Mark 11:1-12:44

This sermon highlights Mark 11:1-12:44, focusing on Jesus' interactions with religious leaders during his ministry in Jerusalem. It starts with the story of Jesus cursing a fig tree, which symbolizes the hypocrisy of those who claim to serve God but lack genuine faith. This sets the stage for the cleansing of the Temple, where Jesus confronts the Jewish leaders for turning a place of prayer for all nations into a marketplace. This confrontation ignites a series of escalating conflicts with various religious factions, including the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herodians. Preaching Elder, Debbie Courtney, highlights Jesus' bold proclamation of his authority, his criticism of their misinterpretation of Scripture, and his unwavering commitment to extending God's blessings to all people, regardless of their background.