Messages on Jesus

Part 4: Remorse

When we are confronted with the full weight of the cross, we are forced to decide. Do we accept our need for forgiveness or become so engrossed in our own failure to negate any hope of redemption? Matthew 27:1-10

Part 3: Betrayed

The cross serves as a powerful symbol of both the realities of betrayal and the possibility of forgiveness and redemption. It invites reflection on the complexity of human relationships, demonstrating the contrast between human sin and divine love. Luke 22:47-53

Part 2: Pressed

In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prays fervently before his impending crucifixion. This prayer illustrates his struggle, yet his unwavering dedication to his mission. Mark 14:32-42

Part 1: Take Up and Follow Me

Before Jesus was sentenced to die on the cross, he used it as an illustration of a profound truth, one that continues to challenge us to this day. Matthew 16:24-28

Part 7: Keep it to Yourself

We all want our minute of fame, especially if it celebrates a significant accomplishment. for Jesus though, publicity did not always foster the healthiest response. Matthew 9:27-31

Part 6: Lose to Win

Life is precious. Regardless of the difficulties, life can become an idol that we desperately cling to. Jesus taught something beyond the norm about life, something with far more meaning and purpose. John 12:23-26

Part 5: Choose Wisely

Society elevates important and prominent people above the crowd. In fact, it’s a socially acceptable fact, unless of course, you ask Jesus what he thinks. Luke 14:8-11

Part 4: Tough Love

In Jewish times, the lines were clear between who or what was acceptable versus what was not. Jesus not only blurred the lines of definition but blew them up altogether. Luke 6:27

Part 2: Challenging the Crowd

We typically see growth as something good, especially when it’s a crowd. But what if the crowd is not healthy and is following for all the wrong reasons? John 5:58-66

Part 1: Faith Defined

Faith in the ancient world was about appeasing the gods, but Jesus turns the idea of faith into something more profound. Matthew 19:13-15