House Of Prayer Church - Blairsville Ga

Pastor Jeff discusses Jesus' ministry in Gentile regions as highlighted in Mark 7, emphasizing the persistent faith of a Syrophoenician woman who begs Jesus to heal her daughter. He reflects on the attitude of Jesus towards people, noting how compassion drives him to heal individuals, encouraging listeners to see others through Jesus' perspective. Pastor Jeff urges us to take opportunities to love and serve those around them, just as Jesus did, and to be persistent in prayer. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to loving not only friends and church members but also the wider community, embodying the compassion of Christ.

In this sermon, Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of aligning our hearts with God's truth rather than following the popular notion of "following your heart." He underscores that true defilement comes from within, as expressed by Jesus in Mark 7, where the heart is the core source of sin, not external influences. By referencing Scripture, he highlights the need to be guided by God's Word, maintain vigilance against worldly temptations, and walk in love as Christ did. Ultimately, he calls on listeners to acknowledge their need for Christ's righteousness and daily strive to embody His teachings. Main Scripture Passage: Mark 7:9-23

Pastor Jeff discusses Mark chapter seven, focusing on the conflict between Jesus and the Pharisees regarding their traditions of ritual hand washing. He emphasizes that the Pharisees' adherence to these traditions often overshadowed the heart of worship and obedience to God. Pastor Jeff challenges the congregation to reflect on their own lives, questioning whether their behaviors align with their professed beliefs, particularly in light of the upcoming election. He encourages a Biblical approach to both personal and political actions, urging believers to prioritize God's word in their decision-making to avoid hypocrisy.

Jesus consistently gathered crowds, even facing rejection from his hometown and religious leaders. In Mark chapter six, after a day of miracles, Jesus sent his disciples ahead by boat while he went to pray, observing their struggle against the wind from a distance. When the disciples encountered fear thinking he was a ghost, Jesus reassured them that he was there, calming the storm once he joined them. Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of spending time with God, recognizing our struggles as opportunities for growth, and maintaining a tender heart towards others, reminding us that with Jesus, there is no need for fear.

Sin can creep into our lives and cause destruction, sometimes before we are even aware of it. What can we do to stop sin from causing destruction in our lives?

We all encounter storms in life from time to time. How we respond depends on who we trust. When we place our trust in God, we can be confident that He will see us through the storm. Main Scripture passage: Mark 4:35-41

09/01/24 - Peter Kough: Having Joy In Fellowship With God by HOP Blairsville

The Bible says that Jesus is the light of the world, and we are supposed to be like him. We are supposed to be a light in the darkness, to speak the truth of God's Word and live by it. Main Scripture passage: Mark 4:21-34

The parable of the sower is very familiar. The sower sows the same seed everywhere, yet it is received very differently. What does this say about the condition of our hearts? Main Scripture passage: Mark 4:1-20

Jesus' family thought he was crazy. The religious leaders accused him of being demon possessed. Jesus claimed to be the Son of God and the Savior of the world. Who do you say he is? Main Scripture passage: Mark 3:20-30

In today's message, Pastor Jeff reflects on God's work in the life of our church and celebrates what He has done and is doing. All glory and praise to God! Scripture Passages: Psalm 105:1-6 Psalm 106:1-2 2 Corinthians 5:17-20 Psalm 117

There were many responses to Jesus during his time of ministry on earth. In this message from Pastor Jeff, we see three groups of people developing. Jesus had foes, Jesus had fans, Jesus had followers. How do you you relate to Jesus? Main Scripture Passage: Mark 3:6-19

Jesus has a run-in with the Pharisees on two occasions on the Sabbath. Do we act like Jesus today or are we acting like Pharisees? Main Scripture passage: Mark 2:23-3:6

The role of the elder/pastor/shepherd in the church comes with great responsibility. In this message, Pastor Jeff looks at a few aspects of shepherding God's children.

In Mark 2, we find Jesus challenging the Pharisees' way of thinking and their religious practices. Jesus came offering something new - not more rules, but a relationship. The Pharisees were all about following the law, but Jesus was all about loving God and loving others. He showed us that we don't have to follow a bunch of rules to be close to God. We just need to have a relationship with Him. That's what Jesus came to offer us, and it's still what He offers us today.

The healing of the paralytic man is a familiar story taught in Sunday School, VBS, and children's church. We will look at this familiar account and be reminded that the paralytic man's greatest need was not to walk, but to be right with God. Main Scripture passage: Mark 2:1-12

Join John Spaulding as he explains our role in helping those around us grow spiritually.

In a world that tells us that we set our own course and no one can tell us what to do, the power and authority of Jesus Christ must be properly acknowledged. In Mark 1, we see Jesus' power and authority on display. He heals the sick, casts out demons, and raises the dead. These actions demonstrate that Jesus is the Son of God, who has come to redeem us from sin and death. Main Scripture passage: Mark 1:12-34

The Gospel of Mark begins with the baptism of Jesus. Today we will discuss baptism and the main reasons for believer's baptism by immersion. Main Scripture Passage: Mark 1:1-11

Consider your posture when you go before the Lord. Are you prideful or humble in your walk with Him? Are you willing to adjust your life, embrace weakness, and have grace revealed to you? Main Scripture Passage: 1 Peter 5:5-7