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s5e17 The Parable of the Soils and Jesus' ExplanationObservations/QuestionsHe gets in a boat to preach, which seems to happen often to get away from the crowds; how pressing were they? Why does Mark not seem to record many parables? How does he use the word "parable"?"Listen" in v. 3 seems commanding; Mt and Lk don't include this...Four types of soil, and the focus seems to be on the soils, not the sowerthe deficient soils - 3 types; the good soil also seems to have three typeswould this story be confusing to those who did not hear the explanation?what is meant by secret?what is the significance of IS 6?the discussion with the disciples and others - what is his purpose in this?the explanation seems obvious - is there something we are missing?Meaning:Jesus came to reveal the kingdom of GodEveryone has a response to the Kingdom of God/ to accept or rejectApplication:Walk closer to Jesus: He spells out responses to the message - what is the soil of my heart?Modeling Jesus: Living ministry with his understanding - and not become disheartened when running into different soil types.Praise Jesus: He has revealed the kingdom of God to us! Group Questions:Describe the four types of soil and expound on each one - give examples of how hearts reflect this teaching.What did Jesus mean by secret?What soil does your heart relate to and why?What strikes you the most in this text and why?SOMA episodes will be moving to a new SOMA - New Hope Bible Studies Podcast in Feb 2022 - stay tuned!Tune in soon in 2022 to New Hope Underground - coming back! Check out our other podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e16 Jesus' Family and Blasphemy of the Holy SpiritObservations/Questionsvs 20-21 don't seem to fit too well in context, is Mark sandwiching v22-30 in between v20-1 and v31-35?He is out of his mind? did they really think he was insane?scribes came down from Jerusalem (but Galilee is north) - why down? Mark loves the word, "and" in this passageBeelzebul - different than Satan? same? what's the meaningJesus called the scribes over - why would they go if they really thought he was possessed?parables - how is this a parable? what is the significance of "kingdom" and "house" is there any?why strong man? who is the strong man?hard verse 28 - blasphemy - what is it? is v 30 an explanation?vs 31-35 - is he saying he doesn't care about his actual family? what does he mean? Meaning:The Kingdom of God is here in Jesus and will defeat the Kingdom of SatanJesus is not insane, not possessed, and has all authority.Will we do the will of God and believe and follow Jesus as Lord and Savior?Application:Walk closer to Jesus: I don't want to be on the wrong side. His goodness attracts me to follow and His authority compels me to follow.Modeling Jesus: Jesus dealt with accusations head-on and fought with logic and truth. Sometimes even your family is wrong when it comes to what God's will is in your life.Praise Jesus: He is Yahweh, creator of all things and more powerful than any demon or created being. Salvation is why he came - ultimate victory over Satan - Christus Victor!Group Questions:What would Jesus' family think he was insane?Describe the scribes...why do you think, are they saying such things?What are the meanings of a kingdom divided and a house divided? Who's kingdom? Who's house? What is blasphemy?What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? Describe all the things you were feeling while reading this passage.SOMA episodes will be moving to a new SOMA - New Hope Bible Studies Podcast in Feb 2022 - stay tuned!Tune in soon in 2022 to New Hope Underground - coming back! Check out our other podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e15 Group Leaders Only - End of the Year Message Part 2Thank you for all you do, Group Leaders! Happy New Year!Listen to this 2nd of a 2 part message from Darin as we wind down 2021 and look forward to 2022!New Hope Underground is coming back! Stay Tuned in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e14 Group Leaders Only - End of the Year Message Part 1Thank you for all you do Group Leaders! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!Listen to this 2 part message from Darin as we wind down 2021 and look forward to 2022! New Hope Underground is coming back! Stay Tuned in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e13 Jesus Withdraws and Chooses the 12 ApostlesObservations/Questionswithdrew - what is the meaning exactly? How often does Mark use it?Where is Idumea?Wanted to touch him not wanting to be touched by himthey unclean spirits- whenever they saw him - often?Are these possessed people? If so -there isn't any talk of casting them out? Assumed?Mountain - do we know which mountain?What do we know about each of these disciples listed? Zealot - is this a faithful political zealot?Meaning:It seems to be a transition - showing context and connecting passagesAuthority is still an issue - it seems to be the closing of the introductory hook for MarkApplication:Walk closer to Jesus: God is so gracious; I want to be gracious even in my weakness or while working with others in their weaknesses.Modeling Jesus: Boldness - helping others just by being aroundPraise Jesus: he is the Son of God; I praise Him for choosing to use humanity to carry out His purposesGroup Questions:Describe the possible thoughts and feelings that the disciples possessed when the crowds pushed in from every side on Jesus.Describe the possible thoughts and feelings that the crowds possessed when they pushed in from every side on Jesus.How did Jesus handle the overwhelming crowds? What about this text teaches you about how to walk closer to Jesus? Model Jesus? Praise Jesus?Tune in soon in 2022 to New Hope Undergound - coming back! Check out our other podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e12 Mark 3:1-6Jesus Heals a Man with a Withered Hand on the SabbathObservations/Questions:does the word "again" mean this took place on the same sabbath recorded in the last passage of chapter 2?Jesus is in a synagogue again but did it not say earlier that he stayed away from public places?Ready to pounce on the healing - something seems odd when the Pharisees ignore the miracleTheir silence in v 4 - does it mean they thought it lawful then?It does not seem that the Pharisees could see the forest through the trees - Jesus seems agitated maybe with this continual misunderstanding or stubbornnessAnger - what does this word mean? What about grieved?The hardness of the heart - internal? External work of God?What about this event stirred the Pharisees so much they wanted to kill?Why is this questioned but not the exorcism on a sabbath in 1:21-28?Meaning:Mark does seem to be exposing the motives of the Pharisees to his readersThe text must confront the reader's heart about stubbornness, hardnessJesus came to bring life, to restore goodnessApplication:Walking Closer to Jesus:Our own rules, even if religious, need to be confronted if they are not from God. Do I let trivial things stand in the way of genuine commitment?Modeling Jesus:Are we about giving good things to people around us? Not stingy and crotchety.Praising Jesus:He is Lord of the rules and the Giver of good things.Group Questions:What strikes you the most in this passage about the Pharisees? About Jesus? What is stubbornness? Describe ways in which you think your heart is stubborn to Jesus?Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e11 Mark 2:13-28The Disciples "Harvest" on the SabbathObservations/Questions:4th conflict with religious leaders of 5 in a row in this section of Marklast one was about what the disciples were not doing (fasting) and this one is about what they were doing (plucking grain)reminiscent of Jesus saying you didn't like me or John the Baptist - like children in the marketplacewhy is the question again, why are they doing this? was it really unlawful for them to pluck grain? the significance of the story of David? (1 Sam 21) - it reads Ahimelech not Abiathar as the priestBread of presence? holy bread? why?why wasn't it lawful to eat the bread of presence?what is the significance of the the Sabbath was made for man and not man for the Sabbath?use of the Son of Man again and links it with the term "Lord"what would it mean for a Jew to observe the Sabbath in ancient Israel?Meaning:Jesus is about joy and freedom not rules and bondageJesus is Lord of the Sabbath, greater than the temple (included in Matthew's gospel)Jesus has authority and not held by human lawsApplication:Walking Closer to Jesus:Jesus' authority has to be implemented in our livesWe often love the things of Jesus more than JesusModeling Jesus:Beware of legalism. Do we have an overall spirit of joy or judgment?Praising Jesus:He is Lord of all RulesGroup Questions:What rules or church traditions do we tend to follow that can be questioned if they are from God or man?What is one thing that you have learned over the years....that you originally had wrong about Jesus? How does this text help you walk closer to Jesus? What do you notice in this text that you should model? Let's praise him in prayer - what can we praise him for specifically from what we have gained in this text?Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e10 Mark 2:18-22Jesus is questioned about FastingObservations/Questions:Jesus was different even from John the Baptist when it came to fastingWas this really God's rule about fasting? Festival reasons?Of what did the fasting consist?Why does Jesus answer questions with questions?Mark doesn't seem to elaborate on any meaning.The parable or metaphor language - wedding guests, garments, wineskins - significance?Did they see this as a major slap in the face coming from a Rabbi? Could this have been an honest question?The garment and wineskin - same metaphorical meaning?Is there foreshadowing of the cross here in vs 20?Meaning:The way to God is not through religious observance.The way to God is through joyful association with Jesus (R.T. France)Jesus changes everything.Application:Walk closer to Jesus - joy, why isn't joy a bigger factor in my life? Being a disciple requires not just following all the "rules" but being intentional about building a relationship with Jesus every day.Model - religious observance is about freedom, not an obligation, Jesus modeled this ideaPraise -He's not a stuffy nor demanding Master but his yoke is lightGroup Questions:What are some church traditions or rules that you're not sure that Jesus actually commanded us?When you walk away from this passage, will you feel more guilty or freer as a believer, and why?What was Jesus' point concerning the wedding guest? What about the garment and the wineskins?Explain joy in your life. What role does it play? (tough question but gut it out it will be worth it)Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e9 Mark 2:13-17Jesus Calls Matthew the Tax CollectorSOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 2:13-17 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand the context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:the NIV uses quotes around the word sinners 3 out of the 4 times it is used - significance?Levi the son of Alphaeus - brothers with James son of Alphaeus? Matthew is Levi?the tax booth - what is that exactly and who did Matthew work for?who's house did Jesus go to - Matthew's or his own? seems confusingwhat is behind the question of the religious leaders - why does he eat with tax collectors and sinners?why does Matthew include a quote from Hosea 6:6 in his account and Mark not include it in Jesus' answerWhat does the word righteous mean? What does John Mark mean by “the righteous”. Who is he referring to and what would it mean to be a righteous person in ancient Israel? Would the word translate to self-righteous?What exactly does Jesus mean when he says“Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.”Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes) Mark is giving hope to the broken. Mark wanted them to know there is hope for a sinner to reach salvation and it's not through striving to follow the law, it's only through Jesus Christ.Anyone can follow Jesus, Jesus has no prejudice - there are no outcastsJesus was different - he did not seek what the religious leaders sought in othersApplication - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWe need to change the way we see sin and salvation - am I of grace or works? Do we lean on Jesus?How do we see ourselves? Righteous or Sinners?How does the way we see ourselves affect how we see others? Are we judgmental?Seeing the sheer grace of Jesus makes me want to walk closer to HimWe should seek to model Jesus without holding prejudices of our own but instead seek to be people of mercyWe should praise Jesus because he has the authority to be the ultimate judge - not usGroup Questions:What are some modern prejudices Christians hold today? People groups? Certain Occupations held? "Types" of people?Why do you think Jesus' grace toward sinners really tended to anger the religious leaders?What saves you exactly?Name all the things in Jesus that you have seen so far in Mark that you want to model. What is the number one thing? Why? Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e8 Mark 2:1-12Jesus, the Paralytic and His FriendsSOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:40-45 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:1st of 5 stories in a row of Jesus and conflict with the religious leadersprevious section said he couldn't enter a town because of the crowds but here he is in Capernaumflat roof back in that day, Luke mentions tile in Luke 5why did Jesus state that the man's sins were forgiven before he healed him? didn't seem like other healingswhat is tougher to forgive or to heal - is this about invisible vs visible? how do we measure what is tougher? seems like a different message of authority here with Jesus even having authority over our sins, guiltinteresting that the scribes were sitting, maybe close to Jesus, watching his every move?the scribes debated within their hearts, were some of leaning toward belief at all?was Jesus supernaturally reading the minds of the scribes or what does it mean "perceiving in his spirit"?Mark seems to link healing with forgiveness quite a bit actually Why the use of "the Son of Man"? Significance?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)Mark seems to focus on Jesus being a challenge to the status quo and seeks to bring forgiveness to those who are rejectedJesus came to save us from our sin, not our ailmentsThe compassion of Jesus - we takeaway Jesus' great compassion for the desparateAmazement - we takeaway our own amazement and Mark wants us to have that same amazement as Jesus' direct audienceApplication - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO me"Their faith" - the faith of the 4 guys leads us to ask, do we intercede for others? Prayer or telling the gospel. Do we have the compassion of Christ? Do we model him? Authority over sin - Jesus just forgave out of grace. Are we forgivers? Are we wanting everyone to follow our rules? Are we amazed at Jesus? Don't be like the scribes always judging others but in secret you do things just as bad if not worse. Try as hard as can to not judge others. Remember judgement is reserved for God alone. God's opinon is the only one that matters. Your judgement of someone could stand in their way of being with Jesus. We need to point others toward Jesus not stand in there way. A lot of people will tell you a pastor or a “christian” and their behavior or being a hypocrite is the reason they stopped seeking a relationship with God. Lets us watch our words and actions at all times to make sure we are pointing them to Jesus and not standing in thier way of Jesus.We need to become desperate for the salvation of others. So much so that I would be willing to do anything to make it happen. Let's stop being the type of box checking christians that the world tells us to be and start being the type of christians scripture tells us to be.Group Questions:The paralytic had 4 friends take him to Jesus...who brought you to Jesus?Describe what compassion is...dig deep on this one.What is it about Jesus in this story that makes you want to follow him?How might we become more forgiving people as we model Christ? Be as specific as you can.In this one story, name everything at which you think the crowd stood amazed concerning Jesus?Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e7 Mark 1:40-45Jesus Heals a LeperSOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:40-45 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:What is leprosy exactly? How tough would it be to be this healed leper and not say anything to anyone?The leper seemed to operating outside the traditional parameters - he came and kneeled at Jesus' feet...usually lepers were not allowed to come close to others.Mark add, "moved with pity" - seems like there is some discussion to be had here with the Greek construction - some manuscripts say Jesus was moved with anger not pity so what is the intent here?Jesus touched the leper and he didn't have to - he has healed from afar (Centurion's servant) so why?Similarities between the personal nature of the healing with this leper and Peter's mother-in-lawMark uses immediately and speaks of authority againWhy the stern rebuke? Is there some deeper reason for Jesus' insistence on the man showing himself to the priest than what's generally accepted?There seems to be a domino effect of the man's enthusiasm and disobedience - Jesus couldn't go preach in these towns anymore -heads back to Capernaum Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)Mark was seeking to show the desperation of the people seeking Jesus and linking it to our desperationJesus came to fight! He sees things differently than we do. The spiritual fight is real even playing into the physical realm.Love over all - Jesus touching the leper, "making himself unclean", but did so anyway. As he has touch us (the incarnation).Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meDo we want to be saved? Do we see a need for it? Are we desperate for Jesus?Do we take the spiritual fight seriously for ourselves and the sake of others? Are we willing to the touch the untouchable too because we love them? Group Questions:What is the most striking or powerful thing in this story of Jesus healing the leper? Why?What does this story tell us about Jesus himself? How does this story relate to our relationship with Jesus? What can we model, meaning how can we be Jesus to others?Is there anything in this story that witnesses to the event would find shocking? What and why?After studying this story, what phrase of praise would you use to uplift Jesus? Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e6 Mark 1:29-39Jesus Heals Peter's Mother-In-Law and Seeks a Desolate Place to PraySOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:29-39 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:Why is Mark seemingly so detailed with the healing - he took her by the hand, lifted her up?Comparison/contrast with the demoniac in the synagogueV.29 - he left the synagogue and entered the house is actually plural in the Greek, why does it translate "he"? Is Mark emphasizing the centrality of Jesus in the story?What is the significance of certain words like the fever "left" here - this is the same root word as "permit" when Jesus was not permitting the demons to speak - is there a reason for the same word?Why don't we know what the demons said in this particular text?Jesus prayed in a desolate place? Why? How often?Demons seem prevalent in Mark - why?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)Mark was seeking to show the personal Jesus, he has personal relationshipsAuthority is a big theme, Jesus has authority over demons yes but also over sicknessJesus gives us an example of how we are to live in the Spirit and with the FatherThe reader is to be a disciple of Jesus, echoing his model and ready to go!Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWhat would happen in my life if I gave over to his authority? How would it change me? How would it change others? Have I really surrendered?Prayer time? Why am I so resistant to it?Do I really believe in the power of Jesus? Do I pray as if I really believe that He has authority over the demonic and sickness?The lack of prayer in my life - can it be from self-reliance and form disinterest? Is it possible that we do not see the reality of how vital our connection with God is in our daily life?Group Questions:What strikes you the most in Mark 1:29-39? Why?Just from reading these verses, what do you think Mark really wants to get across to us about Jesus?What is your prayer life like? What needs to change? Where is your desolate place to pray?Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e5 Mark 1:21-28Demoniac in the synagogueSOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:21-28 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:Interesting that the demoniac made his way into the synagogue...was this normal?What is the meaning of "Be Silent"? Any significance? Any significance to these "a" words used - astonished, authority, amazed?Why does Mark Link exorcism and teaching? (v 27)Why the monikers for Jesus from the demons like Nazareth and Holy One of God? "What is this?" is the question from the people - odd question isn't it to use "what"?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)the Messianic secret - not sure how valid this is but many claim that Mark's intended meaning in this passage has to do with Jesus keeping people and demons silent concerning who He wasAuthority - teaching and the exorcism is definitely connected...Mark seems to intend for us to understand how much authority Jesus had...hence the question "What is this? Mark seems to maybe think that all of us should be asking this question. What are we going to do with Jesus?Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWho is this Jesus? What does He mean for my life?Authority in my life? What are actually the authoritative voices I listen to? Looking at my calendar, wallet and passions...what do they say about who I listen to in life?Is it possible that Jesus is not that authority? How do I repent from allowing other things/people/etc. being authoritative in my life?Group Questions:What would have been your reaction to a demoniac finding his way into the synagogue and witnessing this confrontation with Jesus? What would be going through your mind before and after Jesus casted the demon(s) out?Do you believe in miracles? What miracles have you witnessed in your life?Who or what has authority in your life? (Could be multiple answers) - Explain why.What is something you can do or a decision you can make right now in order to make Jesus more of an authority in your life?Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e4 Mark 1:14-20John the Baptist is arrested, Jesus begins his ministry and He calls the first disciplesSOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:14-20 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:John the Baptist and Jesus preaching at the same time? Was there a difference in their messages to the Jewish people? Why did John baptize? What did Jesus mean by the time is fulfilled in verse 15?What was significant about repent and believe the gospel to the Jew at the time prior to the death and resurrection of Jesus?Mark seems to take us quickly through the meeting of Jesus with the fishermen - did they possibly know each other already?Fishers of men? What? When? Who?Hired servants? Did these fishermen have a good moneymaking business?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)John the Baptist - Mark emphasizes who Jesus is by showing us John. John's life summarizes the priorities of Jesus.Jesus IS the Good NewsJesus has authority - He is worth following Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meBelieve in the good news!Come after me - not as equals, discipleship for the sake of others - He is worth everything!Group Questions:What do you think was the major attraction for these fishermen to follow Jesus so quickly?What would be the hardest thing for you to leave behind if called?What does Discipleship for the Sake of Others mean? What accomplishment can you look at in life and say it was definitely worth all of the sacrifice? What does Jesus mean to you? What areas in your life need surrendered? What does it mean to be a fisher of men? Describe, compare the lives of the disciples to our lives today...Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenCheck out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay SterchiThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e3 Mark 1:9-13The baptism and temptation of Jesus...major events and wow does Mark fly through them! SOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:9-13 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:Was it Jesus' signal when John was arrested that Jesus would really start His ministry or were they just both following the Holy Spirit?Why is Mark so brief with some major events in the life of Jesus?The dove? Like a dove? Luke uses it differently...so is it a metaphor?Mark loves the word, immediately...why does he use it so often?Mark is the only one that uses "wild beasts" in the wilderness - any significance?Is there any significance to why Mark doesn't tell us anything about the outcome of the temptation event?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)Mark really wants us to know that Jesus is the Lord, better than John the Baptist, proclaimed by God himself and Victor over SatanThere does seem to be a hook involved in this...Mark wants us to listen as the story is going to get better! Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWalk closer to Jesus - Jesus is God on earth, He is Victor and Overcomer and deserves our worshipModeling Jesus - baptism needs to mean something to us because of Jesus' example, overcoming temptation needs to mean something to usUplift Jesus - He is God, to be worshipped and reveredGroup Questions:Why do you think Jesus allowed himself to be baptized?Why do you think Jesus allowed himself to be tempted directly from Satan? Why do these 2 events seem appropriate at the beginning of Jesus' official ministry? What can we apply specifically to our own lives from Jesus' example in these things? Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenCheck out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay SterchiThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e2 Mark 1:1-8Mark introduces us to John the Baptist and proclaims that Jesus is the Good News sent from God to the world! SOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:1-8 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:Why the OT quote concerning John the Baptist?He states that the quote is from Isaiah but it is from 2 other OT passages too, why? Is there any significance?Why delve into John's clothing or eating habits? Significance? Why was John the Baptist this wilderness "wild man"?Why did John the Baptist baptize? What is the significance of baptism to the Jewish people at the time? What was the call to repentance about?What is the meaning of water baptism vs the baptism of the Holy Spirit as Mark commented concerning Jesus?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notesGod's Son was prophesied People were ready for him, hungry for a messiah. Jesus is much more than a prophet - Ezekiel 36:25-27 - came to baptize with the Holy SpiritJesus will change everything and does...we are all subject to this Kingdom whether we like it or not.Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWhat does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus is a question we should always ask ourselves.Knowing that God planned Jesus to come rescue me and walk with me makes me want to walk closer to Jesus.What can we model about Jesus in this passage? Hard to answer for this passage due to its content of proclamation.How can we uplift Jesus? He is the Son of God, He is the Gospel! Praise God for our Salvation!Group Questions:What statements does Mark make about Jesus in Mark 1:1-8?Explain why Jesus is "Good News" in your life personally.What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus?Why are you a disciple of Jesus? Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenCheck out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay SterchiThe New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off a new Season soon! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e1 Introduction to the Gospel of MarkJoin Darin and Ty as they take an overall look at the Book of Mark in the New Testament. GL Talk will be taking a journey through the book of Mark starting next week with chapter 1:1-8. Study with us as we use a systematic method of bible study called SOMA.SOMAScriptureObservations/QuestionsMeaningApplicationIn this episode, we will talk a bit about the background of Mark, his audience, his purpose of sharing the good news of Jesus and some key themes in Mark's narrative. The purpose of Episode 1 is to lay the groundwork for our section by section study through Mark which begins in Episode 2.Check the show notes for our notes on SOMA starting next week!Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenCheck out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay SterchiThe New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off a new Season soon! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s5e1 Season Five Preview! For 4 seasons, GL Talk has been a podcast for NH Group Leaders talking about issues dealing with leading a group and prayerfully encouraging you along the way! Change is a good thing however and Season Five is going in a bit of a new direction! Join us on a journey through the Scripture! Ty Griffith is joining me as we systematically go through a Bible Book and seek to apply a disciple mentality to the discussion. On this podcast we want to seek to know Jesus so we might walk closer to Him, model Him in every day life and uplift His name! We invite you to study along with us. In this preview episode, we will talk about what this new format is all about, how you can follow along with our systematic approach and grow personally or even use it in a group setting to help others grow in the Word of God too! How can you use GL Talk in a group? Well, ask your group to listen to the episodes prior to your group meeting. The episodes are 30 min or less, once a week. We either upload on Monday or Tuesday. You can find some notes and discussion questions here in the show notes and soon you can also find them on www.newhopechurch.cc/leaders. The podcast gives everyone a chance to study with us using the same method and then hopefully provide some great discussion in your group to enhance discipleship! What is a systematic approach to Bible Study? Well, it is simply that we will use the same approach every time as we study the Word. Our simple goal is to learn about Jesus, walk closer to Him, model Him in every day life and uplift His name! Here is the approach we will be taking with whatever Bible book we may be studying:SOMAScriptureObservations/questionsMeaningApplicationThe explanation for SOMA is given in this preview episode and we will dive into even more starting in Episode 1 in our introduction to the first book we will be studying, the Gospel of Mark. Join in! Listen! Learn! Live!Join us on New Hope Underground for a lot of fun! (new episodes coming soon)Check out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay Sterchi as well all on the New Hope Podcast Network! (new episodes coming soon)www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s4e13 The Gospel is Not the Response to the Gospel - Acts 2:14-40We continue the Scripture series...where we are just reading scripture together and commenting in a devotional way. Today we dive into Acts 2 and look at the first sermon ever preached in the church age! There is so much to learn from this God-ordained church kick-off!Join us on New Hope Underground for a lot of fun! Check out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay Sterchi as well all on the New Hope Podcast Network! www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s4e12 You Do Not Know What You Are Asking - Mark 10:35-45We continue the Scripture series...where we are just reading scripture together and commenting in a devotional way. Today we dive into Mark 10 and look at a back and forth between Jesus and his disciples. James and John, the Sons of Thunder, in a weak and misunderstood moment, ask Jesus a question they probably wished later they never asked. Join us on New Hope Underground for a lot of fun! Check out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay Sterchi as well all on the New Hope Podcast Network! www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We will Read Romans 12 together and dig in a bit on what it means to be a living sacrifice. How should followers of Jesus live day to day? How much do our actions impact the church and the kingdom of God? Our new series at New Hope called, Your Every Day Ordinary, Sleeping,Eating, Walking Around Life will challenge us to count the cost as to what it means to follow Jesus. Paul reminds us in Romans how serious of a calling it is.Check out New Hope Underground and Simple Spiritual Practices w/Lindsay Sterchi by visiting our New Hope Church Podcast page - www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s4e10 The Resurrection of Jesus ChristResurrection Sunday is next Sunday! What better way to get focused than to turn to Scripture, let's take a look at I Corinthians 15 together.Check out New Hope Underground, Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay Sterchi and our sermon podcasts all at www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

s4e9 Obstacles to Community with Brant HansenMy brother Brant and I talk about barriers that all of us can tend to put in our own way that keep us from effective community. There is a larger discussion here but allow this short discussion to give you a few snapshots of what can really hinder good groups from becoming closer! Check out anything Brant Hansen - such as his podcast, books or his work with the medical mission CURE at www.branthansen.com.Check out an interview with Brant concerning his story and work, on the New Hope Underground Podcast right here - https://shows.acast.com/new-hope-underground/episodes/the-brant-hansen-interview See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Darin as we look at the meaning of Jesus's words in John 10:10! What did Jesus mean by one flock, one shepherd and how does this apply to our shepherding?Episode Eight is the seventh in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Darin as we look at the meaning of Jesus's words in John 10:10! What does real life look like? We will take a deep dive look at the original language used in the passage and see what implications it has for us! Episode Seven is the sixth in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Darin and special guest, Lucas Golden as they discuss what it means to protect others in your group. Lucas describes his group and what leading has been like for him! Episode Six is the fifth in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Darin as he talks about a challenge to all Shepherds in 2021! How important is it to care?Episode Five is the fifth in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sharla Hansen joins Darin to talk about what Jesus meant by He does not abandon His sheep and how it applies to us as group leaders. Sharla, Darin's wife, has served for years as a group leader of teens and adults. Join us as we talk through what it means to come alongside of people and keep ministry alive!Episode Four is the fourth in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kristy Buescher joins Darin to talk about what Jesus meant by laying down His life for His sheep and how it parallels what a parent is all about in so many ways. How might we lay down our lives for those we serve?Episode Three is the third in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tyler Sterchi joins Darin to talk about what Jesus meant by stating that His Sheep know His voice and what implications it could have for us as shepherding group leaders. Episode Two is the second in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aaron Golden joins Darin to talk about what it means to be a shepherd. Coming off of our discussion at the 2020 Group Leader Conference, we wanted to follow up with our behind the scenes conversation concerning our need to be actively shepherding our home groups! Episode One is just the beginning as we will tackle a new slant on shepherding every week for the next seven weeks! Keep listening! Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

GL Talk will be returning in September 2020 will a kick off to Season 4!GL Talk exists to be a help and encouragement to New Hope Church's Home Group Leaders! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Darin dives into John 9 concerning Jesus healing the blind man. This podcast is meant to supplement last week's sermon on 6-28 over the same passage. ––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tyler Sterchi joins Darin to talk about Gathering in Place - Watch Parties! ––We need our group leaders to forge the way! ––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Devotional on Philippians 2––What a great letter! Paul challenges us today!––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Devotional on Philippians 1––What a great letter! Paul challenges us today!––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Devotional is a three-part series of short devotions.––Living Love is not a phrase used in the same way as living hope in the NT. However, it is all over the NT when it comes to love being alive right now from God to us and how we should live in love with others....even an enemy! Romans 8 and 12 are incredible passages that we will be looking at together. You are loved!––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Devotional is a three-part series of short devotions.––Living Faith is not a phrase used in the same way as living hope in the NT. However, it is all over the NT when it comes to faith being alive in us! Hebrews 10 is a great passage where the writer reminds us not to shrink back during tough times but live by faith! We all need this reminder!––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Devotional is a three-part series of short devotions.–– Living Hope comes from I Peter 1. Peter gives some incredible motivation and identity shaping for us in chapter 1. How might your living hope in Jesus Christ work actively in your day to day?––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Discipleship 101 continues as we talk with Blake Peadro concerning what it is like being a disciple of Jesus in 2020. Blake shares a bit of what it is like in the workplace, being a father, a husband and an ordinary guy in 2020 while seeking to follow Jesus.––Upcoming episodes –New Series.––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Discipleship 101 continues as we talk with Austin Griffith concerning the role of the Word of God in discipleship. We must acknowledge the Word of God as an authority for everything we say and do! A disciple of Jesus takes the Word of God very seriously.––Upcoming episodes –The Discipleship 101 finale.––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Discipleship 101 continues as we talk with Ty Griffith concerning the role of relationships in discipleship. We need each other and that is evident as we walk through life seeking to match step with Jesus.––Coming episodes – Austin Kemmerer (the role of the Word of God)––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We will discussing Discipleship for a series. This episode is with my brother, Brant Hansen. Brant is a radio personality, Cure.org worker, author and speaker. Listen in to our conversation concerning the role of compassion in our discipleship. In times like these...we need to be compassionate as Jesus-followers.––Coming episodes – Ty Griffith (the role of relationships) and Austin Kemmerer (the role of the Word of God)––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A special message of encouragement to all leaders! We will be back next week with our Discipleship 101 series.Please listen...thank you.––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We will discussing Discipleship for a series of four episodes. This episode is the first in the series featuring Tyler Sterchi. What is discipleship? What does the NT say about it? What did Jesus say about it? What is the difference between the word "Christian" and "Disciple"? Is there a difference? What does it mean for us to be disciples of Jesus? Join Tyler and Darin as they kick off this series with the basics!––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We will taking a look at the 5 Principles that help us become effective group leaders! The 5 Principles can be found on our main resources page for all leaders at newhopechurch.cc/leaders! The fifth of the Principles is Move Them Out.–Darin is joined by Drew Hansen to chat about the meaning of Move them Out. Drew is currently on staff part-time working as a worship assistant and leader of the new Shelbyville campus worship team. We talk about some of his ministry experiences and how it relates to working to Move Them Out in your group. Move them out to service and to what God has called them to in ministry! Join us as we talk about taking what God might have in store for you and the people in your group!––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We will taking a look at the 5 Principles that help us become effective group leaders! The 5 Principles can be found on our main resources page for all leaders at newhopechurch.cc/leaders! The fourth of the Principles is Take It Home.–Darin is joined by Logan Arney to chat about the meaning of Take It Home. Logan grew up here at New Hope and has served on ministry staff here as well. He has quite a few years of experience teaching and leading groups for kids and adults. We talk about how to encourage not only the people in your group but their families! Logan also gives us some tips on how to make faith lessons stick! Join us as we talk about taking faith home!––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We will taking a look at the 5 Principles that help us become effective group leaders! The 5 Principles can be found on our main resources page for all leaders at www.newhopechurch.cc/leaders! The third of the Principles is Make It Personal.. Darin is joined by Carol Donsbach to chat about the meaning of Make It Personal. Carol is our staff leader here at New Hope Church and has years of experience leading and participating in groups. She makes her own walk with God a huge priority and it is obvious! We talk about living in community, setting priorities and being real with others in your group as outlined by Reggie and Tom in the book, Lead Small.––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We will taking a look at the 5 Principles that help us become effective group leaders! The 5 Principles can be found on our main resources page for all leaders at www.newhopechurch.cc/leaders! The second of the Principles is Create a Safe Place.. Darin is joined by Kristy Buescher to chat about the meaning of Creating a Safe Place. Kristy is the New Hope Church Children's Director and she draws lines for us of how this is special principle is not only applicable to kids but adults. We talk about leading your group, respecting the process and guarding the hearts of those in your group as outlined by Reggie and Tom in the book, Lead Small.––Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We will taking a look at the 5 Principles that help us become effective group leaders! The 5 Principles can be found on our main resources page for all leaders at www.newhopechurch.cc/leaders! The first of the Principles is Be Present...Tyler and Darin chat about the meaning of Being Present and how this principle, when practiced can be a key to building a great group!Listen to all our podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network at www.newhopechurch.cc/listenMake sure you are in our Facebook group for Group Leaders - if you are not - contact us immediately! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kelly Altman joins Darin to talk about her own spiritual life impact groups have made on her life along with her experiences as a group leader and as one who leads leaders. Kelly is on our staff here at New Hope Church as the High School Leader.–– In this episode we talk about Kelly's passion for students and small groups based in her own experience coming to Jesus as a teen. You will be encouraged and challenged by this interview with Kelly!––Looking for resources? Check out our new page, built just for you, at newhopechurch.cc/leaders.Subscribe to the other podcasts in the New Hope Podcast Network by visiting http://newhopechurch.cc/listen. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.