Mark

What is the price of truly following Christ? In this sobering and powerful message from Mark 6, Pastor McClendon delves into the martyrdom of John the Baptist to expose the high stakes of discipleship. Through the story of Herod, Herodias, and Salome, we see how arrogance, grudges, and social pressure can collide with faithfulness. This sermon challenges us to answer the question: "How hard and wide are you willing to be stretched for God?" Prepare to be stirred, convicted, and called to a deeper, more costly commitment.

📖 Key Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

🎯 Main Points:
The Stretch of Discipleship: Growing in Discipline, Mindset, Capacity, Purpose, and Faith.
The Characters of Compromise:
Herod: The Arrogant and Confused
Herodias: The Grudge-Holder
Salome: The Pawn
The Crowd: Those Who Watch Loudly

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction: The Cost of Being Stretched
6:10 - The Stretch in Five Areas
14:20 - Herod: The Confused King
23:25 - Herodias: The Power of a Grudge
31:45 - Salome: A Warning About Influence
46:35 - Closing Challenge & Prayer

💬 Discussion Question: In which of the five areas (Discipline, Mindset, Capacity, Purpose, or Faith) do you feel God is stretching you the most right now?

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