Scriptures: Psalm 34:11-14; Mark 10:32-52
Prayer of the Day: Lord Jesus, it was hard for your disciples to hear that they would have to suffer in order to follow you. Give us faith and courage to follow you when following is painful or frightening. This we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sermon Audio: Mark 10:32-52
Live Recording: Sunday, March 8th, 2020

Scriptures: John 3:16-18; Hebrews 11:17-19; Genesis 22:1-19
Prayer of the Day: Merciful Father, as You provided the ram to die in Isaac’s place, You have given Your only Son to die in our place. Grant us grace to receive the fruits of Christ’s redeeming work with thanksgiving and daily to follow in His way; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.
Sermon: Audio recording didn’t work – view the service on Facebook.

Scriptures: Psalm 19:1-10; Mark 10:17-31
Prayer of the Day: Lord of abundant riches, when asked to give everything to follow Jesus, a rich man faltered. Give us the courage to give everything that we have to you, knowing that what you offer is more valuable than all the riches in the world. This we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 10:17-31

Scriptures: Matthew 16:13-23, 1 Corinthians 15:20-22; Genesis 3:1-19
Prayer of the Day: Gracious God, you created us out of the dust of the earth and breathed into us the breath of life. By your hand we live and to your hands we return when all our days are done. Grant that the awareness of our mortality may lead us not to fear, but to faith. In our weakness teach us to look to you for strength, in our failures to turn to you and find forgiveness, and in our dying to await the gift of everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Sermon: Genesis 3:1-19

Scriptures: Psalm 27:1-4; Mark 8:27-9:8
Prayer of the Day: Lord of light, as you were transfigured on the mountain, your followers were given a glimpse of your glory. Shine your light in our lives so that we will know how truly marvelous you are. This we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 8:27-38

Scriptures: Psalm 51; Mark 7:1-23
Prayer of the Day: Teacher Jesus, too often we blame external people and situations for our heartaches and brokenness. Help us to look inward to uncover and heal the things that defile: bitterness, hatred, jealousy, and greed. Help us instead to be agents of peace, hope, generosity, and love. This we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 7:1-23

Scriptures: Psalm 122; Mark 6:1-29
Prayer of the Day: Holy Jesus, you sent many into the world to proclaim your kingdom on earth. Send us, equip us, and walk with us so that everyone can learn of your abudant love. This we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sermon: No audio recording this week. Enjoy the FB Live recording instead!

Scriptures: Psalm 131; Mark 5:21-43
Prayer of the Day: God of healing, when someone in your world suffers, you suffer as well. Restore your world and heal your children so that no one needs to suffer any longer. This we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 5:21-43

Scriptures: Psalm 89:1-4; Mark 5:1-20
Prayer of the Day: Jesus healer of mind and body, we sometimes suffer at the hands of physical, mental, and spiritual ailments. Quiet our minds, still our hearts, and empower our bodies so that we may be whole and healed. This we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 5:1-20

Scriptures: Psalm 126; Mark 4:1-34
Prayer of the Day: God of the Word, in the parable of the sower you showed us how your word can take root and grow within us. Nurture the seeds of your word in our hearts and help us to grow in faith and love. This we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 4:1-20