# Richard Ferguson

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It Is Near - Mark 13:28-31

What good is it to know that his coming is near? Would you live differently if you knew for sure it would be in your lifetime? Shouldn't you live that way all the time? And if we can't know when it will happen, what does "near" even mean? If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the…

Kids and caffeine: Is there any acceptable amount?

When you feel a little sluggish during the workday, what do you usually do? If you're like most people, you probably head for an energy drink, a cup of coffee, or a good ol' Diet Coke. But should your kids do the same thing when they're feeling sluggish? Medical research would suggest otherwise. Wi…

7 The End Is Near—But What Does Near Mean? Mark 13:28-31

In this in-depth expository sermon on Mark 13:28–31, we examine Jesus' parable of the fig tree and the meaning of His statement that His coming is "near." What does "near" actually mean? Can Christians know when Christ will return? What is the significance of the fig tree, summer, harvest, judgment…

8 How to “Watch” for Jesus’ Coming - Mark 13:32–37

How should Christians watch for Christ's return? What does Jesus actually mean when He commands us to "keep watch"? In Mark 13:32–37, Jesus gives His disciples a final and repeated command concerning His Second Coming: "Keep Watch!" But this passage raises an important question: If no one knows th…

1 Would You Spend $50K on Jesus? – Mark 14:1-8

Why would a woman anoint Jesus for burial while he was still alive? And was it a wise use of a year's wages? In Mark 14:1–8, we encounter an unnamed woman who breaks an alabaster jar of extremely expensive perfume and pours it over Jesus. The disciples are outraged. They see waste. Jesus sees some…

One party, 11 egos: inside the Greens’ meltdown

New leader, same old drama for the Greens, whose outsize capacity for melodrama marks a crisis of confidence for the party that’s become more about Gaza than the grassroots. Today, Richard Ferguson on where the Greens are actually going.  Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see …

2 Six Signs You’re Falling Asleep Spiritually (Mark 14:1–9)

Could you be drifting into spiritual sleep without even realizing it? Discover six biblical warning signs of spiritual complacency in this in-depth, expository sermon on Mark 14:1–9. Spiritual sleep rarely happens overnight. Just as a driver can gradually fall asleep behind the wheel without recog…

3 A deeper look at Judas—Could You Betray Jesus Too? - Mark 14:10-21

Why did Judas Iscariot betray Jesus? Was it really just about 30 pieces of silver—or was something far more dangerous happening in his heart? In this in-depth Bible study of Mark 14:10–16, we explore the betrayal of Jesus Christ, the spiritual danger of loving money, and the remarkable truth that …

Utah doctor shares guidance amid early flu season

Fevers, sore throat, headaches, and coughing -- those are just a few of the symptoms commonly associated with the flu. And while we usually associate the flu with cold weather, this year's flu is already ramping up even before the weather really turns. With an earlier season underway, does it mean …

4 Take and Eat - Mark 14:22-26

If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a 5-stars rating. This helps others find the podcast. My sermons are the fruit of nearly 30 years of pastoral ministry, biblical counseling, formal seminary training, and a lifelong passion for God's Word. Since chil…