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Mark 8:31–9:1

This sermon, based on Mark 8:31-9:1, challenges our modern obsession with external success and happiness. Using research from Jean Twenge's "Generations," Jared Kennedy highlights how chasing wealth, fame, and image leads to anxiety and dissatisfaction. Instead, Jesus reveals a radically different path. He predicts his own suffering, death, and resurrection, shocking his disciples who expected a conquering Messiah. When Peter rebukes Jesus, he's met with a strong rebuke in return: "Get behind me, Satan!" Jesus clarifies that true fulfillment isn't found in worldly gain, but in surrendering our lives to Him.