“In this powerful look at Mark 15 and the mysterious ending of the Gospel of Mark, the sermon titled “The Un:Ending" challenges us to reframe our understanding of both Jesus’ mission and our place in the ongoing story of God’s work in the world. Jesus, the God-incarnate Savior, came not to rule like the kings of the world, but to bring restoration, healing, and reconciliation between God and mankind. He did this by going to the outcasts, speaking life where there was death, and ultimately laying down His life for the salvation of humanity.

At the heart of the message lies the profound truth found in Mark 15: "He is not here." These words, spoken at Jesus' empty tomb, mark the turning point in history, where the earthly ministry of Jesus seemingly ends but the story continues—without a definitive conclusion. The abrupt ending in Mark, espec ...