An invitation into Life - Sermon on Mark 8:31-39

Jesus' life and ministry is a true reflection on the Paradox at the Heart of the Universe: that seeking our own life, fulfillment and happiness is ultimately futile, and it is only through giving our life away that we find true life. Jesus invites us to share not only suffering and death, but also resurrection life - the life that only he can give, through his own suffering and death. His call to discipleship is a call into the paradoxical life which he gives. This sermon on Mark 8 was preached on Sunday 4th March at St John's Southgate Lutheran Church. It is designed to be used with a bible study that can be found at this link. The Prezi zooming visual presentation for the sermon can be found at this link. Enjoy!