A study with Gene Pensiero Jr. through the Gospel of Mark where we learn the Messiah has arrived and what it really means to follow Him.
Did you know Mark not only wrote the first Gospel, but that he invented a new literary genre? One that is more than a simple biography - this is a we-interrupt-your-regularly-scheduled-programming, breaking news message that the Savior of the world has been revealed and has called out to YOU to follow Him.
In the Gospel of Mark, we learn that though we often fail to understand the truth about Jesus, failure isn't the last word thanks to His grace, power, and revelation.
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A study with Gene Pensiero Jr. through the Gospel of Mark where we learn the Messiah has arrived and what it really means to follow Him.
Did you know Mark not only wrote the first Gospel, but that he invented a new literary genre? One that is more than a simple biography - this is a we-interrupt-your-regularly-scheduled-programming, breaking news message that the Savior of the world has been revealed and has called out to YOU to follow Him.
In the Gospel of Mark, we learn that though we often fail to understand the truth about Jesus, failure isn't the last word thanks to His grace, power, and revelation.
Levi is summoned to follow Jesus and hosts a grand banquet for Him, His disciples, and a large group of tax collectors and sinners.
Our text in this study is: Mark 2:13-17
Series: Who Do You Say That He Is?
Gene Pensiero Jr
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Welcome to our latest video, "Mark 2:13-17 - Banqueting Bad," part of our ongoing Bible study series exploring the Gospel of Mark. This expository sermon dives deep into Mark 2:13-17, where Jesus calls Levi, a despised tax collector, to follow Him, revealing the transformative power of God’s grace. If you’re passionate about studying the Bible, growing in your Christian faith, or seeking practical insights for Christian living, this video is for you. Join us as we unpack this passage verse-by-verse, offering a fresh perspective on Jesus’ mission and what it means to be His disciple.
In this sermon, we explore how Jesus shocks the religious leaders by dining with tax collectors and sinners, challenging cultural norms and redefining spirituality. We’ll see how Levi—also known as Matthew—leaves everything to follow Jesus, illustrating repentance, faith, and the call to Christian living. This message is perfect for anyone interested in expository preaching, Calvary Chapel-style teaching, or understanding the heart of Christianity.
Our target audience includes Bible students, believers seeking spiritual growth, and those searching for sermons on the Gospel of Mark. Whether you’re researching Mark 2:13-17, studying Jesus’ interactions with sinners, or looking for Christian content to inspire your walk with Christ, this video delivers. We connect this passage to a dramatic real-life story from 2013, where a doctor saves a Pauline Larwood's life at The Mark restaurant, paralleling Jesus’ rescue mission for the lost. Keywords such as Jesus and sinners, tax collectors in the Bible, and God’s grace will help you find this video in your search for biblical truth.
This study highlights key themes: Jesus’ compassion, the cost of discipleship, and the conflict with the Pharisees. It’s ideal for viewers interested in Christianity’s core message, expository Bible teaching, or sermons that apply Scripture to everyday life. Search terms like Mark 2 sermon, Levi’s calling, and Christian faith are woven throughout to boost visibility in YouTube’s algorithm, ensuring this video reaches those hungry for God’s Word. We also touch on Levi’s identity as Matthew, the Gospel writer, adding depth to this Bible study.
Subscribe for more Gospel of Mark sermons and join our community at Calvary Chapel as we journey through Scripture. This video is designed to appear in suggested feeds for fans of Bible teaching, Christian sermons, and Jesus-centered content. Watch now to discover how Jesus’ call to “follow me” changes lives—then and now. Explore related topics like repentance in Christianity, the Pharisees’ opposition, and living as a disciple today. Let’s grow together in faith, understanding, and devotion to Christ through this powerful study of Mark 2:13-17.
The Gospel Of Mark // Who Do You Say That He Is?
A study with Gene Pensiero Jr. through the Gospel of Mark where we learn the Messiah has arrived and what it really means to follow Him.
Did you know Mark not only wrote the first Gospel, but that he invented a new literary genre? One that is more than a simple biography - this is a we-interrupt-your-regularly-scheduled-programming, breaking news message that the Savior of the world has been revealed and has called out to YOU to follow Him.
In the Gospel of Mark, we learn that though we often fail to understand the truth about Jesus, failure isn't the last word thanks to His grace, power, and revelation.
