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Jonathan Rowe


Bread for All: God’s Dream of Abundance in Mark 7:24–8:10
In Mark 7:24–8:10, Jesus heals and feeds, showing that God’s dream of inclusion, healing, and abundance extends to all people.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 17, 20242 min read


Pure Hearts: Confronting Tradition in Mark 7:1–23
In Mark 7:1–23, Jesus teaches that true purity flows from the heart, calling us to live into God’s Dream of love, compassion, and justice.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 16, 20242 min read


Abundance and Assurance in Mark 6:30–56
In Mark 6:30–56, Jesus feeds the hungry, calms fears, and heals the sick, revealing God’s dream of abundance and assurance for all.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 14, 20242 min read


The Cost of Truth: John the Baptist’s Death in Mark 6:14–29
In Mark 6:14–29, John the Baptist’s courage inspires us to stand for God’s truth, even when it costs us. Live boldly for God’s dream.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 13, 20242 min read


Faithful Messengers: Sending Out the Twelve in Mark 6:1–13
In Mark 6:1–13, Jesus sends out the twelve to preach and heal, inviting them—and us—into God’s Dream of hope, trust, and renewal.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Faith That Heals: Jesus Brings Hope to the Hurting in Mark 5:21–43
In Mark 5:21–43, Jesus heals a suffering woman and raises a girl to life, revealing God’s Dream of healing, renewal, and hope through faith.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 11, 20242 min read


Freedom Restored: Jesus Confronts Chaos in Mark 5:1–20
In Mark 5:1–20, Jesus restores a man possessed by demons, revealing God’s dream of freedom, renewal, and hope in the midst of chaos.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 10, 20242 min read


Light Revealed: Jesus Illuminates God’s Dream in Mark 4:21–41
In Mark 4:21–end, Jesus reveals God’s dream of light and growth, calling us to trust in the hidden work of his kingdom.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 9, 20242 min read


Sowing Seeds of Hope: Jesus Reveals God’s Dream in the Parable of the Sower
In Mark 4:1-20, Jesus shares the parable of the sower, teaching us about hope, spiritual growth, and the condition of our hearts.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 7, 20242 min read


Choosing the Twelve: Jesus Builds His Dream in Mark 3:13–35
In Mark 3:13–35, Jesus appoints the twelve and redefines family, building a community of hope and healing rooted in doing God’s will.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 6, 20242 min read


Restoring Life: Jesus Redefines the Sabbath in Mark 2:23–3:12
In Mark 2:23–3:12, Jesus restores hope through Sabbath healing, showing that God’s Dream prioritizes life, compassion, and renewal.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 5, 20242 min read


Hope That Heals: Reflections on Mark 2:1-22
Hope shines in Mark 2:1-22 as Jesus forgives, heals, and calls us to renewal, inviting us to embrace the new wine of his Kingdom.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 4, 20242 min read


Authority and Compassion: Following Jesus’s Mission in Mark 1:21-45
Jesus teaches, heals, and prays with purpose in Mark 1:21-45, showing us how to balance compassion with staying true to God’s Dream.
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 3, 20242 min read


Called to Share: Mark 1:1-20 and Inviting Others into God's Dream
Mark 1.1-20 Mark's Gospel begins with John the Baptist preparing the way for Jesus by calling people to repentance and baptizing them in...
Jonathan Rowe
Dec 2, 20242 min read


Advent Reflections: Mark's Version of God’s Dream for the World
Advent is also an invitation to open ourselves to God’s Dream for the world—a vision of love, justice, and healing that transforms lives.
Jonathan Rowe
Nov 25, 20242 min read


The Next Chapter: Reflecting on the Year's Highlights
Every year, as the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve, there's a collective sigh of relief worldwide...
Jonathan Rowe
Jan 1, 20243 min read


Second Chances: The Art of Welcoming People Back
The second visit provides an opportunity to begin forging connections with those who have made this place their spiritual home.
Jonathan Rowe
Nov 1, 20233 min read


A Hard Sermon to Preach
What if we're meant to be deeply troubled by the king's response in this parable?
Jonathan Rowe
Oct 15, 20233 min read


From Confusion to Connection: Rethinking Baptism
A young family approaches their local Anglican Church with hopes of having their baby baptised. However, what should be the start of a spiri
Jonathan Rowe
Oct 1, 20233 min read


The Gates of Hades and Comfortable Religion
Here are a number of thoughts and ruminations that ran through my head as I prepared to preach on Sunday 27 August 2023.
Jonathan Rowe
Aug 22, 202322 min read
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