Small Beginnings, Big Assignment

The Hidden Place

In Day 8 of this Good Morning LIVE series through the Gospel of Mark, Pastor James Epperly teaches from Mark 1:35 on the rhythm of solitude in the life of Jesus. Before Jesus faced the crowds, He met with the Father. Before He responded to pressure, He prayed. This teaching reminds us that the public power of Jesus flowed from private intimacy with the Father — and if we want the life of Jesus, we must adopt the rhythms of Jesus. If your life has felt busy, spiritually drained, or out of rhythm, this message will encourage you to recover the hidden place, make room for prayer, and plug back into the true source of strength.

Authority Over Darkness And Disease

In Day 7 of this Good Morning LIVE series through the Gospel of Mark, Pastor James Epperly teaches on the authority of Jesus over darkness, demons, disease, fear, and every power of the enemy. Mark shows us that Jesus does not just announce authority — He demonstrates authority. In the synagogue, demons recognized Him as the Holy One of God. In Peter’s house, sickness had to leave at His touch. And when the whole city brought the sick and oppressed to Jesus, He ministered with compassion and power. This teaching will strengthen your faith to stop living afraid, stop negotiating with darkness, and bring every need to Jesus. He is still Savior, Healer, Deliverer, and Lord.

Deciphering The Arrows

Not every arrow is an attack. Some arrows are instructions. In this message from our Better Together series, Pastor James Epperly teaches from the story of David and Jonathan in 1 Samuel 20. David had been anointed by God, but he still needed Jonathan to help him discern the season he was in. When Jonathan shot the arrows into the field, they were more than a signal — they were a message. They warned David, redirected him, protected him, and prepared him for what God had ahead. There are seasons in life when we need godly people to help us understand what God is saying. Is this rejection or redirection? Is this opposition or protection? Is this a delay, a warning, or a transition? You cannot always decipher the arrows alone. If this message encouraged you, like this video, share it with someone, and subscribe for more messages from Hope City Church. Learn more about Hope City Church: https://hopecity.tv

Amazed By His Word

In Day 6 of this Good Morning LIVE series through the Gospel of Mark, Pastor James Epperly teaches on the authority of Jesus’ Word and the danger of becoming too familiar with holy things. When Jesus entered the synagogue in Capernaum, the people were astonished because He taught with authority and not as the scribes. His words carried weight, life, truth, and power. This teaching is a call to recover fresh wonder, fresh hunger, and fresh expectation every time we open the Word of God. If you’ve ever felt spiritually dull, distracted, or overly familiar with Scripture, this message will encourage you to pray again: “Lord, open my eyes.” A familiar verse can still carry a fresh word when your heart is open.

Fishers Of Men

In Day 5 of this Good Morning LIVE series through the Gospel of Mark, Pastor James Epperly teaches on Jesus’ call to His first disciples: “Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” Following Jesus is not only about where He is leading us — it is also about who He is calling us to reach. This teaching reminds us that every believer is called to be a witness, point people to Jesus, and live with awareness that God can use ordinary conversations to make an eternal difference. If you’ve ever felt nervous about sharing your faith, this message will encourage you. Evangelism is not about being pushy or having every answer. It is about letting your life and words become a signpost that says, “This way to Jesus.”