Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0999A recorded on June 2, 1985 teaching from Mark 8:15-38 – But Whom Say Ye That I Am?
Pastor Cyril A. Stevens centers on the crucial question Jesus poses to His disciples in Mark 8:29, contrasting the world’s opinion of Christ with the personal conviction of His followers. Stevens highlights the stark difference between the world’s perception of Jesus as merely “soft and gentle” and the Bible’s standard for Christian life, emphasizing that following Christ inevitably involves suffering, as the Messiah Himself suffered, was rejected, and killed before His resurrection. Ultimately, Pastor Stevens challenges listeners to move beyond the popular consensus and articulate their own belief, echoing Peter’s profound declaration, “Thou art the Christ,” and finding victory over death through faith in the living Savior.