Miracles of Jesus

This sermon examines the wide variety of reactions people had to Jesus and His miracles in the first century, drawing parallels to how people respond to Him today. The pastor walks through Mark's Gospel and other accounts, highlighting that Jesus performed at least 20 documented miracles in eight chapters, including physical healings, spiritual deliverances, and nature-defying acts. The central question posed is the same one Jesus asked Peter: "Who do you say that I am?" The sermon explores both positive responses (wonder, proclamation, praise, and faith) and negative responses (fear, hardness of heart, hatred, and opposition) to Jesus' miraculous works. The message emphasizes that faith is both a response to miracles and a prerequisite for receiving them, challenging believers to recognize God's ongoing work in their lives and to share their testimonies boldly. The sermon culminates with the reality that Jesus remains controversial today, and each person must personally answer who they believe He is.