In Judges 9, we read the tragic story of Gideon’s son Abimelech, who rises to power on the blood of his brothers, and dishonors God by partnership with idol worshipers, leading to his own demise, as well as theirs. Not a pleasant story is Gideon’s family legacy, but important lessons for us are found in it, particularly coming from the voice of Jotham, who tells his enemies, “Listen to me, so that God might listen to you.”

Sermon video Mark 14:1-11 – Jesus’ enemies seek a way to successfully end His life, and one of the twelve’s reactions to the extravagant act of worship of a woman preparing for His burial prompts him to help them for money. We learn the importance of worship and authenticity, along with the amazing value of the gospel as our life focus.

Mark 13:24-37 – Jesus concludes His Olivet Discourse with the description of His coming to reign and some teachings about the importance of our being ready and waiting.

Mark 13:14-23 looks at the great shift that will happen at the midpoint of the tribulation period, and instructions for those saints who will be there as they seek to make it to the end, with applications on the importance of prophecy study for our walk of faith today. Part 2 of our look at the Olivet Discourse of Christ and an ongoing series through the gospel of Mark.