Today we begin an extended series on the gospel of Mark, a document that reveals the story of Jesus Christ and His first followers. Jesus stands at the very center of history’s stage. He has no equals; He has no peers. Let’s examine four aspects of this unique book.

I. The Presentation of Jesus (“The beginning”)

II. The Proclamation of Jesus (“The gospel”)

III. The Person of Jesus (“Jesus Christ the Son of God”)

IV. The Prediction of Jesus (“As it is written in the Prophets”)

Talk with God: Meditate on Ephesians 1:7 and spend time in worship thanking the Lord for His faithfulness to redeem.

Talk with others: Invite your friends and family to join you for Easter Sunrise service.

Talk with kids: How was Ahab disobedient, stubborn, and greedy?

I. Jesus People Grow

II. Jesus People Gather

III. Jesus People Give

IV. Jesus People Go

Talk with God: Ask the Lord to show you the areas of your life in which you can be a better reflection of Jesus.

Talk with others: Intentionally lift up the Jesus People around you and look for one practical way to come alongside someone walking through a difficult season this week.

Talk with kids: How do we know God hears us when we pray?

For our final study together in this Overlooked series, we examine five courageous women who faced a crisis with grace. As we unpack their bold response, we will see how it correlates to believers today as we relate to God, to others, and to our future.

I. The Crisis (v. 1)

II. The Courage (vv. 2-4)

III. The Confirmation (vv. 5-11)

IV. The Correlation

Talk with God: Ask the Lord to fill you with the courage to boldly face crises and dilemmas with faith and grace.

Talk with others: If you’re walking through a difficult season, reach out to your Connect Group and invite them to stand with you in prayer, encouragement, and support.

Talk with kids: Why were the kings of Israel considered evil?

Most of us have a hard time saying this man’s name, but Paul knew it well. He was a loyal friend to the apostle, especially in his darkest hour. In just three verses we find six characteristics of this wonderful man who’s been overlooked for far too long. If you have a friend like this, you’re blessed.

I. Refreshing

II. Repetitious

III. Risk-Taking

IV. Resolute

V. Renowned

VI. Rewarded

Talk with God: This week, take time to thank the Lord for the true friends He’s blessed you with, as you pray over their lives.

Talk with others: Ask your friends how you can come alongside them as “iron sharpens iron” (Proverbs 27:17) in their walk through this season of life.

Talk with kids: What is the wise way to live?