Mark 6: 30-44The account of feeding the five thousand is the only miracle that occurs in all four gospels, so there must be a message for us in this fascinating story.After a pretty tumultuous few days Jesus, and the disciples decide to  go to a quiet place to rest. They were followed by a multitude of people and since He recognized His vsheep without a shepherd, he began teaching them. Now It's b...  Read More

3/5/2026 Mark 6:14–29 — John the Baptist BeheadedThe ancient Greeks used the word parrhesia to describe free and fearless speech—both the right and the obligation to speak the truth. It is the root idea behind what we now call “speaking truth to power,” a phrase later taken up by civil rights leaders.This is exactly what John the Baptist was doing. He boldly reminded Herod that it was wrong to tak...  Read More

Mark 6:1-13According to Mark 6:1-13, Jesus (the “carpenter”) was rejected by Nazareth (his hometown). However, that did not stop him and his disciples from carrying their mission into the greater world. They continued loving and teaching others with courage, faith and strength.They broke down barriers of unbelief around and within the world as it then existed. They were empowered by the Holy Spiri...  Read More

March 3, Mark 5: 21-43I often envision Jesus being among us today, only a touch away from making us well like the woman in our Scripture or bringing someone back to life as He did the daughter of Jairus.  If only....But He IS here, walking with us, comforting us, providing an enduring strength.  And this happens often through human vessels, those praying for us and offering support in so many ways...  Read More

Scripture:   Mark 5:1-20This scripture illustrates the power, control, and love of Jesus. Jesus has power over the demons who are ravaging the man.  When he asks the name of the demon, “Legion” is the reply.  (A legion was the largest unit of the Roman army numbering 3,000 to 6,000 men.) When Jesus calls out all the demons from the man they realize He has control cover them and beg him not to tort...  Read More

Devotion2/28/26 Mark 4:26-41 Jesus and Dee PelliccioThe Parable of The Growing SeedJesus talks about what the kingdom of God is like. Like how we plant and garden but only God can make things flourish.The Parable of The Mustard SeedLike the faith of a tiny mustard seed, God can make it grow larger than we can fathom. Jesus spoke all truth in parables, but when he was alone with his disciples, he e...  Read More

Mark 4:1-25Listen Up!     Jesus is the sower of the seed and His word is life-giving. We must hear and obey his word.Be the good soil Jesus seeks. Take the time to profess your faith and implement it before the enemy steals it away. Let your faith grow exponentially even under pressure, hate, adversity and discouragement. Let your faith grow and choke out all worry. You can’t have both. Grow your ...  Read More

Devotional for February 26thMark 3: 23 - 35Jesus’ friends and immediate family were concerned for his safety because of the crush of the crowds that so closely surrounded him.  As He was teaching, his friends brought word to Him, “Your mother and your brothers are outside, asking for you”.  Instead of going out to see them, Jesus looked around at the people who sat around Him, and said “Here are m...  Read More

Mark 3:7-22, February 25Jesus heals a man on the Sabbath, and instead of celebrating, people argue about rules. In Mark 3, we see how easy it is to miss what God is doing when we’re focused on being correct instead of being compassionate. Jesus reminds us that God’s law was always meant to bring life, not to restrict it. He chooses to heal, even when it brings criticism. This passage invites us to...  Read More

Mark 2:23-3:6February 2:24In Mark 2:23-3:6 we are told that the Sabbath is made for man… that we are to rest on the Sabbath. However, in this passage, Jesus’ disciples picked grain on the Sabbath, and Jesus healed a man’s shriveled hand on the Sabbath… neither were permitted on the Sabbath according to the Pharisees. Sabbath laws were more important to the Pharisees than Sabbath rest. Jesus was no...  Read More

Devotional: Mark 2:1-17, February 23 Without judgment, Jesus heals the sicknesses of the body and soul. Instead of being annoyed when his ministry is interrupted by a paralytic lowered through the roof before him, Jesus is impressed with the faith of his friends. He forgives the man’s sins immediately. For this he is rebuked by religious leaders who don’t recognize his authority. Later, he is agai...  Read More

Lenten devotion Mark 1/29-45In the very first chapter of the Gospel of Mark, it becomes clear why Jesus has come. After declaring the “Kingdom of God has come near” and calling his first disciples, he casts out demons, heals Peter's mother, then many others, and preaches the Good News.  Jesus comes with compassion, providing his healing touch, even to an “untouchable” man with leprosy.  Because of...  Read More