Mark 10: Almost Isn't Enough

Speaker: Michael Swearingen

Main Text: Mark 10

Description: In this sermon from Mark chapter 10, we encounter the story of the rich young man — someone who was so close to fully following Jesus, yet struggled to let go of control. Though he desired eternal life, his wealth, comfort, and sense of security quietly held a greater place in his heart.

Jesus uses this moment to reveal how money and possessions can easily become substitutes for trusting God. This message asks a challenging and personal question: what are we holding onto that’s keeping us from fully surrendering to Jesus?

This teaching from the Gospel of Mark invites believers to examine their priorities, release what competes with God, and experience the freedom that comes from wholehearted trust and obedience.

Topics: Trusting Jesus, Wealth and Faith, Surrender, Discipleship, Following Christ, Gospel of Mark