Mars Hill
Mars Hill Sunday Teachings - A Jesus people for the sake of the world.
521 episodes
latest
weekly cadence
English language
https://marshill.org/podcast-feed
Episodes
Reading the feed…
Mars Hill Sunday Teachings - A Jesus people for the sake of the world.
Reading the feed…
Deuteronomy 30:11-20
Number 21:4-9
Deuteronomy 6:4-9
During the confusing and contentious wilderness wanderings, the Israelites faced a leadership crisis. God's power was demonstrated through a simple piece of wood, and a generational memory [passed down to us] was formed to inspire and challenge those who would come later. Numbers 17:1-7 Questions to consider— Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus? Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?
What makes this night different from all other nights? This is the question posed by observant Jews regarding the celebration of the Passover in Exodus and Deuteronomy. This is the celebration of God's action that calls us [now in Christ] to depart from oppression, fear, and anxiety on our way to freedom and true rest in God. Deuteronomy 16: 1-8 Questions to consider— Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Je
God desires to communicate with humans in ways we can understand. The Day of Atonement highlights three pathways through which God speaks and avenues we can use to orient our lives toward thriving. Leviticus 23:26-32 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
Could it be that out of the fire of judgment upon these two Levitical priests, God is calling people to a new relationship? To stay in the long game of following Jesus? Leviticus 10: 1-3 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
More than just laws or even commands, these 10 words from God serve as relational promises. Encounter these gifts in a fresh way as we look at Exodus 20 in its context. Exodus 20: 1-4 Questions to consider— Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus? Outward [Service]: Who or where might God be calling me to care about more deeply and tangibly?
How do we respond in the face of a divine interruption? Moses' dialogue with God in Exodus 3 and 4 might provide an example of a healthy and honest way to discern one's next steps of obedience when God comes calling. Exodus 3:1-10 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
Genesis 22:1-5
We were made to partner with God in the stewarding and flourishing of creation: Being truly human, we recognize that we are not God and are certainly no less than human. Hear the call to surrender and true freedom. Genesis 1:26-2:3 Exodus 14:26-31 Questions to consider— Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
Isaiah 65:1-5
The Pentecost event: the giving of the Holy Spirit, birth of the Church, power from on high, and more. Amidst this is the story of regular people, empowered by the Spirit of God, who speak of the wonders of God in language their neighbors can understand. Could this be good news AND a challenge for us? Acts 2:1-12 Questions to consider— Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering? Outward [Service]: Who or where might God be calling me to care about more deeply and tangibly?
Jesus says to his disciples, "It is better for you that I go..." At first glance, the ascension of Jesus does not always feel like good news, and yet, it is full of unexpected hope and blessing! Acts 1: 1-11 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
The Psalmist invites us to have our lives revolve around one thing: seeking the presence of God. Being with God is the central call of our discipleship - not out of duty or performance - but joy! Psalm 27:1-8 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
"Christian" was not the language used initially by the early church to refer to one another. Instead, these first followers believed that a new reality was inaugurated in Jesus that enabled them [and us] to call one another brother and sister. Romans 8:12-17 Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering? Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering? Outward [Service]: Who or where might God be calling me to care about more deeply and tangibly?
In this transparent conversation, Delwin and Troy give a glimpse of the process that led to the decision for Delwin to transition off the Mars Hill staff. Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
In Jesus' life and death, seven key aspects of being in the world were demonstrated. These same attributes are put on display through those who have been raised with Christ. Colossians 3:1-4 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus? Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?
Mark 16:1-8
This significant episode in the life of Jesus demonstrates what it looks like to cooperate with the inbreaking of the kingdom of God. The woman does a beautiful thing and also embodies a beautiful way of being in the world as a faithful disciple. Mark 14:1-26 Questions to consider— Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus? Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?
Jesus cleanses the Temple from corrupt merchants and yet teaches them a new way to live. Jesus also calls himself the new and true Temple, inviting us to examine where our trust and true hope lie. Mark 11:1-11, 15-17; 13:1-31 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
In the final healing miracle in the book of Mark, we encounter a man named Bartimaeus. Many hold him up as a picture of a faithful disciple. This teaching invites us to imaginatively find ourselves in the story and listen for the compassionate voice of Jesus. Mark 10:46-52 Questions to consider— Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering? Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transfor
The Gospel of Mark takes a turn at the Transfiguration, and the hinge of the turning is the three teachings of Jesus about his impending death. It appears Jesus is looking to help the disciples prepare for and understand their own deaths, however, the death of self. Mark 10:32-45 Questions to consider— Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus? Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?
The transfiguration of Jesus is a profound event of glory and yet a mystery. Let's get curious about all the beautiful and challenging implications of this text! Mark 9:2-10 Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering? Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?
As the gospel of Mark progresses, the high expectations of the kingdom of God become more explicit. The story of this young man is the climax of these demands: everything must be submitted to the kingdom. And yet, as always, there remains good news alongside the challenge. Mark 10:17-31 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus? Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in
