Episodes

We've already established that you're willing to pay a lot for youth and beauty. We're just negotiating on price!

This is a tough to listen to for some people. I was there too! I've always considered myself to be a good person... but that doesn't get you there!

Wondering About the Rapture? So were we. : )

This short story, told by John Oswalt, BiblicalTraining.org (Isaiah Study), has resonated with me. I've included the original telling at the end of this commentary because nobody can tell the story the way Dr. Oswalt does.

There's a line in Malachi that is unsettling. We dive deep into it's meaning... "Jacob I loved, and Esau I hated". Can God really hate?

This is a bit of a diversion but worth listening to. I think it relates to everyone at some level. We asked ChatGPT: "If you were the Devil, how would you stop someone from being successful". The answers are not exactly mind blowing... That's the point! We're bombarded with demons everyday. The key is to shine a light on these tactics and be able to respond to them. That's what this podcast does!

We often think that free will defines our ability to choose between good and evil, between life and death. What does it mean in a world where death is vanquished, where evil doesn't exist? Is there free will anymore? NOTE and BIBLE STUDY

We're all caught up in the Terminator-type ending where the machines take over. Delve into this fascinating conversation about why AI will never want to wipe out humanity.

A subtle but profound shift in your thinking and how you pray can have a tremendous impact on your prayer. Do you pray with doubt? Do you always give God a way out: "Not my will, but yours...". I'm not saying this is wrong, but a subtle shift in your confidence and your faith in who God is and His ability to answer your prayer may change the way you pray. Along with this podcast, you can find a prayer guide for yourself or your prayer group to help you embrace this and go deeper. Visit: https:...

So you've made it to the end of Mark and you still have questions? Everybody does! This is the podcast for you. It will help you put it all together, in context and help you understand the weight and the gravity of what Jesus accomplished. NOTES

Mark 15 is almost like the cliff-notes version of Jesus's crucifixion. Don't worry; we fill in some of the details in this deep dive. Notes

Mark 14 - Jesus is betrayed by Judas who leads his captors to the place where Jesus is praying to arrest him. We discover that even the best intentions of the disciples can't withstand the pressure of this moment and Jesus finds Himself alone to defend Himself. NOTES

Mark 13. Some things you may now know about the Jewish temple - then and now. Be prepared for some prophecy in this deep dive.

This chapter of Mark can take you deep into Christian understand. It helps to read the provided discussion... especially Psalm 110. The Parable of the Tenants, The Old Widow teaches us about Giving and we really only need two commandments! NOTES

Mark Chapter 11 tells the story of Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem. We see the cleansing of the temple and the Fig Tree highlighting major themes of this chapter. Notes

In Mark 10, we begin to see the disciples' transformations and their relationship with Jesus. For the first time, Jesus refers to them as "children," indicating his deep affection for their growing relationship with Him and the Father. We are introduced to a very famous comment by Jesus: It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God. Jesus also reflects on the ideas of servant-driven leadership. NOTES

Mark Chapter 9 is a profound, super-rich chapter. We take time to unpack it and shed some light on its deeper meaning and implications. NOTES

Mark 8:34 And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Don't blow by this passage.

Feeding the thousands is done a second time and the disciples still don't get it! But they are coming around. How's your faith coming around? It's worth asking. And how would you answer: "Who do you say I am?"

Mark 7 Deals with outward action versus heart-felt motivation. This will challenge you and lead you to understand that transformation is a process. Faith is not a ritual or a feeling but a journey toward seeing and believing who God is. NOTES

Mark 6 is rich in meaning and this podcast is a little longer, exploring and re-exploring some of the deeper meaning about faith. - The fate of John the Baptist - Jesus in his Home Town - Sending out the Apostles - Feeding the 5000 - Walking on Water NOTES

In our podcast, we use AI a lot for research. If you are considering using AI, please listen to this message and understand that what you learn from AI requires discernment. You may be a little shocked at what you discover.

Mark 5 is a pivotal chapter. Jesus reveals his divinity openly and tells the man he just released the demons from (legion) to go tell everyone! Mark 5 provides a deeper understanding of faith and healing. Finally, Jesus shows his authority over death. NOTES

Jesus Calms the Storm - More evidence of his deity. Every chapter of Mark has proof that Jesus is God. Great Parables in this chapter. NOTES MARK CHAPTER 4