Messages by Jon Korkidakis
Only Jesus – Part 5: Guilt or Grace?
The law is clear, especially when guilt is obvious. In an attempt to back Jesus into a corner, accusers are caught in a trap of their own making. John 8:1-11
Only Jesus – Part 4: Amazed
An officer goes to great lengths to seek out Jesus to get help for someone he cares about. What transpires is a moment that even surprises Jesus? Mathew 8:5-13
Only Jesus – Part 1: Get Up!
A paralyzed man is touched by the healing power of Jesus. It is a moment one would think would be cause for celebration, but for some, it becomes an opportunity to challenge Jesus. Mark 2:1-12
Choices – Part 4: The Great Decision
There are choices that we make that affect the entirety of our lives. Some can have negative consequences while others are for the better. Only one choice offers us the best of everything. 1 Corinthians 15:1-20
Choices – Part 3: When the Pressure is On (Good Friday Service)
Crowd mentality can sometimes overpower our better judgment. In the heat of such moments, choices can become misguided. Matthew 27:16-26
Choices – Part 2: When Something is Missing
Sometimes we can get so wrapped up in the moment that we choose to neglect the larger picture. As Jesus entered Jerusalem to much fanfare and celebration, something was not quite right. Mark 11:8-11
Choices – Part 1: Being Shaped for Leadership
Jesus, in a moment of great humility, gives his disciples a lesson that will redefine the choices they make as future leaders and teaches us a key to leading well. John 13:1-5; 12-17
Esther: When the Time is Right – Part 4: Rescue
The dilemma that brought an edict to destroy the Jews is still in play. What could have been a picture of disaster becomes a story of rescue and victory. Esther Chs. 8-10
Esther: When the Time is Right – Part 3: Reversal
In these chapters, the tension comes to a head. The die has been cast and the fate of the Jews hangs in the balance. If there was ever a time for God to show up, now would be the time. Esther Chs 5-7
Esther: When the Time is Right – Part 2: Collateral Enemy
Ethnic hatred and discrimination have plagued humanity for centuries. In these chapters, the Jews are targeted for destruction, and the weight of the matter falls on Esther. Esther Chs 3-4
Esther: When the Time is Right – Part 1: Behind the Scenes
As the first two chapters sets the scene, the events that unfold imply a greater hand is orchestrating the pieces coming into place. At a time when power played to selfish ends, the hand of true power was setting the stage for a showdown. Esther 1&2
Crossroads – Part 6: Science Has Done Away with God
The secularization hypothesis stated that the more educated, more advanced, and more scientific a culture, the more religious belief would wane. Why has science become the enemy of God? Psalm 19:1-6
