge from weakness to breakthrough. Mark 9:14-29 [https://www.esv.org/verses/Mark+9:14%E2%80%9329/]

The Road to Glory | Mark 9:2-13 | Austin Glenn | Mark: Living for the King in Light of the Cross

What if the hardest path you're avoiding is actually the road to your greatest transformation? This week's teaching follows Jesus and His disciples up Mount Hermon, where the glory of Christ is revealed in the breathtaking transfiguration before the journey to the cross begins. As God declares, "This is my beloved Son—listen to Him," we're reminded that true discipleship is costly, but it leads to lasting glory. Discover how worship fuels obedience, why self-denial is the path to transformation, and how seeing Jesus clearly can sustain you through life's hardest moments. Mark 9:2-13 [https://www.bible.com/bible/59/MRK.9.ESV]

The Life You Were Made For | Mark 8:27-9:1 | Austin Glenn | Mark: Living for the King in Light of the Cross

What if the life you're chasing can only be found by surrendering it? In this week's teaching from Mark 8, Jesus turns every expectation upside down, revealing a King who conquers not through power, but through sacrifice. As Peter finally recognizes Jesus as the Messiah, he's confronted with a shocking truth: the path to real life begins at the cross. Discover why Jesus' call to "take up your cross and follow me" isn't about losing yourself, but finally becoming who you were made to be. -------------- Mark 8:27-9:1 [https://www.bible.com/bible/59/MRK.8.ESV]