Mark 9:35-43, 45, 47-50: The Way of a Christian
Release Date: 04/28/2025
Mark 14:53-72: Endure By The Power Of The Spirit
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
This week we landed in Mark 14:53–72. Here we see Jesus stand firm in the face of lies and injustice. He speaks truth, endures suffering, and stays on mission to save sinners—because He knows the end: every knee will bow before Him. We, like Jesus, need to use Scripture to see clearly the truth of our circumstances. Look to the end. Scripture is truth. We are not alone in our struggle to bear witness in a world that hates us. Do not be shocked—endure by the power of the Spirit.
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Mark 14:43-52: Christ's Faithfulness
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
On Sunday, we walked through the passage covering the betrayal and arrest of Jesus. In it, we see Judas betraying his Savior, Peter trying to take matters into his own hands, and the disciples fleeing in fear. This passage reminds us that even our best intentions, efforts, and strength fall short—but Jesus’s faithfulness never does. Though all His disciples abandoned Him, He remained steadfast, carrying out the plan to save His own.
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Mark 14:32-42: Our Fight Against Temptation
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
In today’s message, Pastor Matt taught from the passage where Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane. There, Jesus faced the temptation to turn away from obedience, yet He held fast to the Father who knows and loves Him. His faithfulness in that moment points us to the ultimate victory He accomplished—paying it all so that we, too, can resist temptation by the power of the Holy Spirit. Our call is to confess our struggles, cry out to Him, and lean on His strength in our fight against sin.
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Mark 14:26-31: Completely Known and Completely Loved
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
This Sunday's passage recounts the moment when Jesus foretells Peter’s denial. It reminds us that on our own, we will never fully “have it together.” Instead, we must cling to the cross of Christ—the only hope that upholds us and truly sets us free. Jesus extends an open invitation: “Come to me, all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Surrender your life to Christ. In Christ you are completely known, yet completely loved.
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Mark 14:12-26: Jesus' Betrayal
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
In Mark 14:12–26, we see the shadow of betrayal fall across the most intimate moment between Jesus and His disciples. As He gathers with them for the Passover meal, He reveals that one of His own will hand Him over. Join us as Pastor Joe Zingraf speaks to the Lord’s Supper, where the bread and cup point to His body broken and His blood poured out for many and how Jesus comes towards us even when we are against him.
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Mark 14:1-11: Everything Is Fleeting
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
How do you see Jesus? When we truly listen to His words, we begin to see Him as He is. But when we filter His words through our sinful desires, frustration follows. Your view of Him is shaped by how you see the reality that everything in this world is fleeting—except Jesus. He alone comes to give life and to rescue us from all that is empty and vain.
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Mark 13:24-37: Stay Awake
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
This week we looked at Mark 13:24–37, where Jesus speaks clearly about His return and the call to remain spiritually alert. Pastor Matt reminded us that Christ’s second coming is certain, though its timing is unknown. As believers, we are called to live in watchful expectation—not in fear, but in faith—trusting in God’s sovereign plan and enduring with hope. Stay awake, for the Lord is near.
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Mark 13:14-23: He Will Hold Us Fast
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
This past Sunday, we continued in Mark 13:14–23. Jesus is never caught off guard by our difficult circumstances—He sees them, knows them, and calls us to trust Him through them. We were reminded to stay alert and discerning, especially against false messiahs and distorted versions of Christianity that promise glory without suffering. He will hold us fast. Give your life to Christ and walk in the joy and security of His love. Give your life to the world, and you’ll find only anxiety and emptiness. Church, take heart—He loves us, and He will return for us.
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Mark 13:1-13: Endure Till The End
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
This week, we continued our study in Mark 13:1–13. Pastor Matt spoke about the struggles we face in the “in-between”—the time between Christ’s first coming and His return. As followers of Jesus, we urge you to remain steadfast and endure to the end. Don’t seek peace apart from Him, because true peace is found in Christ alone.
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Mark 12:38-44: God Doesn't Owe You, He Owns You
Ovilla Road Baptist Church
In today’s message, we explore Jesus’ warning about the scribes—those who sought recognition, honor, and comfort for themselves. In stark contrast, we reflect on the humble offering of the widow who gave all she had. Her sacrifice wasn’t out of abundance but out of deep love, trust, and obedience to God. She knew that everything she had belonged to the Lord, and her actions revealed a heart fully surrendered to Him. Will you surrender your life to Christ?
info_outlineThis week’s sermon focused on how Christians are called to live differently from the world. True followers of Christ are marked by valuing people who offer no advantage to us, resisting the pull of comparison, competition, and self-promotion. Instead of seeking status, Christians seek to see others joined to Christ. Listen to the full sermon today!