Episodes
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Jan. 14, 2025
Mark 11 - Jesus Enters Jerusalem
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
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Jan. 13, 2025
Mark 10 - Through the Eye of the Needle and Servant Based Leadership
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
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Jan. 12, 2025
Mark 9 - The Kingdom of God
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
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Jan. 11, 2025
Mark 8 - Take Up Your Cross - What does this mean?
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.
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Jan. 11, 2025
Mark 8 - Who do you say that I am?
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?"
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Jan. 10, 2025
Mark 7 - The Heart
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
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Jan. 10, 2025
Mark 6 - Why Faith Matters
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
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Jan. 9, 2025
A.I. Bias
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.
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Jan. 9, 2025
Mark 5 - Jesus reveals that he is God
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
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Jan. 8, 2025
Mark 4 - Calming the Storms - And Great Parables - The Sower, The Mustard Seed and the Lamp of Light
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
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Jan. 6, 2025
Mark 3- Jesus challenges the religious leaders
In the third chapter of Mark, we continue our theme of exposing Jesus as God and delve into the "unforgivable sin." We also see the selection of the 12 and family issues. Mark 3 Discussion
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Jan. 5, 2025
Mark 2 - Jesus is God
As you continue reading Mark, a challenge will arise. In every chapter, there is unequivocal proof that Jesus is God. Jesus is doing something that ONLY God can do. Mark 2 Notes and Discussion
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Jan. 5, 2025
Mark 1 - Jesus' Ministry Begins
Jesus Ministry Begins - Discussion for Mark 1 verses 14-45.
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Jan. 4, 2025
Mark Chapter 1 Verses 1-12
Mark goes fast and you can miss a lot if you don't slow down. We are diving in Mark slow. Here is a discussion of the 1st 12 verses of Mark Chapter 1
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Jan. 4, 2025
MARK: Intro to Podcast Series for the Gospel of Mark
We are introducing a series that walks our listeners through the Gospel of Mark. We realize that our Podcasts can go down many rabbit holes and can be confusing to some. So, with this, we will attempt to maintain clarity and hopefully eliminate some confusion as you listen. Yes, we will still go down some rabbit holes but only to support what we are reading in Mark and give you some of the back story, context, and a deeper understanding. The Gospel of Mark is like the cliff-notes version of the ...
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Jan. 2, 2025
Intro To Mark -
We are walking through the Gospel of Mark. He's an overview of the Gospel of Mark before we jump in.
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Dec. 21, 2024
A Future Christian's Dilemma
Challenging your faith in the future when A.I. and Science can answer your prayers. Based on a thought experiment with A.I. that takes place not so far in the distant future. If I get enough interest, I can post the text of the original source material.
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Dec. 21, 2024
Christmas - Meaning and Folklore
Where does the Christmas Tree come from? Or Santa and His Reindeer? Or the Elves? Buckle up - Here we go down another rabbit hole
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Dec. 21, 2024
The Meaning of the Cross
As a new Christian, I had a hard time conflating what Jesus did on the cross with what he accomplished. Then, I started studying Paul more and digging into the unseen realm. (There's even a book by that name by Michael Heiser—totally worth reading!). My entire perspective and appreciation for Christ have changed dramatically as I began to grasp the spiritual battles and stop just focusing on my earthly challenges.
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Dec. 21, 2024
The Spiritual Realm - Know Thine Enemy
You can't fight a battle if you don't know who or what you're fighting. This podcast illuminates your spiritual enemies so you can see where they came from and devise your battle plan from a position of clarity and strength.
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Dec. 20, 2024
When God Hands Us Over
What happens when you choose to disconnect from God? God will not force your hand. What happens when God hands you over?
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Dec. 19, 2024
Joshua's Giants
I take the giants of the Old Testament quite literally. Doing so will help you gain a deeper understanding of the Bible and a richer understanding of your own personal challenges.
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Dec. 17, 2024
D&D - Bible Adventure Style - Using Joshua
Why not reinvent a game like D&D so that it carries biblical narratives? Intriguing? Listen to this.