Who Is Jesus | Who Is The Greatest? (Mark 9:30-37)

May 2

Who is the GOAT (Greatest of All Time)? That's the question we are going to consider in this sermon from Mark 9:30-37. We like to think of ourselves as better than others, but Jesus shows us a better way. He truly is the greatest and He calls us to be servants that put others first.

How do I think of myself as being better than other people? How should I think about others instead?

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December 20, 2023

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December 20, 2023

In this sermon we talk about the amazing truth of Christ's resurrection and the amazing results that it has for our lives. Christ came to die and rise again, so that sinners could be restored to a right relationship with the Lord. That amazing truth should give us hope in dark times and inspire us to tell us about our amazing Jesus this Christmas!

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December 13, 2023

Who Is Jesus? | Courage In The Darkness (Mark 15:40-47)

December 13, 2023

Mark 15:40-47 will show us the followers of Jesus who remained faithful to Him even after His death. Several women and Joseph of Arimathea showed courage in the darkness by continuing to live for Christ, even when it would have been extremely difficult to do so. Because of the gospel/good news of Christ's death and resurrection, we can find hope and courage even in the darkest moments of our lives.

When life is hard, what do I do?
What gives me hope and inspires courage in dark times?

December 13, 2023

December 5, 2023

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December 5, 2023

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What did Jesus do on the cross for me?
How have I responded to His death?

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November 21, 2023

Who Is Jesus? | The Mocked And Murdered King (Mark 15:16-32)

November 21, 2023

In this sermon we arrive at the crucifixion in Mark 15:16-32. We'll reflect on how Jesus was mocked, beaten, mistreated, and murdered. Yet, He took all of that punishment so that He could save us.

Why did Jesus suffer and why was He killed?
How do I respond to what Jesus has done for me?

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April 11, 2024

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April 11, 2024

This week we are going to be looking at Isaiah 62, the whole chapter. One core tenet of East Shore is evangelism, we love it, we share the gospel every week. We collect the evangelism stories each week to encourage us to press on.
As this is Pastor Tom's final sermon, he wants to encourage you all the more to continue sharing the gospel! It is Pastor Tom’s prayer that Isaiah 62 will only strengthen that passion of gospel proclamation.

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January 10, 2024

More That A Dream (Psalm 126)

January 10, 2024

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January 3, 2023

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Pastor John TooneGospel Of Mark

Pastor John Toone

Pastor John Toone had served as East Shore’s Associate Pastor from June 2014 until his appointment as Senior Pastor in September 2020.

John’s passion is to glorify God and see His Word transform lives into the image of Christ, by the Holy Spirit’s power, in fulfillment of the Great Commission. He enjoys spending time with his family, talking about the Bible and theology, reading, watching movies, and cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles!

Who Is Jesus | Who Is The Greatest? (Mark 9:30-37)

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