St Marcus MKE Sermons

It is the Third Sunday of Lent and we are continuing our series "Lent in the Old Testament." Today we study "The Brass Snake" from Numbers 21:4-9.

This week we'll be studying Luke 10:25​-37 as we worship under the theme "The Good Samaritan." Many of us have perhaps long perceived social compassion as an "optional" part of the Christian life, but this parable doesn't allow for that thought. It teaches that Gospel Neighboring is an essential complement to Gospel Messaging in Christian ministry. Furthermore, it doesn't merely teach us how we should love others, but, more importantly, how we've been loved by Jesus.

This week we'll be studying Luke 9:57​-62 as we worship under the theme "The Cost of Discipleship." There are some texts that just honestly make us feel more uncomfortable than others. Watching Jesus seemingly reject 3 candidates for discipleship is definitely one those. What's he communicating to us? Where's the grace in this? We'll learn that in the flesh, technically none of us is worthy of discipleship. But with God all things are possible.

'The Church is People' is based on Matthew 24:1-2, 30-31.

This week we'll be studying Luke 9:28​-36 as we worship under the theme "The Transfiguration." This text is about glory - where it comes from, simplistic attempts at it, and how God's people are to approach the concept of glory in this lifetime. Additionally, we'll also use this opportunity to talk about the trans mindset of modern culture - i.e. the feeling of suppressing vs. embracing what exists inside our flesh. Jesus' approach to his temporal flesh is enlightening.

This week we'll be studying Luke 7:36​-50 as we worship under the theme "Jesus Anointed by A Sinful Woman." This account teaches such an important point - i.e. from God's perspective, the amount or nature of our sins is not nearly as spiritually important as an awareness of our sinfulness and dependence on Jesus alone for salvation. The Pharisee has committed far fewer sins, but this has actually blinded him to his need for a Savior. On the other hand, the woman who has sinned greatly is grateful. This text offers tremendous insights on the definition of sin and the attitude of a regenerate Christian vs. a simply religious person.

We are continuing our message theme of "Jesus the Disruptor" and will be studying Luke 9:46​-50: "Greatness from Service."

This week we'll be studying Luke 6:1-11 as we worship under the theme "Jesus, Lord of Work & Rest." Watching the Pharisees accuse Jesus of sins on the Sabbath lead us to two very important thoughts: 1) the need for supernatural rest from this world, which only Jesus can provide, and 2) the prevalence of sinful self-righteous, controlling tendencies in humans (both religious and secular). As "Lord of the Sabbath," Jesus gives us freedom both from the controlling powers of humans, and freedom to find deep rest.

Pastor Jeske's message "Jesus the Disruptor: Unity of Message, Diversity of Distribution" is based on Luke 5:33-39.

This week we'll be studying Luke 5:1-11 as we worship under the theme "A Miraculous Catch of Fish." This text offers a look into the calling of multiple fishermen to serve as Jesus' disciples. Their reaction isn't perhaps what we'd expect. Peter demands that Jesus get away from him. Why is Jesus calling these guys and what does it mean for our call into discipleship?

"Grace, not Rules," based on Luke 6:1-11, serves as the theme for our message this morning.

This week we'll be studying Luke 4:1-13 as we worship under the theme "Jesus Tested in the Wilderness." On the heels of his baptism, Jesus is immediately sent by the Spirit into the wilderness. Why? What can we learn about the nature of temptations and how to successfully battle them? And what can we learn here that's even more important than tips for defeating temptation? Ultimately, we find that Jesus is not primarily doing this for our example, but for our salvation.

Dr. Martin Luther King Remembrance Sunday. "The Gospel is Greater than Tribe." The focus for our readings and message comes from John chapter 4.

The word ‘epiphany’ comes from a Greek word meaning “to show forth,” referring to the appearance of Christ as the Savior (Titus 3:4). Christmas lights may be coming down, but the Light of the world still shines for all to see. We receive this Light as we celebrate the Epiphany of Our Lord. Today we hear how the mysterious Wise Men from the East are led by the Lord to follow the star of wonder to the everlasting eternal Light. Jesus shines the brightness of heaven into the darkness of their hearts, and they respond with gifts of honor and praise. Jesus does the same for you today as we receive His Word and share in His body and blood. Dispelling the darkness of sin, He covers you with the light of His presence and invites you, as He did the Wise Men, to respond to Him in honor and praise

This week we'll be studying Luke 2:41-52 as we worship under the theme "Boy Jesus at the Temple." This is the ONLY incident recorded in the Gospels of Jesus' adolescence. So WHY this one? The way Jesus confuses even his own parents, and how they handle it, teaches us something

This week we'll be studying Luke 1:1-4 as we worship under the theme "The Doctor's Gospel." As a man of science, Luke understood the necessity of careful, accurate research. In the opening verses of his Gospel, he provides information as to why his writing is not only reliable, but worthy of submitting your life to.

This week we'll be studying Exodus 33:12-34:8 as we worship under the theme "The Glory of the Lord." After the Israelites sin by worshipping the glory of this world in the form of a Golden Calf, God, via Moses, teaches what true glory is. True glory is known only by being in his holy & gracious presence.

Music and readings will paint the picture of that first Christmas Night - the Nativity. "Christmas for the Isolated" is tonight's message theme as we address the question "How we should we respond to the birth of Jesus Christ?"

Pastor Jeske's message will focus on "The Altar of Incense" from Exodus 30:1-10.

This week we'll be studying Exodus 20:1-6 as we worship under the theme "The Ten Commandments." Specifically, we'll look at the overarching command, i.e. the First, which talks about having no other gods BEFORE God. We'll see how this is more a principle of God's Love and desire for human flourishing than a Law. And we'll also see what God does if/when we've broken this basic command.

Glory to God in the highest! Join us for our final Midweek Advent service of the season as we turn to Luke 2 and study The Angels' Song.

We're taking a 1-week hiatus from our Saturday evening Exodus series as we approach Christmas. This week we'll be studying Isaiah 61:1-3 under the theme "Ready for Christmas?"

Tonight we continue the preparation of our hearts for the Christmas season by studying the Song of Mary from Luke 1:46-55.

We continue our Sunday morning theme for Advent: Advent Fire. We'll be studying Exodus 25:31-40, which focuses on the Lampstand of the Tabernacle.

This week we'll be studying Exodus 14:10-31 as we worship under the theme "The Crossing of the Red Sea." This is undoubtedly the grandest "salvation event" of the Old Testament, and the Apostle Paul actually compares it to Baptism in the New Testament. We'll see why, as well as talk through few practical points on how to no longer serve our old slave masters

Tonight we begin the preparation of our hearts for the Christmas season by studying The Song of Zechariah from Luke 1:68-79.

Pastor Jeske's message "The Altar of Sacrifice" is based on Exodus 27:1-8 and Leviticus 4:27-31

This week we'll be studying Exodus 12:1-13, 21-23 as we worship under the theme "The Passover Lamb." The Ten Plagues culminated with a special meal, called the Passover. The Israelites slaughtered a young lamb without defect, consumed the meal in haste, and took the blood from the lamb and smeared it on the doorframes of their homes. Every movement that evening was symbolic and foreshadowing. The story of "The Lamb" is arguably the main image in all of Scripture. We'll explain that this week and see how the Christian faith applies the same principles still today.

Pastor Hein's message on the 'secret of contentment' is based on Philippians 4:10-13.

Worship the King with us on Christ the King Sunday!

This week we'll be studying Exodus 7:14-24 as we worship under the theme "Plagues Upon Egypt." The Ten Plagues, tend to invoke 2 common reactions: APPROVAL or ANGER. Both can be a bit knee jerk. In reality, God is doing something remarkably natural and redemptive in the plagues. And it's extraordinarily helpful in understanding how God continues to operate in the world today.

We continue to study the End Times as Pastor Jeske takes us through Revelation 19:1-9.

This week we'll be studying Exodus 4:1-17 as we worship under the theme "The Sending of Moses." Exodus 3-4 is all part of a long dialogue between God and Moses at the burning bush. God is calling Moses in with the intention of sending him out to do God's work. But Moses doesn't want to go. Often our biggest spiritual struggles are not the nagging issues we repeatedly stumble over, but God's missions we refuse to go on. We'll see God's grace to Moses even in his stubbornness.

This week we'll be studying Exodus 3:1-15 as we worship under the theme "Moses and the Burning Bush (PART II)" Last week, we talked about the concept of the "burning bush" and "THE Angel of the Lord." This week, we'll be tackling some additional major life concepts regarding how we know God, how we approach God, and who God reveals himself to be.

This week we'll be studying Exodus 3:1-15 as we worship under the theme "Moses and the Burning Bush (PART I)" We're actually going to spend 2 weeks on this famous text from Exodus. The first week we'll place special emphasis on 1) what the "burning bush" means in our lives today, as well as 2) how the Angel of the Lord mediates for us even as he did for Moses.

In this week of our series we'll be studying Exodus 2:1-14 as we worship under the theme "The Birth of Moses." This survey of the first 40 years of Moses' life teaches us a great deal about the topics of civil disobedience, God's sovereignty, and how God generally operates to carry out his purposes.

Pastor Jeske takes us through the gifts of the Reformation and a bible study based on Luke 20:1-7.

Pastor Mark Jeske takes us through a bible study based on Luke 13:1-9 titled: OK, One More Year.

In this final week of our series we'll be studying Hebrews 6:13-20 as we worship under the theme "Disconnection from A HOPEFUL & SECURE FUTURE." What you believe is coming to you in the future absolutely impacts your perception of your present circumstances. Those who struggle with depression often have difficulty envisioning a positive future. But what if a sacrifice was made in the past that guarantees your future, no matter what may come in the present? How could/should that change your attitude? This week we'll learn that is precisely the story of Jesus, our Great High Priest.

This week we'll be studying Job 12:7-12 and 28:20-28 as we worship under the theme "Disconnection from the NATURAL WORLD." God created humanity from the dust of the earth. We are natural creatures. What happens if we get so lost in digital, so immersed in screens, and disconnect from the natural world? Most research says it's not good. And, in fact, the Bible says there are theological reasons as well why it's good to stand in awe of the natural world. Job will help us see the connection between wisdom and nature this week, and how a right understanding helps manage anxiety and depression.

Pastor Jeske takes us through what God has to say about sharing the Christian Spirit with a World that desperately needs Good News.

This week we'll be studying Isaiah 58:6-11 as we worship under the theme "Disconnection from STATUS & RESPECT." The God who created us in his image gave humanity special dignity and dominion within his creation. The more humans generate divisions amongst themselves though, i.e. gaps in status, the more disconnected we become from the honor God gave to us. Furthermore, repeatedly in Scripture God tells his people to fight for the dignity of the marginalized in society. So, how did God close the status gap for us? And what would God have us do in modern times for others?

Pastor Jeske takes us through a bible study based on Isaiah 50:4-10 titled "Listen to the Servant: Determined, Suffering, Trusting"

This week we'll be studying 2 Corinthians 12:2-10 as we worship under the theme "(Inability to) Disconnect from CHILDHOOD TRAUMA." In the text we're examining this week, the Apostle Paul gives us a remarkable insight into how he dealt with his famous "thorn in the flesh."

THE BEST WE CAN GIVE OUR CHILDREN I. Above All Earthly Possessions II. Is to Know the Lord in Faith Based on Jeremiah 9:23-24

This week we'll be studying Philippians 4:4-9 as we worship under the theme "Disconnection from MEANINGFUL VALUES." Americans, heavily marketed to since birth, become addicted quite early to the belief that greater money, more/better things, and more prominent status will make us happier. The research doesn't indicate that. And Jesus himself said that "life does not consist in an abundance of possessions." (Luke 12:15) But our actions suggest we don't believe that. We're constantly chasing things we think might fill our emptiness. And we're making ourselves miserable in the process. This week, we'll hear the Apostle Paul teach us how we can rejoice in any circumstance. Anxiety can almost never be cured by external circumstances, but it can be healed by reframing the internal mindset. The gospel gives us a basis to do exactly that.

Pastor Jeske will talk about Christ as our cornerstone, we will continue to build on the theme "Rechurch," with a focus on rededicating our lives on Him.

This week we'll be studying Ephesians 4:25-32 as we worship under the theme "Disconnection from OTHER PEOPLE." In an unapologetically individualistic society, it's important to note that not only is depression prevalent, but our impulses to overcome depression (which are inherently individualistic) only exacerbate the problem. To be cured, we need to stop being ourselves, and start immersing ourselves in the lives of others. Theologically speaking, this is the doctrine of "The Church." God designed us for one another, and here also teaches us how to live constructively with one another.