It Begins with Baptism

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It Begins with Baptism

January 14, 2024 • Pastor Mark Schutz • Romans 6:1–11

Jesus’ baptism reveals to us who he really is. Our own baptism does the same! Our baptism was the beginning of a new and better life—eternal life!—a gift graciously given to us by our truest friend. Jesus’ ministry and our eternity with him. It begins with baptism.

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Absolute Authority

January 28, 2024 • Pastor Mark Schutz • Mark 1:21–28

Our culture today despises absolutes. Yet, Jesus isn't just a teacher to be considered. He has absolute authority as the eternal Son of God. This might sound terrifying because of all the ways we see authority abused. But Jesus uses his absolute authority to bless us.