Mark: The King's Challenge

THE KING’S QUESTION

In this Easter sermon, Pastor Trent explores the key turning point in The Gospel According to Mark. In order have spiritual life, Jesus teaches you have to stop trying to gain, stop working to earn, stop attempting to offer something “in return for your soul.” To have what is truly life, you must be willing to lose all you consider "life."

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Question

THE KING’S QUESTION

• The Big Idea: In Jesus, we have not just good teacher, but the divine leader we need. Sometimes you can’t be told, you must be led.

• The Problem: We like the disciples are slow to understand, and we need multi-stage healing. What hope do we have to ever “get” the gospel Jesus?

• The Proposition: Because Jesus is King of kings, we can learn by following the leader.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Heart

THE KING’S HEART

The connection between your heart and your habits matters deeply to Jesus. He confronts the religious leaders of his day saying, "It’s not what you eat, but what you express that stains you." Out of the human heart comes uncleanness, but out of the divine heart of Jesus’ comes purity — whatever he touches becomes the same. This is the King’s Heart! 

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Feast

THE KING’S FEAST

We love and hate leaders. We are cynical of authority and yet fascinated with those on with a platform or influence. Despite our individualistic tendencies, we want to be led. The only problem is… we can’t seem to find a leader who won’t let us down. King Jesus is the leader unlike any other, who led a movement that gathered thousands in His time and billions through history. In Mark chapter 6, the King invites YOU to His feast. 

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Identity

THE KING’S IDENTITY

What do wind, waves, evil spirits, disease, and death have to do with one another? In this section of Mark, the gospel writer is stringing together stories to make a statement about Jesus' identity. Jesus is the Christ, the long awaited King with ALL authority in every sphere of existence. When Christ enters chaos, all is made well.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Kingdom

THE KING’S KINGDOM

In this chapter of Mark's Gospel, King Jesus unveils the secret, the seed, and the surprise of the Kingdom of God. Many in his day and many in ours "hear but do not understand." And so, the Lord Jesus speaks today: “Listen up!”

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Response

THE KING’S RESPONSE

In this section of the Gospel of Mark, the power of King Jesus is on display and calling for a response. When it comes to responding to Jesus, there are only two options — reject him or receive him. Pastor Trent teaches through the varied ways to reject Jesus in this passage: control, censure, or contain.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Conflict

THE KING’S CONFLICT

In this sermon, Pastor Trent helps unpack how the early critics of Jesus questioned his forgiveness, his fellowship, his fasting, and his faithfulness to God's law. In the end, King Jesus turns the questions back upon his critics.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Call

THE KING’S CALL

Some of us experience the Christian life like music “stuck in your head.” Pastor Trent explains that we need to understand the pattern of the music in order to enjoy the sound of it. To leave, find, and follow is the pattern of the Christian life. 

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Gospel

THE KING’S GOSPEL

Who is the Real Jesus? What was He really like? In this episode, Pastor Trent teaches about “the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ.” It is the announcement that God has come — the King is here.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

The Blueprint: Helmet & Sword

What is the best offense for spiritual battle? How about the best defense? In this episode of the Blueprint Series, Pastor Trent teaches from Ephesians 6:10-20 and Isaiah 59:12-19 about the "helmet of salvation" and the "sword of the Spirit."

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

The Blueprint: Shield of Faith

In this episode, Pastor Trent reflects on the call to STAND in spiritual battle by taking up the shield of faith. This sermon continues the study of the armor of God and emphasizes the gospel truth that Christians have authority in spiritual conflict.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

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The Blueprint: Truth

In this episode of the Blueprint sermon series, Pastor Trent considers the armor of God. Ephesians challenges the church to put on the belt of truth and stand in the midst of spiritual battle.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

The Blueprint: Conflict

What is the biblical truth that this cultural moment is showing us? Creation is in conflict. We live in the middle of a spiritual battle that is misunderstood by many and missed by others. In this sermon, Pastor Trent unpacks the real conflict we face.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

The Blueprint: Children & Parents

Let’s work it out. On Father’s Day, Pastor Trent considers the Apostle Paul’s words to children and parents. This is the first of three key areas of life in which the gospel brings new life — new ways of living that need not merely one work out but continual exercise for us to be God’s blueprint.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

The Blueprint: Transitions

Moments of transition are often illuminated by contemplation. It is the link that pulls the pieces of life together, and helps us see the whole. In this message, Pastor Trent teaches the key transition in chapter 5 of Ephesians, which links all that has been written before with the practical help of what follows.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

The Blueprint: Time to Shine

There is an inseparable connection between actions and consequences. Minneapolis now stands as a case study in this truth. Will justice come? Does what you do matter for what becomes of you? Pastor Trent teaches from Ephesians 5 about actions, consequences, identity, and imitating God. For the church... it's time to shine.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

The Blueprint: What Time Is It?

Many of us have wondered, "How should I respond to George Floyd's death?" In this special episode, Pastor Trent reflects on Ecclesiastes 3:1-11, and urges the church to pray, protest, and prepare for the work ahead. God has called us together as a church for this reason, and the rebuilding work ahead in our city.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

The Blueprint: Change Your Clothes

Have you ever found change to be difficult? This week Pastor Trent continues talking about change in our series on Ephesians. The blueprint church lives as a new creation in Christ by putting off old habits and putting on new character. Practically, this means a "change of clothes" in matters honesty, anger, speech, and forgiveness.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.

The Blueprint: Expectations

Why does the church so closely resemble the rest of the country? It all comes down to expectations. Pastor Trent shows us in this episode that God's blueprint for the church is an expectation of maturation.

The New Testament letter to the Ephesians is a “blueprint.” Through the Apostle Paul, the living God lays out a divine model of theology, community, ministry, family, and life for Christians from diverse backgrounds. This is exactly what the Church (and our church) needs! In this letter, the saints who are “faithful in Christ Jesus,” find a vision for building, integrating, and applying the gospel into every area of life.