I found the other reviews interesting - I attended for about 2 years. I had positive experiences in general with the other attendees although I did not get too deep with anyone in particular.
Mark is indeed VERY entertaining; however, ultimately, I am not interested in being entertained (that is what YouTube is for...).
He is a mediocre theologian - relying basically on pre-medieval traditions that he cloaks in kind of a hip style (ripped jeans, etc.).
I was disappointed with his lack of respect for other human beings - and his arrogance. These characteristics are so prevalent, they sort of trademarks which I think he takes pride in. An example was his juxtaposition between vegans and homosexuals as well as between "potheads" and "theives", etc. But it comes accross on a regular basis.
I did like one Pastor - James Harlman over in the Lake City/Wedgewood church - he seemed genuinely humble and yet was also a genuine human being. No guarantees - I have not gone further.
However, if you want run of the mill Evangelical that is sort of culturally hip - maybe this would work for you. As for me, I need the fullness of God in Christ in my life - and, unless God specifically directed me to attend again, I would not use my time in that manner - I need to spend it meeting Him rather than being entertained by Mark.
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