Everything Is Under Control
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, as we gather to discuss Your Word today, we ask that You would open our hearts and minds to what You want to teach us. Lord, just as Jesus had everything under control even in the most difficult circumstances, help us to trust You with the details of our lives that seem unclear or overwhelming. Guide our conversation today, challenge us where we need to be challenged, and comfort us where we need comfort. May we leave this discussion with a deeper understanding of Your sovereignty and a stronger faith in Your perfect plan. In Jesus' name, amen.
Summary
In this sermon, Pastor Jason explores Mark 14:12-21, focusing on the theme "Jesus has everything under control." He examines how Jesus maintained complete control over the events leading to His crucifixion, even when details seemed unclear to the disciples. The sermon highlights Jesus' precise instructions for preparing the Passover meal, His foreknowledge of Judas' betrayal, and how everything fulfilled Old Testament prophecy. Pastor Jason emphasizes that Jesus' control extends beyond comfortable circumstances into the chaos of life, and that believers can trust Him even when details are unclear, news is unexpected, and eternity is unavoidable. The message concludes with a call to repentance and faith in Christ as the only way to salvation.
Key Verses
Mark 14:16
Mark 14:18-20
Mark 14:21
Psalm 41:9
John 14:6
Key Takeaways
Jesus maintains control even when details are seemingly unclear to us.
Jesus maintains control even when news is sorrowfully unexpected.
Jesus maintains control even when eternity is unavoidable.
God's sovereignty does not negate human responsibility - we are still called to repent and believe.
True trust in Jesus naturally leads to obedience to Jesus.
Ending Prayer
Lord Jesus, we thank You for the reminder that You have everything under control. When our lives feel chaotic, when the details are unclear, when unexpected news comes our way, and when we face the reality of eternity - You remain sovereign over it all. Forgive us for the times we've tried to maintain control instead of trusting You. Help us to respond to Your control with obedience, even when we don't understand Your ways. Give us the courage to follow You without knowing all the details, and the faith to trust Your perfect plan. Thank You that we can rest in Your sovereignty today and every day. In Your powerful name we pray, amen.