2019 November Sermons

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Soil
Mark 4:1-20

I. Intro
Big Idea: If we’ve understood Jesus’ words to us, we respond in faith and repentance.

II. By Parables
A. A parable is a word picture of comparison. Mark 4:1-2
B. This parable determines whether we’ll understand all other parables. Mark 4:3-8

III. Hear
A. People can’t understand God’s Word apart from His grace. Isaiah 6:9-10; Mark 4:9; Romans 9:20-22; 1 Corinthians 2:14
B. Everyone is responsible for understanding Jesus’ words. Mark 4:13

IV. Sown
A. Ignorance is not bliss. Mark 4:14-17; Romans 1:20-21
B. Hearing and not responding to the word makes us unfruitful. Mark 4:18-19; John 15:5; Galatians 5:22-23

V. Good Soil
A. Hear the word and accept it. Mark 4:20a
B. God can do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine. Mark 4:20b; Ephesians 3:20-21

The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up

• What’s one of your favorite parables or stories in Scripture?
• What’s something from Sunday’s message you found convicting, encouraging, or confusing?
• What’s an error in thinking some people have about the Bible?
• Describe a season when you were shallow, rocky, or weed-infested soil. What was the result?
• What’s something that enriches your soil?
• How can our church help others to esteem God’s word?
• How can you respond to Mark 4:1-20? Pray for one another.

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Comparable

​Mark 4:21-34

Big Idea: ​Great is the kingdom.

I. Let There Be Light!

II. Seeds and Such…

III. So, What?

The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up

• Finish this sentence: My definition of success is…
• What’s something from Sunday’s message on Mark 4:21-34 you hope we talk about as a group?
• When are you tempted to hide your faith?
• Why is it important to consider what we hear vv. 24-25?
• How can Jesus’ parable in vv. 26-29 help us when we’re struggling with discouragement or doubt?
• How have you seen small acts accomplish much in God’s kingdom?
• What’s something that helps you to hear from God through His word?
• What’s something you can do for someone this week to help them see Christ and His kingdom? Pray for one another.

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Calm
Mark 4:35-41

I. Intro
Big Idea: Overcome fear by fearing Jesus.

II. Let’s Go
A. Jesus commanded His disciples to go. Mark 4:35
B. This is a historical account. Mark 4:36

III. Storm
A. Some storms are beyond us. Mark 4:37
B. We ask God the wrong questions. Mark 4:38

IV. Be Still
A. Jesus works in all the elements of our lives. Psalm 65:5-8; 107:24-32; Mark 4:39a; Philippians 2:10-11
B. God is always calm. Mark 4:39b

V. Obey Him
A. Jesus rebukes us. Mark 4:40
B. Take Jesus at His word. Mark 4:41: Romans 6:4

The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up

• Finish this sentence: When I get tired I…
• What’s something from Sunday’s message you agreed or disagreed with?
• Does Mark 4:35-41 correspond with the statement, “Jesus only gives us what we can handle”? Why, or why not?
• What’s something we can do when we wonder if God cares?
• Why do you think Jesus choose this moment to show the disciples that He is God?
• Describe a time you were convicted by something a brother or sister in Christ said. What was the outcome?
• How does taking Jesus at His word make us more confident in Him?
• What’s a specific way you can respond to Mark 4:35-41? Pray for one another.

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Delivered                                                                                                                                                                   Mark 5:1-20

I. Intro 
Big Idea: We have a powerful enemy, but Jesus is more powerful. Ephesians 6:12

II.  Impure                                                                                                                                               
A. All spirits are accountable to Jesus. Mark 5:1-2 
B. Evil destroys. Mark 5:3-5; John 8:44; 2 Corinthians 6:14; Ephesians 4:27; 1 Peter 5:8 

III. Permission                                                                                                                                               
A. Demons fear Jesus. Mark 5:6-10; Acts 19:1-22 
B. Jesus has the last word. Mark 5:11-13 

IV. Afraid                                                                                                                                                   
A. The people were comfortable with Satan, not Jesus. Mark 5:14-15                                                      
B. Our choices have eternal consequences. Mark 5:16-17; Romans 1:24-25 

V. Go                                                                                                                                                     
A. If we’ve been delivered, we know enough to tell others. Mark 5:18-19; Luke 7:47                             
B. Obedience is freedom expressed. Mark 5:20; Mark 7:31-37 

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