1 Peter 2:2-3 Like newborn infants, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up into salvation— if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good. Spiritual regeneration means a change in our taste. Here is Pastor Mark Driscoll explaining this using the analogy of black licorice and red licorice…
Pastor Mark Driscoll preached a sermon series throught the book of Song of Solomon, and here is a clip from his first message “Let His Kiss Me.” In an introduction, he details the sexual sin that saturates our culture. Sex can be viewed as either a god, as gross, or as a gift. The Bible teaches … More Drinking Toilet Water
The following are notes taken from Pastor Mark Driscoll’s sermon, “Trial and Scripture” from 1 Peter 1:10-12 “As Peter continues to encourage believers in the midst of trial, he reminds us that the Scriptures were written in anticipation of the coming of Christ, but we have seen the Scriptures fulfilled in Jesus. Therefore, we should be … More Mark Driscoll- TRIAL and Scripture
As we come to 1 & 2 Peter, I would like to make you aware of a great resource for your study and encouragement. Pastor Mark Driscoll, of Mars Hill Church Seattle, has a recent sermon series, “TRIAL,” on 1 & 2 Peter that is available completely free online at http://www.8witnesses.com/ For a previous post, … More TRIAL
Notes on Pastor Mark Driscoll’s message on 1 Peter 1:3-9 Born Again to a Living Hope 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 to an … More “Trial and Jesus” Sermon Notes
Nehemiah 11:2 And the people blessed all the men who willingly offered to live in Jerusalem. We have been reading in Nehemiah how the city of Jerusalem and its walls were being rebuilt, and how the people were turning back to God and renewing their covenant with Him. Today, we read how the people decided WHO … More Urban and Missional
In the passage for today, Luke 6:37-42, we read Jesus’ statements on judging others, including Why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? 42 How can you say to your brother, ‘Brother, let me take out the speck that is in … More Was Jesus funny?
At the Desiring God 2008 National Conference, Mark Driscoll spoke on “How Sharp the Edge? Christ, Controversy, and Cutting Words”. Here are some of his comments. (These are notes taken during the session, not a manuscript.) Shoot the wolves. These are false teachers. Martin Luther says, “With the wolves you cannot be too severe. With the … More Woes to the Wolves
Mark Driscoll, of Mars Hill Church Seattle, talks about Jesus’ sense of humor. Of particular interest to our read-through-the Bible is his reference to Jesus’ comments in Matthew 19 about fitting a camel through the eye of a needle. (you can see that part of this clip at about 8:30) Enjoy! Laugh!
Jacob Marries Rachel Leah and Rachel! Key verse—Genesis 29:20 “So Jacob served seven years to get Rachel, but they seemed like only a few days to him because of his love for her.” Mark Driscoll, of Mars Hill Church, Seattle, WA writes this in his guide to Genesis that he prepared for his church during the sermon series … More Jacob Marries Rachel; NO, Leah and Rachel!
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