Perseverance in Persecution // Mark 6:1-29

Bethel Topeka

In this sermon, Pastor discusses the themes of rejection and persecution as exemplified in Mark 6, where Jesus faces disbelief in his hometown and ultimately sends out the twelve disciples to preach the gospel. Despite their authority and miraculous works, they are warned to expect rejection, akin to the experience of John the Baptist, who was killed for his truth-telling. Pastor emphasizes the necessity of having our identity rooted in Christ, rather than in worldly acceptance, and the importance of sharing the gospel even in the face of opposition. Ultimately, believers are called to embrace the cost of discipleship, knowing that faithfulness to Christ may lead to suffering, but should not deter them from their mission.