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The Two Most Important Tasks in Life

June 19, 2020February 10, 2019 by Travis Agnew

Out of the 613 commandments in the Old Testament, some religious leaders wanted to know which one that Jesus thought was the most important. Not only did Jesus provide His top two commandments, but He summarized them all and gave His followers a simple direction for all of life. Mark 12:28-34 28 And one of the scribes came up and heard …

Is There Marriage in Heaven?

September 24, 2020February 3, 2019 by Travis Agnew

People wanted to know what Jesus believed about the status of marriage in heaven. Jesus emphasized that what we receive in heaven will be greater than what we take with us to heaven. Mark 12:18-27 18 And Sadducees came to him, who say that there is no resurrection. And they asked him a question, saying,19 “Teacher, Moses wrote for us that if …

In God We Trust

June 19, 2020January 27, 2019 by Travis Agnew

Trying to trap Jesus in His words, His enemies collaborated in an attempt to force Him to choose a side between God and government. Jesus’ response teaches us what our commitment to both should be. Mark 12:13-17 13 And they sent to him some of the Pharisees and some of the Herodians, to trap him in his talk. 14 And they came …

Neglecting the Spirit

June 19, 2020January 17, 2019 by Travis Agnew

If you read the New Testament, it seems as if the role of the Holy Spirit is critical for the daily life of the believers. Why then do we neglect His presence to our detriment? John 16:5-15 5 But now I am going to him who sent me, and none of you asks me, ‘Where are you going?’ 6 But because I …

Jesus Came to Turn Over Tables

June 19, 2020January 13, 2019 by Travis Agnew

As soon as Jesus made His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, He intentionally targeted the religious community. Followers of Jesus must continually evaluate if we are fulfilling the call He has placed upon us. Mark 11:1-25 11 Now when they drew near to Jerusalem, to Bethphage and Bethany, at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples 2 and said to …

Surrendered for Service

June 19, 2020January 6, 2019 by Travis Agnew

As Jesus attempted to prepare His disciples for His death, their priorities were severely misaligned with His. Jesus came to serve, and we should seek to give our lives away as well. Mark 10:32-52 “And they were on the road, going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was walking ahead of them. And they were amazed, and those who followed were afraid. …

When Riches Rob You of Jesus

June 19, 2020December 30, 2018 by Travis Agnew

A rich young man wanted to follow Jesus, but he loved his possessions too much. We must be careful that our riches don’t rob us of following Jesus. Mark 10:17-31 17 And as he was setting out on his journey, a man ran up and knelt before him and asked him, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit …

Start Acting Like a Child

June 19, 2020December 23, 2018 by Travis Agnew

In a time when people viewed children as distracting annoyances, Jesus intentionally prioritized them. Not only should we prioritize children, but we should start acting like them when it comes to the Kingdom of God. Mark 10:13-16 13 And they were bringing children to him that he might touch them, and the disciples rebuked them.14 But when Jesus saw it, he was …

What God Has Joined Together

June 19, 2020December 16, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Jesus was questioned regarding the nature of marriage and the opportunity for divorce. When an eternal God puts something together, it should last forever. Let Nothing Separate By determining what issues are worthy of divorce, many people attempt to discover a way out of their marriage. Due to the stubborn nature of people, God provided a civil manner through divorce …

Looking for Peace in All the Wrong Places

June 19, 2020December 9, 2018 by Travis Agnew

At Christmas time, people are searching for peace in all the wrong places. Christ has come not to bring us peace but to be our peace. Micah 5:1-5 Now muster your troops, O daughter of troops; siege is laid against us;with a rod they strike the judge of Israel on the cheek.2 But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among …

If You Play with Fire, Someone’s Gonna Get Burned

June 19, 2020December 2, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Jesus never categorized any sins as acceptable in the life of His followers. Playing with sin has severe repercussions for our lives and great consequences for those closest to us. Mark 9:42-50 42 “Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were hung around his neck …

When My Pride Is Disguised as Your Problem

June 19, 2020November 25, 2018 by Travis Agnew

As Jesus proceeded towards the cross, the disciples argued about who was the greatest and about who should be included. Until we address our pride, we will always see everyone else as the problem. Mark 9:30-41 30 They went on from there and passed through Galilee. And he did not want anyone to know, 31 for he was teaching his disciples, saying …

Three Horrible Words to Say to Jesus

June 19, 2020November 18, 2018 by Travis Agnew

When a man brought his son to Jesus for deliverance, he uttered three words that should never be used to address the Christ. When we approach Jesus in our need, He deserves complete faith in His ability. Mark 9:14-29 14 And when they came to the disciples, they saw a great crowd around them, and scribes arguing with them. 15 And immediately …

Wherever He Leads, I’ll Go

June 19, 2020November 4, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Jesus taught His disciples regarding the incompatible nature of following Him halfway. As He still calls us today, He is expecting us to abandon all this world has to offer for the greater treasure of knowing Him. Mark 8:34-9:1 34 And calling the crowd to him with his disciples, he said to them, “If anyone would come after me, let him …

Wiki God

June 19, 2020October 28, 2018 by Travis Agnew

While opinions of Jesus were rampant and varied, He desired to know whom His disciples believed Him to be. Peter’s initial response and subsequent reaction reveal our own desire to edit God when He doesn’t meet our expectations. Mark 8:27-33 27 And Jesus went on with his disciples to the villages of Caesarea Philippi. And on the way he asked his …

Devoted to the Word

June 19, 2020October 24, 2018 by Travis Agnew

As believers, we are called to be people committed to the Bible. If we want to grow in the Word, we must be devoted to the Word. Ezra 7:6-10 6 this Ezra went up from Babylonia. He was a scribe skilled in the Law of Moses that the Lord, the God of Israel, had given, and the king granted him all …

Spiritual Amnesia

June 19, 2020October 21, 2018 by Travis Agnew

For a second time, Jesus leads a faithless group of disciples to help feed a great crowd of hungry people. Failing to remember Jesus’ power in the past can cause us to question His ability in the present for our physical and spiritual needs. Mark 8:1-26 8 In those days, when again a great crowd had gathered, and they had nothing …

Jesus Does All Things [Astonishingly] Well

June 19, 2020October 14, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Jesus broke the status quo as He ministered to those who were on the fringes of society. Through His example, Jesus reminds us that no one is beyond deliverance. Mark 7:24-37 24 And from there he arose and went away to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And he entered a house and did not want anyone to know, yet he …

Don’t Treat the Symptoms of a Heart Problem

June 19, 2020October 7, 2018 by Travis Agnew

The legalists of Jesus’ day appeared godly on the outside but were actually ungodly on the inside. Jesus taught the importance of addressing one’s heart which is the root cause for all of our actions. Mark 7:14-23 14 And he called the people to him again and said to them, “Hear me, all of you, and understand: 15 There is nothing outside …

When Traditions Override Truth

June 19, 2020September 30, 2018 by Travis Agnew

The religious leaders valued their preferential traditions over God’s doctrinal truth. As followers of Jesus, we must ensure that we hold the Word of God as superior to the traditions of man. Mark 7:1-13 7 Now when the Pharisees gathered to him, with some of the scribes who had come from Jerusalem, 2 they saw that some of his disciples …

I AM in a Storm

June 19, 2020September 23, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Separated by chaotic elements, Jesus actually walked on water to reach the fearful in the boat and the needy on the shore. There is nothing so powerful that can hinder Jesus from meeting us in our most significant needs. Mark 6:45-56 45 Immediately he made his disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, to Bethsaida, while he dismissed …

Compassion Never Clocks Out

June 19, 2020September 16, 2018 by Travis Agnew

As ministry needs increased, Jesus sought solitude but was unable to obtain it due to His prioritizing of others’ needs ahead of His own. When Jesus fed the five thousand, He demonstrated the powerful principle that compassion can never clock out. Mark 6:30-44 30 The apostles returned to Jesus and told him all that they had done and taught.31 And he said …

The Christian’s Head on the Culture’s Platter

June 19, 2020September 9, 2018 by Travis Agnew

When John the Baptist spoke out against King Herod’s personal life, it cost him his life. Speaking the truth rarely guarantees receiving the culture’s acceptance or approval.

Jesus Can Handle Both the Urgent and the Inconvenient

June 19, 2020August 26, 2018 by Travis Agnew

As Jesus journeyed to help a life and death situation, He was interrupted by a smaller problem and yet was able to address both of them. Regardless of the size of our circumstances, Jesus is willing and able to come to our aid.

When Demons Are Tolerated and Jesus Is Rejected

June 19, 2020August 19, 2018 by Travis Agnew

When Jesus delivered a man from demonic possession, the people had less acceptance of the deliverer than they had for the demoniac. When Jesus threatens our comfort and affluence, we can seek to rid ourselves from His influence as well.

No Storm Is a Match for Jesus

June 19, 2020August 12, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Jesus slept through the storms that terrified the disciples. No situation is so great that Jesus can’t handle it.

The Kingdom of God Knows No Borders

June 19, 2020August 5, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Jesus taught parables to His disciples regarding how the Kingdom of God would grow. As His disciples, we should continue to do our part and watch God cause the growth.

Why Some People Don’t Get It

June 19, 2020July 29, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Jesus told a parable of a sower which taught how different people will respond to the gospel message. As we share the gospel with others, we must be mindful of the reasons why some people don’t get it.

When Your Family Hinders Your Discipleship

June 19, 2020July 22, 2018 by Travis Agnew

As Jesus’ influence increased, His family attempted to hinder His ministry. Jesus taught that sometimes doing the will of God will incur the opposition of your physical family and secure the support of your spiritual family.

What’s the Unforgivable Sin?

June 19, 2020July 15, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Jesus taught that there is a specific sin that is unforgivable by God. What is that sin and how do we avoid it?

The Mission [Fuge 2018 Louisville]

June 19, 2020July 13, 2018 by Travis Agnew

I had the privilege to serve as the camp pastor at the Fuge Camp at Southern Seminary in Louisville on July 9-13, 2018. Here is the outline of the sermons I preached. Pray these notes drive you to reflect on the truths of God’s Word as it propels us to His mission!

The Disciple’s Job Description

June 19, 2020July 8, 2018 by Travis Agnew

As the crowds increased around Jesus, He intentionally drew closer to fewer people as He appointed twelve disciples to be His apostles. As Jesus called the original Twelve to specific tasks, He calls us to follow Him in the same way today.

It’s Always the Right Time to Do the Right Thing

June 19, 2020July 1, 2018 by Travis Agnew

Religious leaders opposed Jesus while He was doing good on the Sabbath day because it broke their manmade rules. The follower of Jesus must realize that it’s always the right time to do the right thing.

The Mission [Fuge 2018 North Greenville]

June 19, 2020June 30, 2018 by Travis Agnew

I had the privilege to serve as the camp pastor at the Fuge Combo Camp at North Greenville University on June 25-30, 2018. Here is the outline of the sermons I preached. Pray these notes drive you to reflect on the truths of God’s Word as it propels us to His mission!

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