"Jesus Teaches About Agriculture" is the fifteenth sermon in this series. Jesus tells a parable of four kinds of soils, comparing the seeds that are sown to the good news of the Kingdom. Parables can be confusing at times. They especially were for the disciples. But in them lie some of the greatest and most relatable truths.
"Jesus of Nazareth Says He’s Starting a 'Family'" is the fourteenth sermon in this series. Jesus describes the family of God to be whoever does the will of God, claiming that those people are his brothers and sisters and mother. This strange statement is almost to the dismissal of His earthly family and is alarming to those around Him.
"Accusations of Blasphemy Against Nazarene" is the thirteenth sermon in this series. As the Pharisees bring in reinforcements from Jerusalem, they accuse Jesus of blasphemy and even demonic possession. Jesus responds by pointing out their own sin of blasphemy against His Holy Spirit.
"Following of Nazarene Preacher Grows" is the twelfth sermon in this series. A plethora of people became interested in Jesus’ ministry. Some people were genuinely looking for salvation in faith, but others were following merely for personal benefits. Jesus calls 12 out of the true disciples to appoint them as apostles.
"Man’s Injured Hand Miraculously Healed" is the eleventh sermon in this series. On the heels of a debate about the sabbath with the Pharisees, Jesus encounters a man needing healing. The Pharisees look on to see whether or not Jesus will heal on the day of rest.
"Pharisees Discuss Sabbath With Locals" is the tenth sermon in this series. God made the sabbath for us. We don’t exist to prop up a system; we exist for God’s glory and He instituted rest and rhythms for us. Jesus teaches the Pharisees some profound insights about the sabbath.
"Local Discussions About Fasting Arise" is the ninth sermon in this series. After Jesus publicly forgives sins, Mark begins to detail Jesus’ run-ins with the Pharisees. In this passage, the religious party question Jesus and His disciples’ lack of ceremonial fasting. Jesus takes the opportunity to teach about the new covenant.
"Local Tax Collector Quits Job" is the eighth sermon in this series. The calling of the disciple Matthew was viewed as highly scandalous, given Matthew’s vocation as a tax collector. Matthew had a sinful job and many sinful acquaintances but when the Messiah chooses him, he leaves behind his sin and introduces his friends to Jesus.