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Painting by Carl Bloch from 1965, of Peter, James and John shielding their eyes from the brightness of the Transfigured Jesus speaking with Moses and Elijahl

The Transfiguration of Jesus is the second moment in Mark where we see God revealed in a significant way in Jesus. Pastor Ryan talks about what we can learn from this story.

“Jesus’ Transfiguration”, by Pastor Ryan Emmons

Revelation 14:1-3a (NLT) ; 啟 示 錄 14:1-3a (CUVS)
Deuteronomy 18:15-16 (NLT) ; 申 命 記 18:15-16 (CUVS)
Mark 9:2-8 (NLT) ; 馬 可 福 音 9:2-8 (CUVS)

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Painting: Transfiguration of Jesus, by Carl Bloch, 1865
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An open Bible page displaying the book of Mark next to a graphic announcing a sermon series titled 'God Revealed in Mark' from Argyle Road Baptist Church.

In fall of 2026, Pastor Ryan preached a sermon series on three pivotal scenes in the Gospel of Mark that reveal big insights about God.

The series was inspired by the fourth chapter of a book called Who Is God?: Key Moments of Biblical Revelation, by Richard Bauckham.

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A graphic depicting the baptism of Jesus, featuring two figures in a river, with light symbolizing divine presence above them. Text includes 'God Revealed in Mark Part 1: Jesus’ Baptism' and scripture references from Isaiah and Mark.

Mark’s gospel begins with John the Baptist and the baptism of Jesus. Nothing is said about Jesus before this. So when God’s voice sounds and says that he is please with Jesus, what is he referring to? And what does this reveal to us about God?

“God Revealed in Mark: Jesus’ Baptism” by Pastor Ryan Emmons

Isaiah 11:1-2 (NLT) ; 以 賽 亞 書 11:1-2 (CUVS)
Isaiah 42:1-4 (NIV) ; 以 賽 亞 書 42:1-4 (CUVS)
Mark 1:9-11 (NLT) ; 馬 可 福 音 1:9-11 (CUVS)

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In spring and early summer of 2026, Pastor Ryan preached a sermon series based on what he teaches baptismal candidates about life as a Christian in the church.

May 10 – Why We Worship
May 17 – How We Worship
May 24 – The Outcome of Worship
May 31 – God’s Work in Us
June 7 – Doing our part
June 21 – Guiding Principles for Christian Living
June 28 – Guiding Principles for Decision Making

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Now that we know we belong to Christ and that he loves us, how do we go about making decisions so that we can live godly lives? Pastor Ryan gives four principles we can use to help us make good ones.

“Guiding Principles for Decision Making” by Pastor Ryan Emmnons

Psalm 32:8-11 (NLT) ; 詩 篇 32:8-11 (CUVS)
Philippians 4:4-9 (NLT) ; 腓 立 比 書 4:4-9 (CUVS)

poster with four questions: 1. Will this help me grow as a Christian? 2. Will this master me? 3. Will this cause another Christian to stumble? 4. Will this glorify God?

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Hand holding a compass, oriented to the sun on the horizon. Sermon title and scriptures.

Pastor Ryan reminds us that as Christians, our identity is in Christ, not in our accomplishments and that we ultimately belong to God, not to ourselves. These principles are our foundation for knowing how to live our lives.

“Guiding Principles for Christian Living” by Pastor Ryan Emmons

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NLT) ; 歌 林 多 前 書 6:19-20 (CUVS)
Leviticus 26:9-13 (NIV) ; 利 未 記 26:9-13 (CUVS)

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God will help us grow in the Spirit, but we have to do our part as well. Pastor Ryan lists several things we can do that will keep us growing and keep us from working against what God is doing in us.

“Doing Our Part” by Pastor Ryan Emmons

Psalm 119:9-16 (NLT) ; 詩 篇 119:9-16 (CUVS)
Hebrews 12:1-3 (NLT) ; 希 伯 來 書 12:1-3 (CUVS)

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What happens in our lives when we worship God? We share the Good News with others with words and by living a Kingdom life.

“The Outcome of Worship” by Pastor Ryan Emmons

Matthew 28:16-20 (NLT) ; 馬 太 福 音 28:16-20 (CUVS)
Ephesians 3:6-7,10-11 (NLT) ; 以 弗 所 書 3:6-11 (CUVS)

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