Sermon Series: The Beginners Guide to the Good News
Sermon: Authentic Discipleship
Scripture: Mark 8:27-9:1
As we reach the midpoint of our Lenten journey through the Gospel of Mark, Jesus asks a question that still echoes in our souls today: “Who do you say I am?” In this episode, Pastor Zach Bechtold unpacks this pivotal moment where the disciples begin to grasp Jesus’ identity as the Christ—only to realize they still have much to learn about what it means to follow him.
From rejection in Nazareth to miraculous feedings, from healings and storms to bold confessions and hard truths, Mark’s Gospel shifts gears—inviting not just the disciples, but all of us, into a deeper, more authentic discipleship.
This isn’t about claiming the title Christian—it’s about reclaiming what it truly means to follow Jesus: denying ourselves, picking up our crosses, and living out a faith that changes the world.
Whether you've been following Jesus for decades or you're just beginning to ask questions, this episode invites you to reflect, respond, and follow more faithfully.
