It's a new season in the Christian Calendar! We've entered the season of lent. In today's reading, we hear of three major events that happen in rapid fire, one after another.  And as these events lead into the first words our Lord Jesus speaks as He begins His ministry on earth, He speaks the phrase "The Kingdom Is Near".  Does it have any meaning at all? Does it have any relevance for us today? Listen for the challenge and listen for the answers as Pastor Craig relates this pandemic world to this familiar phrase of the church. Star Wars fans, we especially have some fun recollections for you as well. Our main reading comes from Mark 1:9-15. We also refer to Ephesians 4:5-6 and Genesis 3:19.