A Teacher Worth Listening To

As Jesus’ ministry goes public (Mark 1:21-28), it’s clear that his teaching and healing go hand in hand. Unlike the religious scribes, Jesus teaches for transformation, not just information. He proves this as he casts out the unclean spirit (Mark 1:25-26). Jesus has come to set you and me free from all powers that have control over us that are not of God. Is there an arena of life where Jesus’ teaching is just information? What would it look like to invite Jesus’ transformation into that habit, relationship, attitude, or problem? If you missed yesterday’s messages, listen to it here or watch the entire service on our YouTube channel.

Yours for Christ, 

Pastor Steve

steve@clpc.org

Just Do It

We learned yesterday that saying ‘yes’ to Jesus involves being still and listening, but it also involves responsive action and obedience. Just like the boy Samuel was told by Eli to “Go, lie down … and say, ‘Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening’” (1 Samuel 3:8), sometimes the best way to say “yes” is to stop what we’re doing and listen. However, saying ‘yes’ to Jesus also means taking action, without hesitation, just like Simon, Andrew, James, and John do in Mark 1:16-20. They respond to Jesus immediately. God is not served with thoughtless, impulsive reaction. But neither is God honored with stall tactics and excuses. Is the Holy Spirit nudging you today? Is it time to take action and say “yes” to Jesus today? 

If you missed yesterday’s messages, listen to it here or watch the entire service on our YouTube channel. 

Pastor Steve

Yours for Christ, 

steve@clpc.org