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Come To The TableJohn 4:39-45 It’s easy to think that God loves people like us. And it’s not too hard to talk about Jesus with people who are like ourselves. But what about people who are very different? Today, Pastor Mark reminds us that Jesus Himself set the example, by going to Samaritans, Romans, and all kinds of other people. Who would you find it easy to talk with about Jesus? And who do you think would be a real stretch for you? Today, Pastor Mark encourages each of us to go out of our comfort zones. Who do you know who needs Jesu...2024-11-2826 minCome To The TableJohn 4:27-38 Suppose you’ve just eaten a great meal that’s full of tasty and healthy nourishment. Now you’re ready to head to the gym for two hours or tackle that project at work that you’ve been putting off. Today, Pastor Mark asks us to imagine what it would be like if we had that same enthusiasm for the spiritual food that Jesus offers. Jesus found strength that didn’t come from this physical world. It came from His passion for doing the will of His Father in heaven and finishing His work. Today, Pastor Mark explains that God wants to n...2024-11-2726 minCome To The TableJohn 4:27-38 How many people have searched for that elusive goal – that Olympic medal, that big hit song, or that starring role in a blockbuster movie – and never reached it? But today, Pastor Mark asks us to consider those who did reach it – yet didn’t find the satisfaction they expected. Because they were looking in the wrong place. The Samaritan woman came to Jacob’s well to get some physical water. Jesus offered her something better, something that would bring real and eternal satisfaction: His living water. Today, Pastor Mark presents you with that same choice: where will you go to find the w...2024-11-2626 minCome To The TableJohn 4:1-27 When Jesus spoke with the Samaritan woman at the well, she was only looking for earthly satisfaction. But Jesus offered her something eternal – His living water. Today, Pastor Mark breaks down this well-known conversation to show how Jesus evangelized the people He met in his day-to-day experiences on Earth. When you read how Jesus shared His good news, it can be a little intimidating. After all, He’s Jesus! And you’re just … you. But with Pastor Mark’s encouragement, you’ll find that it’s not as overwhelming as it may sometimes seem. You can affect people for Jesus, just as He Hi...2024-11-2526 minCome To The TableJohn 4:1-27 All around us, as we walk through our places of work, or school, or neighborhood, we come into contact with people who don’t know Jesus. It can be a little overwhelming, but today, Pastor Mark shares the best possible example of how to present Jesus, by showing us how Jesus Himself presented His good news. It’s easy to get our minds and our schedules completely filled up with our own things. And we can forget about those around us who need the good news of forgiveness. You can be God’s witness to His world. Today, Pastor Mark clear...2024-11-2226 minCome To The TableJohn 3:22-36 God gave John the Baptist a ministry unlike any other in history. He was to prepare the way for the coming Messiah. And when Jesus was revealed to John, John announced Jesus to the world. And as Pastor Mark shares today, John knew when it was time for his role to fade out. And He was grateful for that. It’s easy to look at other churches, or other ministries in our church, or even other people in our ministry, and wonder “Why?” Why them, and not us… or me? Today, Pastor Mark reminds us that God appoints whom He wants, wher...2024-11-2126 minCome To The TableJohn 3:22-36 Before Jesus started His public ministry, God sent his cousin, John the Baptist, to prepare the way. And John understood his role clearly. But as Pastor Mark explains today, some of John’s followers weren’t quite as sure. So, when Jesus came on the scene, and people started going to Him, they became a little disturbed. When you see people who seem to be having more impact for the kingdom of God than you do, how does that make you feel? Do you rejoice that God’s work is being done, or do you wonder why God isn’t doing more...2024-11-2026 minCome To The Table1 Thessalonians 4:6-12 Maybe you can relate to this. You’ve been stuck in a cycle of sin, whether it’s sexual immorality or drug addiction, and you feel like there’s no way out. In today’s message, Pastor Mark teaches you that Jesus can set you free and keep you free. It’s through His supernatural power that you can break the chains of sin. Pastor Mark teaches that it’s not about relying on your own strength or willpower. You don’t have the power to set yourself free. It’s only by the power of the Holy Spirit that you can have...2024-09-1826 minCome To The Table1 Thessalonians 4 Are you relying upon your own strength to carry out the will of the Lord? In today’s message, Pastor Mark urges you to put down the banner of self-reliance and pick up the banner of God-reliance. You can’t even come close to fulfilling the Father’s will on your own merit and effort. You need His help to accomplish this. Pastor Mark teaches you that the Holy Spirit is the person of the Trinity who empowers you to model after Jesus. He gives you gifts that help you to be more like Him. He gives you instruction, guidan...2024-09-1626 minCome To The Table1 Thessalonians 3 Make the decision today to follow the King of kings! Pastor Mark shares in today’s message the invitation to know Jesus. To receive Jesus as Lord and Savior and the inheritance that He offers, simply come to Him by faith. Believe in who He is and confess with your mouth that He is Lord and you will be saved. Pastor Mark explains, that God desires no one to perish but for all to receive eternal life through His Son, Jesus. Today is the day for salvation. Enter into a family and the Kingdom of God when your time on...2024-09-1326 minCome To The Table1 Thessalonians 3 When we go through hard times, we can begin to wonder if we will ever survive it. However, as Pastor Mark explains through today’s message, we do! God gives us the strength, resources, and determination to make it. He comforts us, so we too will be able to comfort others in their times of need. He wants us to carry the torch. Just as one flame can light another, God wants us to pour into others. Pastor Mark encourages you to see how you can help to strengthen others in their faith journey. What encouragement has God given to...2024-09-1226 minCome To The Table1 Thessalonians 3 God can and will use any hardship you go through if you’ll let Him! As you learn in today’s message from Pastor Mark, he shares with you that difficulties and hardships come with living in this world. You’re going to experience them. But know that no matter the hardships you face, Jesus is with you through every single one. Pastor Mark encourages you to see in what ways you can relate to Jesus through your season of difficulty. What has Jesus gone through that might be similar to your own experience? Once you reflect on this, you’ll...2024-09-1126 minCome To The Table1 Thessalonians 3 A life with Christ is a life that dies daily to Christ! In today’s message from Pastor Mark, he explains to you the reality that is the faith journey with Jesus. Sometimes people can think that once you surrender your life to the Lord everything will be blissful and blessed. There are blessings, but there’s also hardship. Pastor Mark desires for you to understand that when Scripture says “No servant is greater than its Master” it’s talking about the disciples of Jesus. Jesus endured many trials and so will you as His disciple. The Bible says “that in this...2024-09-1026 minCome To The Table1 Thessalonians 2 You’ll never fully know until you meet with the Lord, the impact you had while on this Earth. As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Mark, he shares with you the importance of investing and pouring into other’s lives. Even the things you don’t remember or feel are insignificant, God uses them for His glory. Pastor Mark urges you to be led by the power of the Holy Spirit. Commune every day with the Lord in prayer and watch what He does in your life. He will use you to speak encouragement to others and prov...2024-09-0926 minCome To The Table1 Thessalonians1:3-4 What is election? An easy example happens every four years. Election is when someone is chosen, right? In the Christian faith, God has elected His believers – that is, they’ve been chosen to spend eternity with Him. This concept can cause a lot of tension and confusion, but today, Pastor Mark will walk you through it. As you listen, Pastor Mark will teach that election is evidenced by the fruits of the spirit – that is, the actions of those who have been elected will look like Jesus. How can you become elected? Simple! Just enter the race. If you let Him...2024-08-1926 minCome To The TableDaniel 12 There’s room at the dining table of the Lord! Will you take a seat? Pastor Mark explains that it’s important to not put off deciding to follow Christ. God desires for everyone to enter into His presence eternally. But you need to commit to following Him! He will not force His way into your life. You must choose to receive Him! In today’s message from Pastor Mark, he challenges you to decide to become a follower of Jesus. Tomorrow is never a guarantee. Deciding to surrender your life to Jesus will be the best decision you’ve ever...2024-05-2826 minCome To The TableRevelation 8-9 When you were younger, did you ever mark your things so you could easily find them? Maybe you had a shared space for washing clothes, so you put your name on the tags so your things were easily identifiable. Or maybe you marked your food with your name and the date so you would know if something spoiled. In today’s message, Pastor Mark tells of how the angels have been sent to somehow mark believers so they aren’t harmed in the tribulation. If you are a follower of Christ, you have been marked so the angels and the e...2024-03-0826 minCome To The TableRevelation 6-7 If you’re part of a sports team you can tell who’s on your team because you all have the same uniform. It’s pretty obvious if someone from another team tries to join you because they wouldn’t be dressed the same. This is helpful because it ensures you don’t give the ball to the wrong person. Today, Pastor Mark explains how, if you are a Christian you are sealed with the Holy Spirit and marked by God. No one else can see the mark, but God can. That mark, or seal, lets the enemy know you belong t...2024-03-0526 minCome To The TableGalatians 2:11-14 We have to be ever diligent and watch out for apostasy in the church; and always examine the teachers set before us to ensure that they are teaching sound doctrine. As Pastor Mark says in his message today, we’re just one generation away from apostasy. So, that’s why it’s important to trust but verify everything we’re taught. In today’s message, Pastor Mark brings to the forefront the importance of not just looking for teachers tickling your ears. Rather, look only to teachers who are teaching what the Bible is saying, regardless of how they were broug...2024-01-0126 minCome To The TableGalatians 2:6-10 Grace isn’t an excuse to just do whatever our flesh desires. In today’s message, you’ll find out all about navigating faith, and freedom and getting along with others who might see things a bit differently. Pastor Mark is going to break it all down for us. You'll find out how Paul stood his ground on some pretty big issues. Pastor Mark will show us how to go about our journey today, figuring out how to live in freedom and respect each other's differences; without compromising the integrity of scripture. Never forget that we aren’t justified by our a...2023-12-2926 minCome To The TableGenesis 21 Our heroes of the faith are not without their own shortcomings! In today’s message from Pastor Mark, he explains to you that even the best heroes within the Bible still had their own battles that they had to deal with. All of them had to grow in their faith. None of them had an easy button that they could hit! They had to trust in God. Pastor Mark understands that sometimes it can be hard to step out and trust God in every area of our lives. But what God has called you to do, you can do it...2023-08-3026 minCome To The TableGenesis 21 Are you waiting for the Lord to move in your life? Today you learn from Pastor Mark about God’s perfect timing. Sometimes when we’re waiting for our promises from God to be fulfilled, it can seem like it’s taking a lifetime. But be encouraged, God is faithful. What He has promised to you, will come to pass. Pastor Mark encourages you to be patient, longsuffering, and dependent upon the Lord. God will get you to where you need to go. He doesn’t give you His desires for them to be ignored. In the proper time, He will...2023-08-2926 minCome To The TableGenesis 20 What is the test that God is desiring for you to pass? As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Mark, he urges you to take the time necessary to study, learn, and grow in the things that God has for you. Our God is an excellent teacher who is patient! If there are tests in your life that you’ve failed, He will give you another chance. Pastor Mark explains that Jesus is the best at extending second chances. He will come alongside you and will help you to accomplish the task that He has for you. Ask...2023-08-2826 minCome To The TableGenesis 19:1-14 What a powerful statement by Pastor Mark! We have friends and people in our circle who are critical of Jesus and Christianity. We frequently encounter such people and face such negativity in order to fulfill our worldly needs, and we end up just listening to them. What are your options? Pastor Mark tells you how to confront people who have negative attitudes toward Jesus and inform them of the consequences of their sins in today's message. God loves everyone and wants to deliver them from the clutches of sin. God desires that you intervene and bring them back to J...2023-08-1626 minCome To The TableGenesis 18:16-33 What a powerful statement by Pastor Mark! In our daily lives, we as humans do fall into the trap of sin. The enemy is constantly on the lookout for ways to bring us down. Even as Christians, we make mistakes and sin takes hold of us. However, as a result of the Holy Spirit's conviction, we tend to return to God and seek forgiveness for our sins. But what about those who are unaware of the Gospel's good news? How can we help them? Pastor Mark explains in today's message how you can pray and intercede for people in y...2023-08-1426 minCome To The TableGenesis 17 Have you ever felt that way? Like your life must be a big cosmic joke? Maybe God is just up there watching with amusement and pleasure as you struggle along through your real-life tragedy. In today’s message, Pastor Mark will wonder if that’s how Abraham and Sarah felt as they waited for God to fulfill His promise to do the impossible in their lives. Have you ever felt that way? Like your life must be a big cosmic joke? Maybe God is just up there watching with amusement and pleasure as you struggle along through your real-life trage...2023-08-0326 minCome To The TableGenesis 14 Whenever God asks you to take steps of faith, you will grow in your faith! As Pastor Mark explains in today’s message, God’s invitation for growth is always met with more of Him. God doesn’t ask you to challenge yourself just to leave you hanging. God will meet you where you’re at and will raise you to new heights in Him. Sometimes it can be scary to step out into a new frontier of trust and faith. But understand, that God will help you. Pastor Mark encourages you, that there’s nothing that God will call you t...2023-07-1826 minCome To The TableGenesis 14 How do you prevent yourself from a great fall? As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Mark, he encourages you to stay in God’s Word. Spending regular time studying the Scriptures helps to keep your faith strong in the Lord and in His truth. This helps to make you less susceptible to the enemy’s lies and tactics. Pastor Mark also encourages you, to stay plugged into Christian fellowship and a godly community. When you’re in a community, iron sharpens iron. You each help to strengthen one another's spiritual growth through prayer and the authenticity of your...2023-07-1726 minCome To The TableGenesis 14 Be careful to not participate in a carnal lifestyle. Pastor Mark reminds you in today’s message that you have been bought with a price from God. He has paid for you with the stripes upon His Son, Jesus. Therefore, live a life that seeks to please and honor Him in all that you say and do. Seek a life that brings glory to God. Pastor Mark encourages you, to take the gift of salvation you’ve been given into all of the world. And to live a life of faith, light, hope, and love. It’s too easy in thi...2023-07-1426 minCome To The TableGenesis 11:1-9 What a remarkable statement from Pastor Mark! We do intend to accomplish a lot in our lives. We all have goals that we want to achieve, whether it's a nice car or a big house. We plan all of our actions to achieve our goals and desires. As Christians, we sometimes want to both follow Jesus and achieve our goals. Pastor Mark explains in today's message how you must begin to rely on God in all aspects of your life. You may want to follow Jesus, but in order to do so, you must set aside your desires and...2023-07-0326 minCome To The TableGenesis 10:1-32 We've all heard of Sodom and Gomorrah, how they sinned, and how God destroyed them by raining down fire and burning sulfur on them. Because of God's wrath, not a single living thing survived. But did you know that those cities' fates were already written in their names? In today's message, Pastor Mark explains how the word Sodom means "burning" and the word Gomorrah means "submersion." And eventually, those cities were consumed by fire. Pastor Mark explains how the Holy Spirit can sometimes lead you to the meaning of a name and reveal its fate. God uses names to...2023-06-2926 minCome To The TableGenesis 4:6-16 As a Child of God, sin should no longer rule in your life. When you ask Jesus to save you and become the Lord of your heart, you won’t lose your ability or tendency to sin. It may be diminished, but more than that you should have a new motivation to live a life that honors your Savior. The word sin is derived from an archery term for missing the mark. If you’ve ever shot a bow, you know how hard it can be to hit that target, and even more so to hit it perfectly in the...2023-05-2326 minCome To The TableGenesis 1:20-25 We all have at some point in our life have fascinated by the fact that Dinosaurs were real. We tend to believe what the world tells us about them. You may seem to believe everything the world has to say about Dinosaurs even in the movies. But does the world know what the Bible has to say about them living on Earth? In today’s message, Pastor Mark tells you what the word of God has to say about Dinosaurs. He tells you how Dinosaurs were actually herbivorous animals who were huge in size but were not as furious as...2023-03-2426 minCome To The TableGenesis 1:2 I would love to see animators try to capture the awesome power of God in the creation story. As Pastor Mark painted a picture for us of God drawing out the universe like a curtain, I could almost see it happening. Can you feel the glory of that moment? As Pastor Mark continues through the creation account today, let your mind and heart be captured by the awesome power and art of our creative God. Put yourself there, at the beginning when there was nothing. Watch the light spring to life. And remember, with every new and awesome creation...2023-03-1526 minCome To The TableThe Garden, The Betrayal, The Denial Do you ever find yourself stuck in a cycle of sin? You know that God has set you free, and you want to stop the sin, but it feels like you’re just stuck. If that’s you today, then this message is for you. In today's message, Pastor Mark will teach you about the 3 fundamentals of the faith that will set you free from the cycle that you’re in. It’s human nature to want to trust in your own strength to overcome sin. The apostle Peter was quick to say that he would never betray Jesus. But what...2023-02-1026 minCome To The TableThe Plot, the Anointing, the Betrayal, and the Proposal Take a second to think about where your heart is today. Are you seeing things you’ve prayers answered and feeling blessed? Or are you struggling to see God’s hand in your life? No matter where you find yourself, in today’s message, Pastor Mark has a word for you that will show you why you have reason to sing. Jesus didn’t have an easy life by any means. While he was loved by many, he was hated even more. He also knew that a horrible death awaited him. He had a supernatural joy though that superseded all circ...2023-02-0826 minCome To The TableThe Sheep and the Goats What do you think about when it comes to the end times? Do you imagine wars and famines and disasters? It's true, those things are on the horizon. But don't forget what is in store for the believer when the world comes to an end! In today's message, Pastor Mark is going to show you what it looks like for you! When you get to the end of the world, God has some pretty unbelievable stuff in store for you! But the greatest part of all is that you will get to learn the things of God from God...2023-02-0326 minCome To The TableWatching and Waiting In today's message, Pastor Mark is going to dive into historic Jewish wedding ceremonies, and show you from them what it means to be the bride of Christ. Jesus chose his words carefully when he described the things of the kingdom of God, and when you don't know the culture it can be easy to miss the meaning! So in today's message, Pastor Mark is going to de-code the metaphors of Christ with an eye on the culture of the time! You'll be amazed at how clearly Jesus painted the picture of his return! As you listen, remember the...2023-01-3026 minCome To The TableThe Great Tribulation Do you spend much time thinking of Christ's return? As Pastor Mark teaches today, you'll learn that we are a people of hope – and part of that hope is knowing Jesus is coming back soon. He told us and it's true! Many older saints from previous generations spoke of keeping your eye on the Eastern Sky, watching for Him! Knowing that God doesn't operate without purpose – and that He is working all things for our good – well, that gives me the ability to face tomorrow. Pastor Mark reminds us that we should not despair. Nor should we go into hiding...2023-01-1926 minCome To The TableThe Great Tribulation When we get home to heaven, I have some questions I'd like Jesus to answer. One of which is why good things happen to His chosen people. As Pastor Mark teaches today, you'll learn hard times are ahead for us, it's predicted and promised. So much for a “chamber of commerce” sales pitch for Christianity! As we think of the end-times approaching ...and the world groaning in labor pains getting ready for the New Jerusalem … Pastor Mark reminds us that the prophecy we are studying today is helpful – and HOPEFUL – for us, His Children, to endure until the end. He will ne...2023-01-1826 minCome To The TableThe Beginning of Sorrows Our world is full of confusion. I suppose it's been that way long before you and I were around. But boy, doesn't it seem extra confusing these days? As Pastor Mark teaches today, you'll learn the Lord warned us of this. In fact, our life as believers will be full of sorrow while we walk this earth. Remembering that we're in a fallen world and our home is not here – and also remembering that God works all things for the good of those who love Him, Pastor Mark reconciles why our sorrow can be endured with hope – because of Chri...2023-01-1726 minCome To The TableThe Beginning of Sorrows When you came to Christ, did you expect life to be all sunshine and roses? Hopefully, you had a realistic approach based on what Jesus told us to expect. As Pastor Mark teaches today, you'll learn there was a warning of sorrows – even Jesus said He was a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. So how is this good news? Life begins again with forgiveness and redemption in Christ, yet be aware that it's also a fallen world and the world is against the Word of God. His plan is good, yet the sorrows we feel are to be...2023-01-1626 minCome To The TableA King’s Invitation Have you ever felt left out? Maybe it was not being chosen to play on a sports team. Or when others seem to overlook you for a party or gathering. There is a place you belong and Jesus extends an “always invitation” to you! As Pastor Mark teaches today, you'll learn how wide the Lord's arms are to “whosoever will.” Some might argue that it's impossible for all to be saved. But Jesus' shed blood is efficient for the whole world, for all time! And Pastor Mark reminds us that scripture is clear – going back to the original Greek translatio...2023-01-0526 minCome To The TableA King’s Invitation Arrogance. It's something we think of as synonymous with bragging and pride. Did you know that arrogance can also be present in quiet ways too? As Pastor Mark teaches today, you'll learn that even our striving to serve God can be a form of arrogance. It's true! Anything that we do that we think is more sufficient than the blood of God's own Son is arrogance! The sacrifice of Jesus was enough. It IS sufficient to cover your sins and is EFFICIENT for the whole world! Pastor Mark reminds us to accept Christ – not reject Him. It's available without hu...2023-01-0426 minCome To The TableMatthew 15:21-39 Have you ever experienced the kind of desperation that Pastor Mark is talking about here? Maybe you've been in a spot where you didn't know how you were gonna pay your bills that were due. Maybe you were in a relationship that was falling apart and seemed hopeless. Pastor Mark Teaches us in today's message, that God sometimes allows us to experience times of desperation so that we'll see how much we need Him. Imagine being out in a hot dry desert, wouldn't you give anything to get just, one single drop of water? You need water to live...2022-11-2926 minCome To The TableMatthew 14:1-21 Pastor Mark makes a good point here, what are you filling you're living with? Are you filling it with the passing pleasures of this world? Or are you filling your soul with the eternal goodness of God? Do you live only to feed your flesh for the moment? Or do you feed your spirit with the bread from heaven that will satisfy you forever? In today's message, Pastor Mark teaches us about two feasts that took place. One was in a palace filled with every delicacy and luxury that you could imagine, but it was also full of wickedness...2022-11-2226 minCome To The TableMarriage, Divorce and Children Have you ever felt like God couldn’t possibly want to help you because you don’t have enough faith? In today’s message, Pastor Mark compares us to Lazarus; the man Jesus brought back to life. Pretty hard to have faith when you’re dead, right? So why would Jesus heal a man who couldn’t show him respect? Jesus healed Lazarus because others had faith in Jesus. What Pastor Mark says about this is that sometimes you just can’t have faith, but that doesn’t mean nobody else can, right? If you’re at a point where you can’t...2022-10-1326 minCome To The TableIt’s the Honest Truth “I swear…” in other words; “I promise” or “I guarantee” – you’ve probably said one at some point. In today’s message, Pastor Mark speaks about what it truly means to swear on something. Whether it be sworn on your heart, your mother’s grave, or even your life itself! Pastor Mark showcases old rabbis, who would constantly swear on behalf of the Bible, even if they were either wrong, or downright lying! What does it show for the thing you swear on if you’re wrong? If you swear on the Bible, then go on to tell a complete lie, or even ju...2022-09-2126 minCome To The TableFinishing Well Pastor Mark has been following Paul through his missionary journeys in the book of Acts, but now Paul is in chains on his way to Rome for a trial. And not only that but he’s been shipwrecked and bitten by a snake! He was in the middle of a trial when things just seemed to keep getting darker. In every dark and frightening step of the way, God was taking care of Paul. Pastor Mark is here to remind you and me today that no matter how dark and frightening life may seem, God is still the one in...2022-08-2926 minCome To The TableThe Safest Place to Be After Paul’s ship was wrecked in a giant storm, he and everyone else on the ship made it safely to an island. Pastor Mark is going to show us today that the island’s name meant, “honey.” The island was a sweet place of refuge after the storm. Pastor Mark reminds us today that God allows the storms in our lives to help us grow, but that after the bitterness of the storm, He also wants to restore us. Are you going through a storm today? Keep holding on to Jesus. Keep holding on to hope. God hasn’t left you...2022-08-2426 minCome To The TableWeathering the Storm There are different kinds of storms. Some of them God allows to come in order to refine and grow us. Some of them simply result from living in a broken world. And some of them we cause for ourselves. Pastor Mark asks the question today, are you in a storm that you’ve caused by your own sinful behavior? There is only one answer for escaping the storms you’ve caused yourself. Repent and run back to Jesus! The storm is God getting your attention and calling you to him. Pastor Mark is here to remind you today that when...2022-08-2326 minCome To The TableThe Reasonable Gospel Pastor Mark brings up a really great point today about how much of the Bible we choose to believe. When a person picks and chooses which parts to believe or not believe, it makes the entirety unbelievable. When you choose which parts of Jesus you like and others that you don’t, you erode the truth. So when it comes to scripture, take it all! When you take every part of scripture you don’t have to wonder if it’s reliable or trustworthy. You don’t have to wonder if Jesus is reliable. So, let’s dive into scripture...2022-08-1926 minCome To The TableThe Reasonable Gospel Is your God too small? Pastor Mark points out today that we can say we believe in the God of the bible but still forget how great and awesome he truly is. You might believe pretty easily for the small stuff—the headaches of life. But what about when it gets big? Pastor Mark is going to show you today that a headache and a life-threatening illness both answer to the same God. They both answer to the great and awesome and powerful God of the Bible. So, when we face big trials, big questions, and big struggles, we ca...2022-08-1826 minCome To The TableGod’s Not Done Yet Pastor Mark is sharing a story of the days right after his conversion when he ended up spending time in jail because of crimes he committed before he came to know Christ. Most people would look at jail time as a horrible event, but Pastor Mark followed the example of Paul and used the time to worship. What are you facing right now? Pastor Mark was facing jail time and he used it to worship and lead people to Christ. No matter what you’re facing, God can and will use it for his glory. He will use it fo...2022-08-1126 minCome To The TableThrowing Pearls to Swine Pastor Mark is continuing through the book of Acts today. Paul is speaking before the governing bodies and begins his speech with “I have a good conscience before God.” Hearing this begs the question, do you have a good conscience before God? Pastor Mark is going to show us from scripture how a good conscience is essential to ministry. So, stop for a moment and do some self-evaluation. Has your ministry been effective? If not, is there something you’re trying to hide that’s holding you back? The great news is that God is always standing ready to forgive...2022-08-0826 minCome To The TableThe Evangelistic Testimony Pastor Mark is diving into Paul’s testimony he shared with the Jews, and he’s going to show you the strategies that Paul used! If you’ve ever shied away from sharing your story with someone else, this is the message for you! Paul was sharing with a hostile crowd in today’s passage, but he skillfully finds the common ground. There is immense power in sharing your story, and Pastor Mark is going to show you how to share more effectively and fearlessly today! Think about the person you’ve been too shy to tell your story to. What d...2022-08-0426 minCome To The TableThe Power of a Testimony The church is one! Today Pastor Mark is diving into the conflict in the early church between Jew and Gentile. The Jewish believers felt that the Gentiles needed to follow the entire law in order to be followers of Christ, but that’s not how it is. God made a way for each of us to be in a relationship with him without the barrier of the law. When Jesus died and was raised to life again, he paved the way for us. We can’t add anything or take away anything from salvation—it comes only through faith in Chr...2022-08-0326 minCome To The TableThe Power of a Testimony When your eyes are opened and you come to understand the mystery of the gospel, all you want to do is share it with the people around you. In this teaching, Pastor Mark talks about our testimonies and the power that they hold. But they won’t always be received instantly, the way we would want them to be. Sometimes people will think you’re crazy, just like Pastor Mark! But it’s ok! Get out there and tell your story. As we will see in the rest of the message, there’s great power in telling others our story of...2022-08-0226 minCome To The TableA Spirit Driven Life As in all things, there are seasons in ministry. Pastor Mark is going to talk about the seasons of ministry as they relate to parenting in part of today’s message. Phillip was one of the guys who was chosen to lead the church in the role of deacon. He was active in leadership and was even the one who was moved by the Spirit to the road where the Ethiopian traveled. But as Pastor Mark shows us, later he had daughters at home. He’s no longer popping through space to do ministry. His ministry has changed because of h...2022-08-0126 minCome To The TableA Spirit Driven Life Pastor Mark is talking about what it means to raise your children up within the kingdom of God today. It takes a lot of effort to show them the way! At the end of your day, you can make the choice to kick back and put your feet up. You can zone out to your favorite tv show. Or you can invest in the lives of your kids. Pastor Mark is going to show you today that it’s worth putting off relaxation. It’s worth missing a show. It’s worth staying awake an hour longer! Everything that you in...2022-07-2926 minCome To The TableDiligent to Serve God knows you. He sees and knows everything, so if there’s one thing he can handle, it’s the truth! Pastor Mark reminds us today that we can bring the truth to God, no matter what it is. And when we bring the truth—that we aren’t as into the things of God as we would like to be—he can do his work in us. He can take our apathy and turn it into a hotly burning fire for his word. you used to be, take Pastor Mark’s advice today and bring that truth to God! Let him...2022-07-2226 minCome To The TableA Commotion for Jesus Pastor Mark is encouraging you to make a scene today – well, kind of…he wants you to make a commotion for Jesus! But – before you go out in the street whooping and hollering, pause and listen to today’s message. There’s a right way and a wrong way to go about it. Pastor Mark will share how important it is today to know that there’s an enemy of faith – Satan – and he’s going to do his best to thwart everything you do for Jesus. Know that upfront – whatever you do for the Lord is going to be known by Satan! B...2022-07-1926 minCome To The TableMore Noble Minded In a world where every person’s opinion is the final word, your opinion as a Christian isn’t going to change anyone’s mind. Your opinion is powerless. But we have been given words with power in them! Today Pastor Mark shares that the words of scripture have an authority that cannot be fully denied or ignored. When you stand on the word of God, the power of God that is living and active in his word cannot be denied. So we need to know our scripture! Get into the book and start tapping into the power that comes...2022-06-2826 minCome To The TableDemonic Tactics and Opposition Pastor Mark is teaching about the enemy today. It’s important to know our enemy so we can know where and what the fight is. We need to know our enemy is real and begin to understand his tactics so that we can be effective warriors for the kingdom. Like Pastor Mark says, if we don’t believe the enemy exists and understand his battle plan, we are going to be sitting ducks! Listen in today for the game plan. You’ll learn who the enemy is and how he works. You’ll learn all about the players he’s got on h...2022-06-2126 minCome To The TableUnity and Division Pastor Mark brings good news today for anybody who has ever been confused or discouraged. And the good news is that no matter whether we understand what God is doing in our lives or not, God is, in fact, doing things in our lives! And God has known since before the earth was created what the plan was for you! So as Pastor Mark says, you can relax today. No matter how confusing your life may be, God has a plan that you can trust. You can rest on his plan for your life because he loves you with...2022-06-1326 minCome To The TableMeeting People Where They Are It’s so much easier to focus on the love God has for his people, but Pastor Mark brings up the other side of God’s character today. God is not only a God of love, He is also a God of justice! Love is not love without justice to back it up. But God’s love is not wimpy and halfhearted. His justice equals his love. So when Pastor Mark talks about the justice of God and the need to evaluate ourselves as Christian Americans, it’s a serious call to repentance. It’s time to get our heads back...2022-05-3126 minCome To The TableGetting a New Assignment Pastor Mark says the best way to have direction for your life is to minister to the Lord. It’s an ongoing conversation between you and the creator of the universe. Offer him yourself, offer him your praise. When you face big decisions spending time with the Lord opens up the avenue for him to speak to you and guide you. Pastor Mark says the best way to have direction for your life is to minister to the Lord. It’s an ongoing conversation between you and the creator of the universe. Offer him yourself, offer him your praise. When...2022-05-2526 minCome To The TableTearing Down Walls - Part I Pastor Mark goes after tradition today. But it’s not just for the sake of bucking tradition! It’s in the interest of the freedom of following Jesus. When our traditions get in the way of what God wants to do, we aren’t living in the freedom he gave us. Pastor Mark will show us today that God longs to make us free from the traditions that are holding us back from being fully effective for him. Ask him today which of your traditions are moving you and those around you closer to Jesus and which ones might be hol...2022-05-0926 minCome To The TableA Word of Faith Pastor Mark tells us today that we have to be out and doing things for the Lord in order for him to use us. If we stay at home, safe inside our comfort zones, there’s no way for God to use us for his glory. Do you want to see God use you in mighty ways? When’s the last time you stepped out to do something for him? Pastor Mark tells us that Paul is out doing things for the Lord. He’s teaching people about Jesus, and God is about to use him in a mighty way. I...2022-05-0526 minCome To The TableBuilding Blocks of the Church There are two kinds of fear. There’s the fear that is based in this world. It expresses itself as fear of tomorrow, fear of failure, fear of danger, or fear of looking foolish among other things. The other kind of fear is what Pastor Mark calls “godly fear.” When we think of godly fear it’s the honor and reverence of the creator and judge of the universe. It’s understanding that our lives are held in his hand and that one day we will meet him face to face and answer for the way we used our lives. Tod...2022-03-3126 minCome To The TableBuilding Blocks of the Church Communion reminds us of the work Jesus did on the cross. His body was broken for us and his blood was spilled for us. Pastor Mark shows us today that remembering the work Jesus did helps us remember also to love each other as he told us to love. All love comes from God. God first loved you and sent his Son to die for you. All the love in you is in response to that love. So when you remind yourself of the love of God, you can also remember to love others with the love of God...2022-03-3026 minCome To The TableDoing the Father’s Business in the Power of the Spirit The first question Pastor Mark asks today is are you about the Father’s business? Are you doing the things you want to do or the things he has called you to do? And the next question is if you are about the Father’s business, are you doing it in his way and his timing? Or are you racing ahead or falling behind? Pastor Mark reminds us today that when we do our own thing or even the Father’s thing but on our timeline, we often end up falling flat on our faces. Take a moment today and lo...2022-03-2226 minCome To The TableGod’s Requirements for Building and His Reward for Obedience Pastor Mark gives some unique details today about the tabernacle – the temporary and mobile place of worship that was set up for the Israelites. It was God’s dwelling place among them – a place of worship and sacrifice and renewal. It was created by men but with God’s instructions…and those instructions are incredibly detailed! Today’s message may seem tedious, but, as you heard Pastor Mark say a moment ago, it all has a purpose! God didn’t inspire His Word for no reason. He has a motive behind the Scripture, behind the list of materials and the long genea...2022-03-1526 minCome To The TableGod’s Requirements for Building and His Reward for Obedience Have you ever been in one of those awkward services where they’re asking for a “free will” offering – but they don’t stop asking? You might find yourself feeling guilty if you don’t give. But are you REQUIRED to give in those situations? Of course not, and Pastor Mark will be telling you why today. Pastor Mark talks about the difference between tithes and offerings today, and what it looks like to give “freely”. It’s not something required at all – it’s simply a response to the goodness of God. If the Holy Spirit prompts you to give, then do so ob...2022-03-1426 minCome To The TableGod’s Requirements for Building and His Reward for Obedience Today Pastor Mark will be touching on a bit of a sore subject…tithing. Anytime money is mentioned, opinions and feelings instantly flare, don’t they? But don’t go into this message expecting to have someone tell you that you HAVE to give to the church – not at all! Pastor Mark will simply be laying out what Scripture has to say about giving, and what that means for you as an individual follower of Jesus. Pastor Mark will be reminding you that giving to the Lord – either financially or with your time and energy – is to be done in response...2022-03-1126 minCome To The TableKnowing Our God and Renewing the Covenant There are two ways to read the Bible when you think about it. You can read it to see what God has to say, or you can read it to justify what you say. Pastor Mark will talk today about the dangers of using it for the latter part of that. But – you see this happen frequently! You see it with politicians, trying to support their policies. You see it on social media and in conversations with both Christians and non-Christians. But what if, instead, we looked to the Bible to find out what God has to say, and th...2022-03-0326 minCome To The TableFully Submerged In today’s message, Pastor Mark will continue to talk through the garments of the priests, the sacrifices at the tabernacle, and much more about the specifics of how the Israelites were to worship the Lord. These specifics may not be things we practice today, but the principles of worship established in these chapters of Exodus are still applicable. One principle is what Pastor Mark just described – God wants you to spend time with Him ALWAYS. Are you making space in your day for the Lord? Is it simply a quick prayer now and then, when you have a seco...2022-02-2326 minCome To The TableHeavenly Details You may find parts of the Bible tedious, and…well, boring. Today’s message covers a passage that many would say is exactly that! But – as you’ll learn from Pastor Mark – the details of the tabernacle are anything but boring! In fact, there’s a lot we can learn simply from the individual pieces being described here in the book of Exodus! Pastor Mark will be detailing the furniture of the tabernacle today, painting a picture not only of this place of worship but of the place we will know one day as well – Heaven! The tabernacle is a mirror of ou...2022-02-1826 minCome To The TableHeavenly Details The Bible tells us something you may find profound – there’s only one way into Heaven. There are plenty of arguments people will put up to refute this, but Scripture is clear – Jesus is the only option. Nothing you can do will be good enough! Today Pastor Mark will be describing the Tabernacle, something God asked the Israelites to build that would be a place of worship. There were very detailed specifications for this space – and as Pastor Mark will share, it’s a picture of Heaven! Getting into the tabernacle could only be done through one door – the same as gett...2022-02-1726 minCome To The TableNational Laws, National Promises Do you know who Pastor Mark was just talking about? Today he’ll share about the “Angel of the Lord”. Many scholars have studied and come to an interesting conclusion – this angel of the Lord is actually Jesus! You may think Jesus only came on the scene in the New Testament, but He’s been there since the beginning! He IS God, after all! This may all be confusing to you, so stay tuned – Pastor Mark will explain this more in his message today. You’ll learn about Jesus’ involvement throughout the Bible as you continue to read it too – He’s found...2022-02-1026 minCome To The TableAltars and Servants It’s easy to look at some of these bizarre laws in the Old Testament and wonder what God was thinking or wonder if He condones some of the things you learn elsewhere are sinful. But Pastor Mark has a different take on these odd topics, especially with how it relates to women. Pastor Mark reminds you that the people of Israel were living very much in the world of the Egyptians – absorbing and participating in their social norms. They didn’t know better – but that didn’t mean it was ok. God didn’t agree with the way they lived –...2022-02-0426 minCome To The TableThe Blessing of Delegation and Church Authority Pastor Mark will take you on a quick recap of Moses’s journey on today’s edition of Come To The Table! He’ll remind you where Moses came from and what his first 40 years of life looked like. You’ll again follow Moses back into his time away from Egypt, another 40 years of learning and working, and beginning to discover his next steps in following the Lord. Pastor Mark will also remind you that walking with God will likely include some sacrifices – some painful moments that you need to endure. It’s all for God’s glory and your growth –...2022-01-2626 minCome To The TableGrumbling Against the Lord People come to Jesus from all walks of life – you may have learned about him at an early age, or you may be brand new to faith today. You may have a rocky back story, or maybe you were basically good but missing something…whatever your story, there’s been a change in your lifestyle! Pastor Mark will be addressing the goodness of God today. He’ll be reminding you where the Israelites have been and what they were rescued from. Their lives were completely changed! Pastor Mark will also give you a glimpse of how God planned to provide...2022-01-1426 minCome To The TableGrumbling Against the Lord We’ve all got someone who just drives us up a wall – and I’ll bet someone just popped into your mind! Well, what Pastor Mark just said is true – God has placed the person or people in your life for a reason! It’s tough to think of it that way, isn’t it? You’d rather blame them for your bad mood or for circumstances not going right. It’s a heart condition we all must work on. Now, Pastor Mark’s not going to leave you hanging today on what to do about these not-so-easy-to-love people – he’ll give you some...2022-01-1326 minCome To The TableRejoicing at God’s Victory Over Our Enemies The parallels between the Old and New Testaments continue today as Pastor Mark teaches from Exodus 15. God is leading His people, the Israelites, to a promised place. He’s sent someone to rescue them – Moses – and now is preparing a home for them, a land where their needs will be met, and they will thrive. What a beautiful picture of His plans for all of humanity! Pastor Mark will remind you of the Savior God sent to rescue us – Jesus, His own son. And that rescuer has gone to prepare a place for us to live in eternity with Him if w...2022-01-0726 minCome To The TableThe 9th Plague -- Total Darkness Have you ever had someone tell you to be less religious? You can have your beliefs, but just keep it to yourself – that’s for you, not for me. Well, as you’ll find out throughout the Bible and in today’s study, that’s not how God operates! God wants EVERYONE to have a chance at a new life, a forgiven life. One that doesn’t rely on what YOU can do, but on what God already did for you. Today Pastor Mark will encourage you toward this type of life if you haven’t yet met Jesus personally. An...2021-12-2226 minCome To The TableThe Plague of Hail Pastor Mark tells you today that one day, every person who has ever lived will have to stand before the Lord. They’ll see God face to face, and it will be too late to make a decision to be saved by grace. At that point, no one will have an excuse. So, what does that mean for you? If you have already given your life to Christ, you’re saved. Now – go tell others about Him! And if you’ve been holding out, waiting to believe in the Lord, then it’s time for you to wake up. You won’t...2021-12-1626 minCome To The TableGod Establishes His Authority What is God asking you to do today? Is it something brand new, or has He been asking for a while? Today Pastor Mark shares some explanations Moses gave when God asked him to help free Israel from slavery – and it wasn’t the first time Moses used these same tired excuses! As you continue to grow in your faith and follow the Lord, you will be asked to do something – and it might be well outside your comfort zone. Pastor Mark reminds you today that God knows what He’s doing – He knows what He’s asking of you! He’ll h...2021-12-0226 minCome To The TableLet My People Go! Have you been praying for a friend or family member to come to the Lord, but it seems like nothing’s happening? Well today, Pastor Mark will encourage you through his message to keep praying! Keep asking the Lord to get them away from Satan and to reveal Himself to them. It’s a bold prayer, but one that’s worth the effort. Moses is embarking on an epic battle for the lives of the Israelites – a battle that Pastor Mark shares is a picture of God versus Satan. God wants everyone to experience freedom. Some choose not to be free...2021-11-2326 minCome To The TableA Fear of the Supernatural There’s a possibility that not everyone you tell about Jesus will accept Him. In fact, it’s possible many will completely reject Him! As Pastor Mark will tell you today, this isn’t a surprise to the Lord – and it doesn’t mean you should stop telling people the good news of the Gospel. As you continue to study the book of Exodus with Pastor Mark, you’ll discover just how difficult it was for Moses to get his point across. He had the truth on his side, and even more – GOD on his side! Yet Pharoah refused to see comply...2021-11-0926 minCome To The TableGod’s Message of Hope in the Midst of Oppression The children of Israel were certainly blessed – God’s favor was upon them, even when they were among their enemies. As Pastor Mark will share in his message today, God provided all they needed from the hands of the people oppressing them. God would continue to show favor to His people as they traveled toward the place He had promised them. Even in their disobedience, God provided all they needed. Pastor Mark will encourage you to seek the same from the Lord. Don’t be afraid to ask Him for provision and for favor in difficult circumstances God knows what y...2021-11-0526 minCome To The TableThe Gentle Comforts of God There’s something you need to know about doing good for the glory of God – the enemy hates it. Pastor Mark gives you a great example of this today and will continue to as you study the book of Exodus. The enemy of God, Satan, wants nothing more than to stand in the way of people hearing the truth. Now, knowing that Satan will oppose you ministering to others may scare you, but Pastor Mark needs you to know something – you’re not alone. God is ALWAYS with you as you serve Him, and He’s fighting for you! You can tu...2021-10-2126 minCome To The TableThe Gentle Comforts of God Wouldn’t it be easy if everyone took you at your word, just because you actually knew what you were talking about? Knowledge is powerful, and it’s helpful in many situations. But, as Pastor Mark will share today, it means nothing if not delivered in a loving and gentle manner. You’re going to meet people in this world who are obviously sinful. And as a follower of Christ, you’ll know what’s wrong with them! But how far are you going to get by simply telling them the error of their ways? They probably already know! Pastor Mar...2021-10-2026 minCome To The TableIn His Time If you’re going through something right now, today’s message has some hope to provide. Pastor Mark will talk with you about ways God might be preparing you for a unique ministry. You’re in boot camp – training for the way in which God will be using you to bless someone else’s life! It’s not easy to go through a difficult situation. It doesn’t matter what it is – the hard times can seem endless and pointless. But Pastor Mark will be encouraging you to remember God’s faithfulness and to cling to it in the trials. Don’t forg...2021-10-1526 minCome To The TableGod Sends a Deliverer When you hear the word “slavery”, you likely think of people oppressing other people – but can you be enslaved to other things? Pastor Mark says yes – he’ll share how anyone can easily become a slave to surroundings, to things and status, and especially to addiction. But – don’t lose hope just yet. Pastor Mark will be talking today about Israel’s enslavement and their need for a deliverer. You need a deliverer too – and you have one! Jesus came to save everyone from what’s put you in chains – sin. He’s rescued many already, and He can rescue you too. Today yo...2021-10-1226 minCome To The TableSatan’s Persecution of God’s People Satan doesn’t like God winning – he’s the enemy of faith, after all. Satan wants to stop people from hearing about salvation in Jesus, and if they do give their lives to Christ, he still gets in the way of growth. But this isn’t a new phenomenon – this enemy has been on the warpath from the very beginning! Pastor Mark is continuing his introduction of the book of Exodus today, a book that details how the people of Israel have run right up against Satan. They are God’s people – so Satan continues to push against their ability to thr...2021-10-0626 minCome To The TableSatan’s Persecution of God’s People Today, Pastor Mark begins a study in the book of Exodus, the second book of the Bible and one of the books of law. Now, you may look at this book and think it’s outdated – it’s useless because Jesus came and fulfilled the law already! Why would you even want to look at it? The law of the Lord is STILL so valuable to every person – but not because it will save you. It’s important because it reveals how God desires His children to live! Pastor Mark will explain how God’s perfect law is still applicable t...2021-10-0526 minCome To The TableThe 144,000 God gives His Children a spiritual insight that this world lacks. Through His Word, He has warned us of the tactics that the enemy will use to fool people. Lately, reading the headlines can feel like reading straight out of the book of Revelation, but the world will call you crazy if you try to point that out. As Pastor Mark will explain in this teaching, the signs of the times are undeniable. The stage is set for a one-world government and digital tracking that could easily morph into a mark of the Beast. It’s time for us to...2021-08-1726 minCome To The TableThe First Six Seals When the Antichrist comes, even many Christians may have to take a closer look before realizing who he is. He isn’t going to be reviled in our world. He won’t seem evil. Many people might see him as an answer to prayer. He’ll come at a time when we’re all desperate and looking for someone to unite and save mankind. As Pastor Mark will point out in this teaching, while the coronavirus pandemic may not have been a specific fulfillment of End Times prophecy, it has brought our world much closer to the conditions necessary for the...2021-08-1326 minCome To The TableThe Oneness of God It's mind-boggling to fathom that Jesus is both fully human and fully God, not to mention the amount of love and grace He has for us. In today's message, Pastor Mark will teach us about the coming judgment when Jesus will judge the living and the dead. We will all stand before Him, but what will our judgment be? Let's find out as Pastor Mark explains how our choices impact our coming judgment. 2020-10-2126 min