In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton begins teaching Mark 2:13–17 in Part 1 of “The Doctor Is In.”
As Jesus passes by the sea, He calls Levi the tax collector to follow Him—then reclines at table with tax collectors and sinners. When the scribes of the Pharisees object, Jesus answers with a clear statement of His mission: “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick… I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.”
This passage calls every listener to consider their true need before God, to see the mercy of Christ toward the outcast and the morally broken, and to recognize that Jesus alone is the Great Physician who heals the soul.

Passage: Mark 2:13–17

Series: Gospel of Mark

In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton continues teaching Mark 2:1–12 in Part 2 of “The Ultimate Let-Down.”

After four men lower a paralytic down through the roof, Jesus declares, “Son, your sins are forgiven”—a statement that provokes the scribes, because only God can forgive sins. In this message, Jesus reveals His identity and authority as the Son of Man by proving that He has authority on earth to forgive sins, and He confirms it with a miracle that leaves the crowd amazed and glorifying God.This passage calls every listener to consider who Jesus is, why forgiveness is our greatest need, and how Christ alone can provide what no religion or human effort ever could.

Passage: Mark 2:1–12
Series: Gospel of Mark

In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton begins teaching Mark 2:1–12 with Part 1 of “The Ultimate Let-Down.”

When Jesus returns to Capernaum, the crowd gathers so tightly that four men carrying a paralytic can’t get near Him. In a bold act of faith, they open the roof and lower their friend down in front of Jesus. But instead of addressing the man’s physical condition first, Jesus goes straight to the deeper need—declaring, “Son, your sins are forgiven.”This message introduces the central theme of the passage: the gospel Jesus preaches is not “do and receive,” but repent and believe—and the forgiveness we need most can only be given by God through Christ.

Passage: Mark 2:1–12
Series: Gospel of Mark

In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton continues teaching Mark 1:40–45

In Part 2 of “No hand sanitizer necessary.” a leper comes to Jesus in shame and desperation, pleading, “If You will, You can make me clean.” Jesus responds with compassion—reaching out to touch the unclean man and cleansing him immediately with a word. This message highlights Christ’s authority over uncleanness, His mercy toward the broken, and what this miracle teaches us about the cleansing and salvation only Jesus can give. The passage also shows the weight of Jesus’ command to the healed man and the consequences that follow as the news spreads.

Passage: Mark 1:40–45
Series: Gospel of Mark

In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton begins teaching Mark 1:40–45 and shows the compassion and authority of Jesus Christ as He cleanses a leper.

A man marked by uncleanness and isolation comes to Jesus with a simple plea: “If You will, You can make me clean.” Jesus responds with mercy—stretching out His hand, touching him, and making him clean immediately. This message highlights the reality of human brokenness, the cleansing power of Christ, and why this miracle points beyond physical healing to the salvation Jesus offers to sinners.

Passage: Mark 1:40–45

Series: Gospel of Mark

In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton continues teaching Mark 1:35–39 and shows how Jesus Christ models the power of God-centered priorities through prayer and obedience.

After withdrawing to pray, Jesus is found by His disciples and told, “Everyone is looking for You.” Yet Jesus refuses to be driven by the crowd and stays focused on God’s agenda: going on to the next towns to preach, for that is why He came. This message highlights why prayer is essential for spiritual clarity, how Jesus chooses what is best over what is merely good, and how believers can live with purpose under pressure.

Passage: Mark 1:35–39

Series: Gospel of Mark

In this episode of Growing In Grace from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, Pastor Bart Horton teaches Mark 1:35–39 and shows how Jesus Christ models the power of God-centered priorities through prayer and obedience.

After an intense day of ministry, Jesus rises very early—while it is still dark—and withdraws to a desolate place to pray. When the disciples search for Him and tell Him that everyone is looking for Him, Jesus refuses to be driven by the crowd and stays focused on God’s agenda: preaching the gospel in the next towns. This message highlights why prayer is essential for spiritual strength, how Jesus chooses what is best over what is merely good, and how believers can live with clarity and purpose in a busy world.

Passage: Mark 1:35–39

Series: Gospel of Mark

In Part 2 of The Proof is in the Pudding, Pastor Bart Horton continues teaching Mark 1:29–34 and shows how Jesus proves He is the Messiah through inexhaustible power and unmatched compassion.

As the Sabbath ends at sundown, the whole city gathers at the door bringing the sick and demon-oppressed—and Jesus heals many and casts out many demons. This message highlights Christ’s mercy toward the weak, the reality of life in a fallen world, and how Jesus’ miracles preview His ultimate plan to reverse the curse and restore creation. Pastor Bart also clarifies the difference between physical healing and salvation, reminding us that the greatest need is to be made right with God through repentance and faith in Christ.

Passage: Mark 1:29–34