Mark 5 = Fear Not

*"That you will, dearie, and no mistake," said Mrs. Beaver. "If there’s anyone who can appear before Aslan without their knees knocking, they’re either braver than most or else just silly."

"Then he isn’t safe?" said Lucy.

"Safe?" said Mr. Beaver; "don't you hear what Mrs. Beaver tells you? Who said anything about safe? 'Course he isn't safe. But he's good. He's the King, I tell you."

Sermon Title: "Faith Over Fear: The Power of Christ in Our Storms"

Theme: Trusting Jesus in the Midst of Life's Challenges

Jesus Is Sovereign Over All

Mark 4:35–41 ESV

35 On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, “Let us go across to the other side.” 36 And leaving the crowd, they took him with them in the boat, just as he was. And other boats were with him. 37 And a great windstorm arose, and the waves were breaking into the boat, so that the boat was already filling. 38 But he was in the stern, asleep on the cushion. And they woke him and said to him, “Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing?” 39 And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. 40 He said to them, “Why are you so afraid? Have you still no faith?” 41 And they were filled with great fear and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?”

The Disciples’ Fear

Mark 4:40 “40 He said to them, “Why are you so afraid? Have you still no faith?””

Isaiah 41:10 “10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Jesus Calms the Storm

Mark 4:39 “39 And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.”

Psalm 89:9 “9 You rule the raging of the sea; when its waves rise, you still them.”

The Response of the Disciples

Mark 4:41 “41 And they were filled with great fear and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?””

Psalm 107:29 “29 He made the storm be still, and the waves of the sea were hushed.”

Illustration: A group of explorers witnessing a breathtaking sight, realizing the enormity of what they are experiencing.

Application: Let your awe of Christ deepen your faith. Be willing to ask questions that lead to a greater understanding of His power.

Jesus Restores the Broken

Mark 5:1–20 = The Demon Possessed Man - Legion

The Condition of the Man

Ephesians 2:1 “1 And you were dead in the trespasses and sins”

The Power of Jesus' Authority

Mark 5:8 “8 For he was saying to him, “Come out of the man, you unclean spirit!””

Colossians 1:13 “13 He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son,”

His Transformation

Mark 5:15 “15 And they came to Jesus and saw the demon-possessed man, the one who had had the legion, sitting there, clothed and in his right mind, and they were afraid.”

2 Corinthians 5:17 “17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

Quote: "The Gospel is not about what we can do for God, but what God has done for us." – Timothy Keller

Application: No matter how broken or far gone you feel, Jesus can restore you completely.

Mark 5:21–24 ESV

21 And when Jesus had crossed again in the boat to the other side, a great crowd gathered about him, and he was beside the sea. 22 Then came one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name, and seeing him, he fell at his feet 23 and implored him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well and live.” 24 And he went with him. And a great crowd followed him and thronged about him.

Jesus Heals the Afflicted

Mark 5:24–34 ESV

24 And he went with him. And a great crowd followed him and thronged about him. 25 And there was a woman who had had a discharge of blood for twelve years, 26 and who had suffered much under many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was no better but rather grew worse. 27 She had heard the reports about Jesus and came up behind him in the crowd and touched his garment. 28 For she said, “If I touch even his garments, I will be made well.” 29 And immediately the flow of blood dried up, and she felt in her body that she was healed of her disease. 30 And Jesus, perceiving in himself that power had gone out from him, immediately turned about in the crowd and said, “Who touched my garments?” 31 And his disciples said to him, “You see the crowd pressing around you, and yet you say, ‘Who touched me?’ ” 32 And he looked around to see who had done it. 33 But the woman, knowing what had happened to her, came in fear and trembling and fell down before him and told him the whole truth. 34 And he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace, and be healed of your disease.”

The Woman’s Suffering

Mark 5:25 “twelve years,”

Job 14:1 “1 “Man who is born of a woman is few of days and full of trouble.”

Her Faith in Action

Mark 5:28 “28 For she said, “If I touch even his garments, I will be made well.””

Matthew 9:22 “22 Jesus turned, and seeing her he said, “Take heart, daughter; your faith has made you well.” And instantly the woman was made well.”

The Healing Touch of Jesus

Mark 5:34 “34 And he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace, and be healed of your disease.””

Isaiah 53:5 “5 But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed.”

Quote: "Healing does not mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives." – Unknown

Application: In your pain and suffering, reach out to Jesus; He is the source of healing and hope.

Jesus Brings Hope in Despair

Mark 5:35–43 ESV

35 While he was still speaking, there came from the ruler’s house some who said, “Your daughter is dead. Why trouble the Teacher any further?” 36 But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the ruler of the synagogue, “Do not fear, only believe.” 37 And he allowed no one to follow him except Peter and James and John the brother of James. 38 They came to the house of the ruler of the synagogue, and Jesus saw a commotion, people weeping and wailing loudly. 39 And when he had entered, he said to them, “Why are you making a commotion and weeping? The child is not dead but sleeping.” 40 And they laughed at him. But he put them all outside and took the child’s father and mother and those who were with him and went in where the child was. 41 Taking her by the hand he said to her, “Talitha cumi,” which means, “Little girl, I say to you, arise.” 42 And immediately the girl got up and began walking (for she was twelve years of age), and they were immediately overcome with amazement. 43 And he strictly charged them that no one should know this, and told them to give her something to eat.

The Father’s Despair

Mark 5:35 “35 While he was still speaking, there came from the ruler’s house some who said, “Your daughter is dead. Why trouble the Teacher any further?””

Psalm 42:5 “5 Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation”

Jesus' Assurance

Mark 5:36 “36 But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the ruler of the synagogue, “Do not fear, only believe.””

John 14:1 “1 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.”

The Miracle of Life

Mark 5:41–42 “41 Taking her by the hand he said to her, “Talitha cumi,” which means, “Little girl, I say to you, arise.” 42 And immediately the girl got up and began walking (for she was twelve years of age), and they were immediately overcome with amazement.”

Revelation 21:4 “4 He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.””

Quote: "Hope is the anchor of the soul." – Charles Spurgeon

Illustration: A father hears the devastating news of his daughter’s death. Yet, when Jesus intervenes, despair gives way to hope and life, demonstrating that Jesus has authority over death itself.

Application: In moments of despair, hold on to the hope that Jesus brings; He can turn your situation around.

Conclusion:

In every encounter in Mark 5, we see the transformative power of Jesus. He restores the broken, heals the afflicted, and brings hope in despair. Let us embrace the life-changing power of Christ in our lives and share that hope with others.

Group Questions

Can you share a time in your life when you felt broken or isolated? How did that experience shape your view of restoration?

Why do we often doubt God’s presence when trials come? Why do some people reject Jesus even after seeing His power?

What does it mean to you that Jesus has authority over your struggles? How does that impact your daily life? How can we develop a habit of trusting Jesus in difficult times?

The woman who reached out to touch Jesus' garment demonstrated great faith. What are some ways you can actively express your faith in challenging situations?

How can we differentiate between physical healing and emotional or spiritual healing? Why is both important in our walk with Christ?

Have you ever experienced a moment of despair that was transformed by hope? How did your faith play a role in that transformation?

In what ways can our group support one another in times of suffering or despair? How can we create an environment where healing can occur?

How can we share the message of Jesus’ transforming power with others in our community who might feel hopeless or broken?

What specific areas of your life are you seeking restoration or healing? How can we pray for one another in these areas?

After reflecting on Jesus’ transformative power, what is one actionable step you can take this week to embrace that power in your own life or the life of someone else? What does it mean to live a transformed life?