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Mars Hill
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Mars Hill Sunday Teachings - A Jesus people for the sake of the world.
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Transfiguration
Mar 1Tap to summarizeThe transfiguration of Jesus is a profound event of glory and yet a mystery. Let's get curious about all the beautiful and challenging implications of this text!Mark 9:2-10Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering?Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering?Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
Transcribe →Kingdom Expectations
Feb 22Tap to summarizeAs the gospel of Mark progresses, the high expectations of the kingdom of God become more explicit. The story of this young man is the climax of these demands: everything must be submitted to the kingdom. And yet, as always, there remains good news alongside the challenge. Mark 10:17-31Questions to consider—Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering?Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?
Transcribe →Miracles - Jesus is The Sign
Feb 15Tap to summarizeJesus feeds 5,000 people, then 4,000 in a different region, expanding the scope of God's love for all people. The disciples struggle to get their minds around this. Jesus walks on water and calms the disciples while they are yet in the storm.Mark 8:1-13Questions to consider—Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering?Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?
Transcribe →Glimpses of the Kingdom
Feb 8Tap to summarizeSuzanne passionately walks through the three miracles performed by Jesus in Mark 5, highlighting the importance and specificity of each. These actions of Jesus put on display the unique power of God's kingdom that has come near. Mark 5:1-20Questions to consider—Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering?Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?Outward [Service]: Who or where might God be calling me to care about more deeply and tangibly?
Transcribe →Parables + Power
Feb 1Tap to summarizeJesus gives powerful glimpses of the Kingdom in parables [stories]. God is immensely generous, a provider, and a giver of welcoming light! Jesus shows himself in power over the storms, wind, and waves. Mark 4Questions to consider...Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?
Transcribe →Immeasurably More Invitation
Jan 25Tap to summarizeTroy and Kate Neckers [Elder chair] introduce and invite the community into a more intentional conversation about giving to our church. Troy then offers a few practices to help the community engage with our resources in healthier, more faithful ways. Mark 3:7-19; 6:6b-13Questions to consider...Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering?Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
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