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Everything Happens For a Reason
Romans 8:28
Bumper Sticker Theology
Mark challenges the common phrase “everything happens for a reason” by showing that it is an oversimplification that raises difficult questions about suffering and evil, and he grounds the discussion in key truths that God is sovereign, holy, and will be glorified. Using the story of Joseph in Genesis, he explains that events in life come from a mix of causes—God’s sovereign work, human free will, a fallen world, others’ choices, and our own decisions—while emphasizing that God is not the author of evil but can work through even harmful intentions for good. He concludes that while we often cannot see the full picture in the moment, believers trust that God ultimately brings about His purposes and glory, even through hardship.
Follow Your Heart
Bumper Sticker Theology
Ross kicks off the Bumper Sticker Theology series by challenging the popular phrase “follow your heart,” showing us that while culture treats our hearts like a trustworthy compass, Scripture reveals they are actually bent, broken, and deceptive (Jeremiah 17:9). Instead of leading us to life, our hearts often lead us deeper into confusion and sin, exposing our need for something more than self-help or self-discovery. Ross points us to the real solution: not fixing our hearts, but surrendering them to Jesus, who gives us a brand-new heart and His Spirit to transform how we think, desire, and live (Ezekiel 36:26–27). This message invites us to stop trusting ourselves and start trusting God daily, allowing Him to take His rightful place at the center of our lives.
He Is Risen!
Mark 16:1-8
Jesus: Son, Servant, Savior
Ross walks us through Mark 16:1–8 and centers on the moment that changes everything—the resurrection of Jesus. He challenges us to see that Easter isn’t just a meaningful ending, but the defining event that gives power to our faith. Because Jesus is risen, it reshapes what we believe about Him—not just a teacher, but Lord—and what we believe about ourselves as people in need of grace. And it transforms what we receive: not judgment, but forgiveness, new life, and a restored relationship with God. The question left in front of us is simple but personal: how will we respond to the risen Jesus today?
A Seat at the Table
Mark 14:1-31
Jesus: Son, Servant, Savior
As we come to the final moments of Jesus’ life, we look at familiar figures—Peter, Judas, and a devoted woman—and discover that their stories reflect our own. This message challenges us to stop using Scripture to evaluate others and instead let it reveal what’s in us. We see how devotion can take different forms: passionate but incomplete, self-serving, or rooted in pride. And ultimately, we are invited to the one place that truly matters—the seat of promise—where we stop striving, surrender fully, and trust in Jesus as the One who has done everything needed to bring us to God.
More Than You Think
Mark 12:28-34
Jesus: Son, Servant, Savior
Jesus is asked what matters most, and instead of simplifying things, He raises the bar—calling us to love God with everything we are and to love others just as deeply. In this passage, we see that faith isn’t about checking boxes or doing just enough to feel okay with God; it’s about a transformed heart that overflows in love. The tension is clear: we can understand the truth, agree with it, and still be “not far” from the kingdom without ever stepping in. The good news is that Jesus doesn’t just give the command—He fulfills it for us and invites us to stop performing and start trusting Him, allowing His love to reshape how we live, think, and love every day.