Hello Transformers,
Today, we resume our new message series, "The Way: The Book of Mark." Our message today focuses on Mark 1:40-45; 2:1-17. Last week, we introduced John the Baptist and unpacked the early themes of the Gospel. We look at the purpose of John the Baptist and how the message of Jesus shifted when John the Baptist was incarcerated.
The Gospel of the Kingdom is introduced, and Jesus' radical message is fully displayed. His willingness and compassion to heal lepers was mind-blowing to everyone. He demonstrated what it looks like to love the unlovable. He then heals a lame person lowered through a ceiling on a mat, befriends a tax collector, Matthew-Levi, and invites him to join him and the disciples in their revolution of fishing for people.
Here are the two links referenced for viewing during the message:
- Castaway Scene With Tom Hanks and Wilson: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaQa4ttIyNo
- Cindy Lou Who and Grinch Scene With Jim Carry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBmNcy4zZNU
Irrespective of your faith tradition, beliefs, culture, race, past, identity, politics, age, differing abilities, or present circumstances, we extend a warm invitation to our Jesus-centered community. Here, everyone is not just accepted but embraced with love and healing.
Regardless of your doubts, questions, or challenges about God and spirituality, the journey to discover the truth about a Jesus-looking God can lead to a profound and compelling spiritual awakening. This awakening can potentially transform your life in ways that may seem unimaginable.
Our primary mission is to journey with you, guiding you to embrace a Jesus-centered life. In this journey, we recognize that your unique contributions are not just significant but vital to our shared mission with Christian churches worldwide as we strive to transform the world.
Peace in Christ,
Team Transformation
