In our Gospel reading from Mark 1:14-20, Jesus begins His public ministry with a signature message: “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.” The coming of God’s kingdom to earth in the person of Jesus is the best news ever (the word “gospel” means “good news”). And that news calls from us a new way to think and to live – “repent” is a word that describes a turn or a change of mind. In what ways are things different because Jesus is here to bring God’s kingdom? Today’s message is “Good News that Changes You,” based on Mark 1:14-20.
8:00 Traditional Service
10:27 Contemporary Service
Scripture quotations are taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE ®, Copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1977, 1995, 2020 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
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“O Christ, Who Called the Twelve,” text © 1993 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission. LSB Hymn License #100012403.
“Jesus Has Come and Brings Pleasure,” text © 1982 Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. LSB Hymn License #100012403.
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