Finding Fruit

May 31, 2026    Thailer Jimerson

In Mark 11, Jesus curses a leafy fig tree and confronts a busy temple. This sermon explores how Mark’s strange story reveals the difference between outward appearance and inward faithfulness.



Scripture: Mark 11.12-14

(Additional Reading: Mark 5.21-43; Jeremiah 7.3-15, 8.11-13; John 15.1-8)


Warm-Up:

What’s something that’s impressive on the outside but disappointing when you actually experience it?





“For each tree is known by its own fruit”

- Jesus of Nazareth -