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Jesus invests his apostles with power and sends them out to spread his gospel. Mark highlights the growing opposition facing Jesus and his followers by recounting the death of John the Baptist. Even in the face of great danger, Jesus will be undaunted in his Father’s mission. 1. Partners in the gospel (vs. 6b-7) a. Specific instructions (vs. 8-11) b. Powerful ministry (vs. 12-13) 2. Sin is real (vs. 14-16) a. People are messy (vs. 17-20) b. People are weak (vs. 21-29) 3. Be prepared and move forward (v. 30) SONGS Overcome #7067561 by C Brown, M Brock, and S Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing Build My Life #7070345 by B Younker, K Martin, K Kable, M Redman, & P Barrett © Said And Done Music God I Look To You #5858163 by J Johnson 2010 Bethel Music Over All I Know #7105439 by A Rozier, J Ingram, and J Cates All Essential Music

We cannot force fruitfulness out of our own efforts. All we can do is create an healthy environment where the miracle of life and growth can happen. Living things grow, multiply & bear fruit. Bearing fruit is a requirement for disciples of Jesus. Fruit is born out of an environment of intimacy. 1. Intimacy with God (John 15:5) 2. Intimacy with the family of God (John 13:35) 3. Intimacy with lost people (John 17:15-18) SONGS: All The Earth #7035179 by A Rozier, J Ingram, J Smith, and M Andrews 2014 © Word Music, LLC Faithful To The End #7054172 by B Johnson, H McClure, J Taylor, and P McClure 2015 © Bethel Music Publishing O Praise The Name (Anástasis) #7037787 by B Hastings, D Ussher, and M Sampson 2015 © Hillsong Music Publishing It Is Well [Bethel] #7021972 by H G Spafford, K DiMarco, and P P Bliss 2013 © Bethel Music No Other Name #7019979 by J Houston and J Myrin 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing

Despite the tremendous demonstrations of his power throughout the region, those in his own hometown of Nazareth reject him. Like the prophets of old, Jesus is opposed and his message is disregarded; a foreshadowing of things to come in Jerusalem. Might we find in our own hearts the faith to believe. The Sovereign without honor (vs. 1-6a) 1. Jesus was very average 2. Familiarity can be a stumbling block to faith 3. Let’s pull for the next generation 4. Faith is not an equation 5. Your family may not believe yet 6. Our faith impacts his work 7. Failure is to be expected among the faithful 8. It is not our sin but our unbelief that he marvels at SONGS Your Love Awakens Me #7054720 by C Quilala and P Wickham © Capitol CMG Genesis Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs Worthy Of Your Name #7052927 by B Younker and S Curran © sixsteps Music Over All I Know #7105439 by A Rozier, J Ingram, & J Cates All Essential Music This I Believ

While people began to recognize the power of Jesus over sickness, they had not yet seen his power over death itself. When a father is confronted with unimaginable grief, Jesus responds “Do not fear, only believe” (Mark 5:36), and confounds an unbelieving crowd by raising a girl from the dead. 1. A Father (vs. 21-24) 2. A woman (vs. 25-28) 3. Faith (vs. 29-34) 4. Fear (35-43) SONGS The Lion And The Lamb #7038281 by B Brown, B Johnson, and L Mooring 2015 Meaux Mercy O Come To The Altar #7051511 by C Brown, M Brock, S Furtick, & W Joye 2015 © Be Essential Songs Build My Life #7070345 by B Younker, K Martin, K Kable, M Redman, & P Barrett © Said And Done Music Resurrecting #7051507 by C Brown, M Brock, M Ntele, S Furtick, & W Joye 2015 © Be Essential Songs Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfill, and S Curran © Fellow Ships Music

Satan and his minions come only to “steal and kill and destroy”, but Jesus came to give life and free us from his bondage. Jesus demonstrates his power over the forces of hell by freeing a man from demonic bondage. He then instructs the man to go and be a witness to the incredible power of God. 1. Demons: Bent on destruction (vs. 1-5) 2. Jesus: The one who can save (vs. 6-13) 3. The crowd: Filled only with fear (vs. 14-17) 4. The man: A witness to the power of God (vs. 18-20) SONGS Overcome #7067561 by C Brown, M Brock, & S Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing Forever Reign #5639997 by J Ingram and R Morgan © 2009 SHOUT! Publishing Over All I Know #7105439 by A Rozier, J Ingram, and J Cates © 2018 All Essential Music No Longer Slaves #7030123 by J D Helser and M Helser 2014 © Bethel Music Publishing

The pattern of Christ’s life was one of sacrificial service and he calls us to follow his example. In response to his working and leading in our lives, we use the gifts he has given us to share his love. 1. We respond for what He has done (vs. 1–3) 2. We respond to who He is (vs. 4-6) 3. We respond in faith for what He will do (vs. 7-8) Songs: Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfill, and S Curran © Fellow Ships Music Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs Exalted Over All #7065022 by A Rozier, J Ingram, and J Cates 2016 © All Essential Music Everything And Nothing Less #7040553 by A Ivey, C McClarney, & J Ingram © Aaron Ivey Designee, Thankyou Music All The Poor And Powerless #5881130 by L Jordan and D Leonard 2011 Integrity's Praise! Music

Extolling the virtues of God’s word and the attributes of his character, the psalmist in Psalm 33 gives reason for their hope and trust in God. By growing in their understanding of who God is and what he does, God’s people can look to the future with greater confidence and comfort. We know that the Christian life is about more than just an hour on Sunday. To grow in Christ, we seek to apply God’s word in our lives and look to the whole body of Christ for encouragement and exhortation. 1. A new song (vs. 1-3) a. Grow in understanding (vs. 4-5) b. Grow in awe (vs. 6-9) c. Grow in confidence (vs. 10-12) d. Grow in humility (vs. 13-15) e. Grow in trust (vs. 16-19) f. Grow in patience (vs. 20-21) Songs: Alive In You #7054536 by J Frye, Kim Smith, and S Smith 2015 © Capitol CMG Genesis Praise The King #7032344 by C Voss, D Smith, M Bryce Jr., and M Farren 2014 © Farren Love And War Publishing How Great Thou Art #14181 by S K Hine 1941, 1953, 1955 Stuart K. Hine, Renewed 1981 Manna

God designed us to live the Christian life in authentic community — to share life and encourage one another in the faith. We believe the Bible invites us to a radical kind of belonging and we invite others into our life-giving faith. 1. The pursuit of righteousness (vs. 1-2) a. Run from evil (vs. 3-5) b. Connect with the faithful (v. 6) c. Separate from the faithless (v. 7) d. Help others (v. 8) Songs: The Lord Our God #6518055 by J Ingram and K Stanfill 2013 This I Believe (The Creed) #7018338 by B Fielding and M Crocker 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing Jesus We Love You #7030068 by H McClure, K Heiligenthal, and P McClure 2014 © Bethel Music Publishing Build My Life #7070345 by B Younker, K Martin, K Kable, M Redman & P Barrett © Said And Done Music Cornerstone #6158927 by W B Bradbury, E Liljero, R Morgan, E Mote, and J Myrin 2011 Hillsong Music Publishing

In Psalm 67, God’s people pray that God would, “be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us”. This prayer is not offered selfishly solely for their own gain, but that his way may be known on the earth and his saving power among the nations. Believing in faith that this will occur, his people respond in songs of praise. A call to corporate worship, Psalm 67 1. The cry of our community (v. 1) 2. The reason that we sing (vs. 2-3) 3. The conviction of our hearts (vs. 4-5) 4. A declaration of faith (vs. 6-7) Songs: All The Earth #7035179 by A Rozier, J Ingram, J Smith, and M Andrews 2014 © Word Music, LLC God With Us (Torwalt) #7054539 by B Torwalt and K Torwalt 2015 © Capitol CMG Genesis Exalted Over All #7065022 by A Rozier, J Ingram, and J Cates 2016 © All Essential Music Stronger #5060810 by B Fielding and R Morgan 2007 Hillsong Publishing Great Are You Lord #6460220 by J Ingram, L Jordan, and D Leonard 2012 Open Hands Music, Sony/ATV Timber Publishing

What if there was a moment when life and death hung in the balance? What if God intervened to win the victory for you and me? Jesus reset the code for eternity when He rose from the dead. Discover how His love can reboot your story. 1. The love of Jesus (vs. 1-16) 2. The divinity of Jesus (vs. 17-27) 3. The humanity of Jesus (vs. 28-37) 4. The power of Jesus (vs. 38-44) SONGS Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfill, and S Curran © Fellow Ships Music Praise The King #7032344 by C Voss, D Smith, M Bryce Jr., and M Farren 2014 © Farren Love And War Publishing Worthy Of Your Name #7052927 by B Younker and S Curran © sixsteps Music Resurrecting #7051507 by C Brown, M Brock, M Ntele, S Furtick, and W Joye 2015 © Be Essential Songs Amazing Grace #4755360 by E O Excell and J Newton Public Domain What A Beautiful Name #7068424 by B Fielding and B Ligertwood 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing

When we are tempted to think that Jesus is not mindful of us in our suffering, we must remember that he was willing to suffer and die on our behalf. 1. It was his idea (vs. 35-36) 2. It was a furious storm (vs. 37-38a) 3. It was a foolish question (v. 38b) 4. It was God in the flesh (v. 39) 5. They should not have been afraid (vs. 40-41) Songs: When I Survey The Wondrous Cross #27893 by L Mason and I Watts Public Domain O Praise The Name (Anástasis) #7037787 by B Hastings, D Ussher, and M Sampson 2015 © Hillsong Music Publishing Lead Me To The Cross #4785828 by B Fraser 2006 Hillsong Publishing How Deep The Father's Love For Us #1558110 by S Townend 1995 Thankyou Music Nothing But The Blood Of Jesus #4037473 by C Cymbala and R S Lowry 1992 Carol Joy Music and Word Music, LLC Man Of Sorrows #6476063 by M Crocker and B Ligertwood 2012 Hillsong Music Publishing

The kingdom of God may not appear to be much in the eyes of some, but Jesus teaches us that it will, in time, reveal all that is hidden and grow in remarkable ways. We must not allow ourselves to grow impatient or discouraged as we wait upon the Lord. His kingdom will one day come for all to see. 1. Get in early (vs. 21-23) 2. A good investment (vs. 24-25) 3. Guaranteed growth (vs. 26-29) 4. An incredible return (vs. 30-32) 5. Start now (vs. 33-34) SONGS: Only King Forever #7011438 by M Brock, C Brown, S Furtick, and W Joye 2013 Sony/ATV Tree Publishing Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs Hosanna (B. Fraser) #4785835 by Fraser, Brooke 2006 Hillsong Publishing Waiting Here For You #5925663 by J Reeves, M Smith, and C Tomlin 2011 worshiptogether.com songs No Other Name #7019979 by J Houston and J Myrin 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing

In this story we see an incredible picture of what it means to have a life changing encounter God. Naaman did not disengage from his current occupation, but rather he sought to live extraordinarily consistent in every part of his life. We too are called to live consistently in worship to God our Father no matter what circumstance or job occupation we find ourselves in. 1. A Forgiving Heart (vs. 1-3) 2. A Proud Heart (vs. 4-13) 3. A Changed Heart (vs. 14-19) Songs: Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfill, and S Curran © Fellow Ships Music Overcome #7067561 by C Brown, M Brock, and S Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing Be Thou My Vision #30639 by E H Hull | Byrne, M E Byrne Public Domain In Christ Alone #3350395 by K Getty and S Townend 2001 Thankyou Music God Of The Redeemed #5858132 by C McClure, P McClure, and J Riddle 2010 Bethel Music

An examination of 5 characteristics of effective ministry, as seen through Peter and John’s experience with the lame beggar. These characteristics include: have a spiritual experience, be consistent, have eyes that are willing to minister, be willing to share what God has called you to do and reach out to offer a helping hand. 1. Spiritual Experiences (vs. 1-4) 2. Be Consistent (v. 1) 3. Eyes Willing to See Opportunities (vs. 3-5) 4. Share Who You Are & What You Do (vs. 5-6) 5. Reach Out & Offer A Helping Hand (v. 7) Songs: Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfill, and S Curran © Fellow Ships Music Overcome #7067561 by C Brown, M Brock, and S Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing Be Thou My Vision #30639 by E H Hull | Byrne, M E Byrne Public Domain God Of The Redeemed #5858132 by C McClure, P McClure, and J Riddle 2010 Bethel Music In Christ Alone #3350395 by K Getty and S Townend 2001 Thankyou Music

God’s redemptive plan for mankind culminated with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus. However, the plan itself was laid out centuries earlier. To get a new perspective of the Easter story, we will be looking at four Old Testament characters; Abraham, Isaac, Eliezer and Rebekah and how they point to an even greater story. Songs: Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfill, and S Curran © Fellow Ships Music Overcome #7067561 by C Brown, M Brock, and S Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing Be Thou My Vision #30639 by E H Hull | Byrne, M E Byrne Public Domain In Christ Alone #3350395 by K Getty and S Townend 2001 Thankyou Music The Lord Our God #6518055 by J Ingram and K Stanfill 2013

The proclamation of the kingdom of God will not be received equally by those who hear it. Using parables, Jesus teaches on the nature of the gospel and how, while it does not always take root in every heart, when it does take root, it bears tremendous fruit. Since we can never know how one will respond, we are to share the good news as much as we have opportunity. 1. The Parable of the Sower (vs. 1-9) 2. The Secret of the Kingdom (vs. 10-12) 3. Do You Understand? (vs. 13-20) Songs: Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfill, and S Curran © Fellow Ships Music Love So Great #7068428 by J Snell, J Grimmett, and R Morgan 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing This I Believe (The Creed) #7018338 by B Fielding and M Crocker 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing I Will Exalt #5861765 by A Falk 2010 Bethel Music Let There Be Light #7069096 by B Ligertwood, J Houston, M Crocker, M Guy Chislett, S Ligertwood 2016 © Hillsong Music Publishing Connect with Us Website: https://woodmenvalley.org Woodmen In

Not everybody responded with enthusiasm to Jesus’ increasing popularity. His earthly family thought him crazy and sought to discourage his work, and scribes had begun to come down from Jerusalem to openly challenge him. Despite the opposition, Jesus remains steadfast in his commitment to do the will of his father. We too should expect opposition and must remain committed even when those closest to us turn 1. Do not mistake intensity for insanity (vs. 20-21) 2. Do not mistake the work of the Spirit for the work of Satan (vs. 22-30) 3. Recognize the true family of God (vs. 31-35) Songs: The Lion And The Lamb #7038281 by B Brown, B Johnson, & L Mooring 2015 Meaux Mercy Faithful To The End #7054172 by B Johnson, H McClure, J Taylor, & P McClure 2015 © Bethel Music Publishing 10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord) #6016351 by J Myrin & M Redman 2011 Thankyou Music Praise The King #7032344 by C Voss, D Smith, M Bryce Jr., & M Farren 2014 © Farren Love And War Publishing We Will Not Be Shaken #7029075 by B Fie

As Jesus’ ministry continued to grow, he began to entrust his work to others. He called the disciples to himself so that they could be with him and so that he could send them out to preach and cast out demons. Still today, Jesus calls us to participate with him in his gospel ministry; beginning in his presence, we are equipped and sent out. 1. Jesus knew pressure (vs. 7-12) 2. Jesus knew pause (v.13) 3. Jesus calls us to both (vs. 14-15) 4. United in Christ (vs. 16-19) SONGS Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfill, and S Curran © Fellow Ships Music God With Us (Torwalt) #7054539 by B Torwalt and K Torwalt 2015 © Capitol CMG Genesis 'Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus #5373600 by W J Kirkpatrick, J A Schreiner, and L R Stead 2003 John Andrew Schreiner Music O Come To The Altar #7051511 by C Brown, M Brock, S Furtick, and W Joye 2015 © Be Essential Songs All The Poor And Powerless #5881130 by L Jordan and D Leonard 2011 Integrity's Praise! Music and Integrity's Alleluia! Music

Failing to recognize who Jesus was, some began to question his decisions and challenge his authority. In each case, Jesus responded with truth and pointed people toward the new work he was doing. We too will find Jesus’ new way radical and life-changing as we follow him. 1. What is with the "sinners"? (vs. 13-17) 2. Why are they eating? (vs. 18-22) 3. What about the law? (vs. 23-28) 4. How far will he go? (3:1-6) Songs: Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs Praise The King #7032344 by C Voss, D Smith, M Bryce Jr., and M Farren 2014 © Farren Love And War Publishing I Will Exalt #5861765 by A Falk 2010 Bethel Music Revelation Song #4447960 by J Riddle 2004 Gateway Create Publishing Cornerstone #6158927 by W B Bradbury, E Liljero, R Morgan, E Mote, and J Myrin 2011 Hillsong Music Publishing

When God calls us to follow Him, he is calling us to something greater than we could ever ask or imagine. Too often, however, we are satisfied by following the call of our own selfish heart. In the call of Elisha we see how God’s call leads to something greater, even though at first it seems to be exactly the opposite. Elisha was a wealthy man, but to be faithful to God’s call he gave up his wealth. Elisha was a man of authority, but he gave up his authority to serve Elijah for 18 years. As Elisha found following the call of God was greater than he could have imagined, every one of us must be faithful to follow the specific call God has given us. 1. The journey to something greater (1 Kings 19:19-21) a. Start with an unexpected party (vs. 19-20) b. Marked by complete surrender and humble service (v. 21) c. Lived through the power of Christ (2 Kings 2:8-14) Songs How Great Thou Art #14181 by S K Hine 1941, 1953, 1955 Stuart K. Hine, Renewed 1981 Manna Music Unstoppable God #7011436 by