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The Sadducees came to test Jesus—but ended up revealing their own blindness to the truth. In Mark 12:18–27, Jesus confronts their unbelief and reveals that resurrection life isn't just a continuation of this one, but a complete transformation. This week, Pastor Korey reminds us that our God is not the God of the dead, but of the living—and because Christ rose, every grave that belongs to Him will one day be empty.

Ever long to hear, “I'm proud of you?” God's words over us bring the ultimate affirmation. In Mark 1:11, He said to Jesus, “You are my Son, whom I love, and with you I am well pleased.” If Jesus needed these words, how much more do we?Through God's adoption of us (Ephesians 1:5-14) and the sealing of the Holy Spirit, we are already beloved. Receiving His affirmation heals, strengthens, and frees us to live from identity, not approval.Embrace your place as God's treasured child—and share this truth with someone today.

Jesus Followers Are Told to: “Go home to your friends and tell them how much the Lord has done for you” MESSAGE SUMMARY: Jesus expects you, as a Jesus Follower, to go and to make Disciples while sharing God's Word through your personal relationships! Therefore, you should share the Word of the Lord with people that you know. However, when you discuss the Gospel with those you know well, you are often inhibited and constrained. Paul tells you, in Romans 1:16, that you should never be ashamed to communicate the Gospel: “I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.". When you communicate stories of your life situations and experiences with the people you know and with whom you have relationships, they will ask you questions. From these conversational questions will come a natural discourse about your faith and relationship with Jesus in your life because you are a Jesus Follower. In Mark 5:19-20, Jesus was very explicit that we are to go to our “friends” and tell them of Jesus' good news: “'Go home to your friends and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.' And he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis how much Jesus had done for him, and everyone marveled.". Jesus, in Luke 9:26, also, cautioned us about being ashamed or constrained in communicating His Word: “For whoever is ashamed of me and of my words, of him will the Son of Man be ashamed when he comes in his glory and the glory of the Father and of the holy angels.".   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, fill me with the simple trust that even out of the most awful evil around me, you are able to bring great good — for me, for others, and for your great glory. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 91). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because of I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Addictions. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Self-Control. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Luke 11:5-8; Matthew 28:18-20; Matthew 16:13-20; Psalms 71a:1-12. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “The Interior Life – Maintenance of the Inner Man -- Part 7: A Listening Spirit”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

The Gospels include many accounts of Jesus casting out devils. In Mark 16:17 (NKJV), Jesus told His disciples that "those who believe" will "cast out demons." In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard compares cases of demon possession in North America with accounts from the New Testament and modern reports from other parts of the globe.Visit PentecostalPublishing.com to shop Dr. Bernard's full catalog of published works. Enter promo code DKB10 at checkout to save 10 percent on your order.If you enjoy this podcast, leave a five-star rating and a review on iTunes or your preferred podcast platform. We also appreciate it when you share Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with family and friends.

In Mark 15, we see the crucifixion of Jesus—the moment the veil was torn and redemption was complete. Through His blood, He reversed the curse of the garden and restored our access to the presence of God. Salt Church in Wilmington, NC, led by Pastors Parker & Jessi Green, exists to know Jesus, worship Him, and do the works He did.Plan Your Visit to SALT Church:https://www.saltchurches.com/Ways to Support the Ministry:https://www.saltchurches.com/givingSubscribe:https://www.instagram.com/saltchurches/Subscribe @saltchurchNC Connect with Parker + Jessi Green:Instagram Parker / https://www.instagram.com/parkerrichardgreen/Instagram Jessi /https://www.instagram.com/jessi.green/Websites https://www.saltchurches.com/https://www.jessi-green.com/https://www.saturateglobal.com/#prayer #bible #biblestudy #saltchurch #revival #parkergreen #jessigreen

We all like to think we love truth, until it disrupts our comfort. In Mark 14, Jesus faces people who twist His words and call truth dangerous. It still happens today. We ignore it, spin it, or fight it when it threatens our control. But the truth isn't out to destroy us. It's out to save us. In this message, discover how Jesus, the “I AM,” stands firm in the face of lies, offers forgiveness to those who reject Him, and invites us to let His truth set us free.FOR GROUP DISCUSSION & REFLECTION:Jesus declared “I AM” (claiming divinity) knowing it would cost Him His life. What does that teach us about Jesus?When was the last time you were confronted or disrupted by something in the bible? How did you respond?Is there anything in your life you're self-justifying even though you know it's sin or antithetical to God's purposes for you?In what ways have you seen biblical truth misrepresented today? How might you lovingly clarify or stand for truth in your relationships or community?Despite being unjustly accused, beaten, and crucified, Jesus forgave His enemies.  He even remains faithful to us when we lack faith. How does His grace comfort you today? How can His grace to us be extended to even those who try and discredit us?+ + + + +Hey, while you're here, please help Generation by clicking the 'Subscribe' button, then click on the BELL

In Mark 11:27–33 we learn that true wisdom sometimes means asking a thoughtful follow-up question or staying silent. Like Jesus, discern when words help and when silence speaks louder.

Since the Fall, the world has been tainted by evil and demonic forces. Sometimes, evil can seem overwhelming. In those moments, we may wonder what God is doing about evil and demonic forces. In Mark 5:1-20, we see Jesus' power and authority as He confronts evil, demonstrating God's mercy that transforms us and brings freedom.

This week at The Hub, we're tackling another legalistic mindset in the church.In Mark 7, Jesus confronted the Pharisees for elevating man-made traditions—like ceremonial handwashing—above God's Word. He called them hypocrites for teaching their own rules as if they were God's laws.Sadly, that same spirit of legalism still exists in the church today. Over time, personal convictions—like opinions on drinking or gambling—have been turned into universal laws. But where did those rules even come from?History shows that as far back as the 2nd and 5th centuries, gambling was condemned by some as moral corruption. Later, reformers like Luther and Calvin spoke against it, and by the 19th and 20th centuries, churches made it an official sin. But here's the problem: a reaction to error often creates another error.When we try to regulate morality, we step into dangerous territory. The law gives sin its strength—but grace transforms the heart. Don't turn your personal convictions into laws for others. That's not holiness—that's legalism.

In Mark 12:28-34, Jesus describes what he regards as the greatest commandment, and in doing so, he reinforces the famous Jewish monotheistic creed. This episode explores the interaction between Jesus and a friendly scribe that results in a reaffirmation of the crucial truth that the true God, Yahweh, is only one person. To view the video version of this episode, go here: https://youtu.be/1iY2YCodxQ8    Preorder A Systematic Theology of the Early Church: https://amzn.to/47jldOc  Visit Amazon to buy your copy of The AI Critical New Testament: https://amzn.to/3VxO8r5   Visit Amazon to buy your copy of my book, Wisdom Christology in the Gospel of John: https://amzn.to/4neRGdH  Visit Amazon to buy your copy of The Son of God: Three Views of the Identity of Jesus: https://amzn.to/462mqYn  To support this podcast, donate here: https://www.paypal.me/10mintruthtalks   Episode notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19F91pxsUAP6nVJGvP3K5Y3FkPNw-eKxiEhkRGNyfEhg/edit?usp=sharing  Check out some of my videos on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BiblicalUnitarianPodcast       Follow me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/OneGodPodcast 

Jesus' critics thought they could trap Him with a question about loyalty, but He exposed their hypocrisy with one sentence that still echoes today. In Mark 12:13–17, Jesus reminds us that while we have responsibilities in this world, our ultimate allegiance belongs to God alone. This week, Pastor Korey shows how true disciples honor authority without compromising worship—and how the image we bear determines the life we give.

In the one-hundred-and-eighty-third episode, we explore the Think of the Children Fallacy, starting with Trump attacking trans people, and claiming people grab children to get across the border, and then how QAnon pivoted from wacky conspiracies to just lies.In Mark's British Politics Corner, we look at Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage pretending their hardline stance on immigration is "for the children" and Farage and Peter Kyle MP squaring off about the Online Safety Bill.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Beauty and the Beast, A Bit of Fry and Laurie, and Futurama.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which one of three Trump quotes Jim made up.Then we talk about the Pentagon's press corps walking out.And finally, we round up some of the other crazy Trump stories from the past week.The full show notes for this episode can be found at https://fallacioustrump.com/ft183 You can contact the guys at pod@fallacioustrump.com, on BlueSky @FallaciousTrump, Discord at fallacioustrump.com/discord or facebook at facebook.com/groups/fallacioustrumpAnd you can buy our T-shirts here: https://fallacioustrump.com/teeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fallacious-trump/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

THE REALM OF SPIRITS (PART 7) | PASTOR MARK BOER | OCTOBER 19, 2025 — Even in darkness, you're not beyond reach. In Mark 5:1–20, a man possessed by thousands of demons lived among the tombs, isolated, violent, and tormented—yet he still ran to Jesus. Even those under heavy spiritual influence still have a measure of choice. Evil spirits are real, and they seek places to dwell—but they cannot stay where the authority of Jesus is released. When Jesus stepped in, the man was not only freed, but fully restored, clothed, and clear-minded. Learn more in this series, The Realm of Spirits. GOT SAVED TODAY? https://lcboise.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/290/responses/new SHARE YOUR TESTIMONY https://lcboise.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/171/responses/new CONNECT WITH US Website: https://www.lcboise.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LifeChurchBoise Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifechurchboise

In Mark 6:36, the disciples were ready to rest, but the multitudes followed them, and they told Jesus to send them away. But what was about to happen was a miracle that would teach them a life lesson out of a frustrating difficulty.

The Church is the body of Christ on earth. As a body we have many members with different gifts/functions; and yet, called to work in harmony as one. In Romans 12, Paul urges believers to offer their bodies as living sacrifices and to serve with the unique gifts God has given them, not for personal glory but for the good of the whole. In Mark 3, Jesus calls a diverse group of disciples to be with Him and to be sent out together. Unity of body means valuing every part, honoring each other's role, and functioning as a team with one mission. When the body works in Unity, the world sees Jesus more clearly.  

When faith refuses to give up, roofs break open and lives are changed. In Mark 2, four friends show us what happens when their love for their friend won't give up, and how one act of faith can start a movement.

The Church is the body of Christ on earth. As a body we have many members with different gifts/functions; and yet, called to work in harmony as one. In Romans 12, Paul urges believers to offer their bodies as living sacrifices and to serve with the unique gifts God has given them, not for personal glory but for the good of the whole. In Mark 3, Jesus calls a diverse group of disciples to be with Him and to be sent out together. Unity of body means valuing every part, honoring each other's role, and functioning as a team with one mission. When the body works in Unity, the world sees Jesus more clearly.  

There's something sacred about the stillness before the city wakes. In Mark 1:35, we see Jesus very early in the morning, while it was still dark, slipping away to a quiet place to pray. Even amidst crowds, demands, and noise, He made time for stillness—not out of routine, but to stay rooted in His Father's love. Here in Hong Kong, our days move fast—MTRs packed before sunrise, inboxes buzzing before breakfast. Yet Jesus reminds us: it's in the quiet, not the hurry, that our souls find rhythm and renewal. Maybe your “solitary place” today is a coffee corner before work, a park bench during lunch, or a moment of calm on your commute. Wherever you are, take a breath. If you are new to Community Church, WELCOME! We would love to get to know you. Please fill in the following form and we look forward to connecting with you: https://bit.ly/cc-new-connect You can find all timely and relevant links from this service on https://bit.ly/cc-links You can also find out more about us at https://communitychurch.hk/

We live in a world that's more connected than ever — and more alone than ever. But into our chaos steps Jesus. He doesn't just forgive sinners; He adopts sons and daughters. He takes isolated lives and forms them into a household of love, joy, and peace in His name. This message from Pastor David shows that God is a Family who makes family — a Father, Son, and Spirit drawing us home into His life of love. In Mark 3:31–35, Jesus redefines family around Himself — not by bloodline but by faith and obedience.

Jesus tells a story that hits close to home for the religious leaders—and for us. In Mark 12:1–12, the Parable of the Tenants exposes the danger of rejecting God's messengers and trying to claim what belongs to Him. This week, Pastor Korey shows how God's mercy is relentless, His justice is certain, and His vineyard now belongs to those who love and serve His Son.

In Mark 13, Jesus discusses times of tribulation, the coming of the son of man, and other end-times ideas. Can we predict when the rapture will happen using this? Join us as Carlos and Dallas sit down to discuss Mark 13:14-37

In Mark 12, Jesus tells a story about a vineyard owner whose generosity was rejected — a vivid reminder of how good God has been to us, even when life feels unfair. When circumstances blur your vision, stop and focus on God's goodness. It's the first step to seeing clearly again.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.

October 12, 2025 | In Mark 6, we learn how Jesus was unwelcome in His hometown and found much doubt and suspicion among the people there. Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches from this passage on how we can learn from Jesus' example. Will we rate God's love for us based on how others treat us or our own level of success? Can we still be called by God even if we come from humble beginnings?For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org

The smallest things in our hands can become miracles in His. In Mark 6:30–44, Jesus performs one of His most familiar miracles — feeding thousands with just five loaves and two fish. But this miracle wasn't just about food; it was a lesson in faith, dependence, and compassion. In this message we are reminded that even when we are not enough, Jesus always is! Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below! www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant

When  life feels unfair or confusing, it's easy to lose focus and wonder if God really cares. In Mark 12, Jesus shares a story that helps bring clarity to our blurry circumstances and reveals what God is truly like. This week, learn how to refocus your lens and see God with fresh perspective.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.

In Mark chapter 12, the religious leaders are feeling threatened by Jesus' power and influence. So they conspired together to put him to the test, hoping to discredit him in the eyes of the people. However, it's actually Jesus who flips this around and reveals truth by exposing their own broken thinking and flawed assumptions. If we surrender to him, Jesus will help us see our own places of brokenness and flawed thinking, living in the freedom of His truth and love.

In Mark 14 Peter displays zeal as a follower of Jesus, but following Jesus only gets us so far. We must remain and abide in Him. Salt Church in Wilmington, NC, led by Pastors Parker & Jessi Green, exists to know Jesus, worship Him, and do the works He did.Plan Your Visit to SALT Church:https://www.saltchurches.com/welcomeWays to Support the Ministry:Become a monthly giver https://www.saltchurches.com/givingFollow / saltchurches Subscribe @saltchurchNC Connect with Parker + Jessi Green:Instagram Parker / parkerricha. .Instagram Jessi / jessi.green Websites https://www.saltchurches.com/https://thegreens.co/#prayer #bible #biblestudy #saltchurch

While the world plotted His death, one woman poured out her treasure in love. In Mark 14:1–9, Jesus calls her act “beautiful” — a fragrance that still fills the house of faith. Discover what true, costly worship looks like when love meets the cross.

We live like the world is our movie and wonder why we are exhausted. In Mark 2:1–12, Jesus goes beneath the surface and heals the real injury; he forgives before he fixes, proves it in public, and pays at the cross as the scarred Lamb who went down so we could rise. This is not another self improvement strategy; it is the end of auditioning. Discover how to trade your "main character energy" for God's invitation to come home. Series: The Gospel of Mark Speaker: Davis Johnson Hope Community Church - Downtown Minneapolis Download Message Slides For more resources or to learn more about Hope Downtown, visit hopecc.com/downtown.

Peace doesn't come from the absence of storms; it comes from the presence of Jesus. In Mark 4, the disciples found themselves overwhelmed by chaos, drowning in fear, and questioning whether God even cared. But while the storm raged, Jesus was sleeping, not because He was distant, but because He was in control. And when they cried out, He spoke one word: “Peace.” The wind died down. The waves grew still. And the disciples saw something they had never seen before: power, authority, and presence all wrapped in a Person. That same voice still silences fear today. In every storm you face, He's not absent. He's right there in the boat with you. So call on His name. Pray through the fear. Worship in the wind. Because even the wind and the waves still know His name.

I hope you have been following our journey through the gospel of Mark because Sunday's text (Mark 10:46-52) marks a significant turning point in the book. In chapters 1-8, Jesus demonstrated His identity as Messiah and the Son of God through His miracles and parables. However, the people, even the disciples, did not fully understand. All of this came to a head at the end of Mark 8 when Jesus asked the disciples who they say He is. Peter finally confesses that Jesus is the Christ, but the twelve disciples still do not understand what kind of Messiah He has come to be. They think He will go to Jerusalem to reign, but Jesus tells them He is going there to be humiliated, to die, and to rise from the dead. He also clarifies that following Him means denying oneself and taking up the cross. From Mark 8:34 through 10:52, Jesus teaches the disciples what it truly means to follow Him. They understand Jesus is the Messiah, but they do not yet grasp His mission or what discipleship entails. This larger section begins illustrating this through the healing of a blind man in two stages (Mark 8:22-26). Like that blind man, the disciples see but not clearly yet. Each time Jesus explicitly states that He has come to die, they focus on their own glory and greatness (Mark 8:33-37; 10:35-45). Jesus repeatedly corrects them, saying that those who want to be great must be servants. He tells them that they must receive the kingdom as a child—desperately dependent—and uses the example of a rich young ruler who refuses to recognize his need and leave everything to follow Jesus. In Mark 10:46-52, right after James and John again seek after glory and greatness, Mark presents us with a powerful example of faith and discipleship. Just as this section began with the healing of a blind man, it now concludes with another blind man's healing. In contrast to the rich young ruler and James and John's requests for seats of power, the healing of blind Bartimaeus (the final healing miracle in Mark) depicts the faith and discipleship Jesus has been teaching His followers. Bartimaeus does receive the kingdom as a child. He leaves all to follow Jesus. When Jesus asks, "What do you want me to do for you?" as He asked James and John, Bartimaeus does not ask for glory or greatness—he begs for mercy. Sunday's text isn't just another physical healing; it's a powerful example of how faith sees clearly and follows Jesus. I. The Faith That Sees Clearly ( 46-48) II. The Faith That Perseveres (46-48) III. The Faith That Acts (49-51) IV. The Faith That Follows (52)

In this powerful sermon, we dive into the timeless truths found in Matthew 6 and Mark 9 to rediscover the spiritual disciplines of prayer and fasting. Jesus didn't just teach these practices—He modeled them, and He expects His followers to do the same.In Matthew 6:16–18, Jesus teaches us how to fast—not for show, but for spiritual breakthrough and deeper intimacy with God.In Mark 9:14–29, we witness a dramatic moment where the disciples struggle to cast out a demon—and Jesus makes it clear: "This kind can come out only by prayer and fasting."This message is a call to return to the basics of kingdom power. If you're facing spiritual battles, unanswered prayers, or feel stuck in your faith—this word is for you.Prayer and fasting still works—because God still works.

Send us a textIt's easy to get ahead of Jesus—to make plans, take control, and then ask Him to bless what we've already decided.But following Jesus means something different. It means surrendering control and trusting Him to lead.In Mark 8:27–38, Jesus rebukes Peter for trying to lead the way and reminds us that true discipleship is about following from behind.This week, Pastor Reid Robinette challenges us to ask:➡️ Am I following Jesus, or just hoping He's following me?

Faith that moves mountains isn't about control—it's about trust. In Mark 11:22–33, Jesus teaches that real faith aligns with God's will, forgives freely, and stands firm under His authority even when everything familiar is shaking. This week, Pastor Korey reminds us that sometimes God has to bring one mountain down to raise something greater that can never be shaken.

"Why does Jesus curse the fig tree and flip tables in the temple? In Mark 13, Jesus talks about the end times—but there's so much we don't understand. What does He actually want His followers to focus on? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark South Dallas member, Natanya Michaud talk about Mark chapters 11-13 and discuss these questions and how we an live unafraid in the hope of Christ. Learn more about Watermark South Dallas: https://www.watermark.org/southdallas You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665 Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources! https://www.jointhejourney.com/ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981df"

Gospel Daily with Josh Weidmann Faith Over Form: Why Jesus Cares More About Your Heart Than Your Habits, Part 2Series: Encountering Jesus Scripture: Mark 6:53–56, Mark 7:1–30 Episode: 1435 Scripture Summary: In Mark 6:53–56, Jesus and His disciples arrive at Gennesaret, where people immediately recognize Him. Crowds bring the sick on mats, and wherever Jesus goes—villages, towns, or countryside—people beg to touch even the edge of His cloak, and all who touched Him were healed. This shows the growing belief in His healing power and compassionate authority. In Mark 7:1–30, Jesus confronts the Pharisees and teachers of the law, who criticize His disciples for not following ceremonial hand-washing traditions. Jesus rebukes them for honoring God with their lips but having hearts far from Him, accusing them of elevating human traditions over God's commandments. He then teaches that defilement comes from within—from the heart—not from external things. Later, Jesus travels to Tyre, where a Gentile womanbegs Him to heal her demon-possessed daughter. Though initially testing her faith, Jesus is moved by her humility and persistence, and He heals her daughter from a distance.

Gospel Daily with Josh Weidmann Faith Over Form: Why Jesus Cares More About Your Heart Than Your Habits, Part 1  Series: Encountering Jesus Scripture: Mark 6:53–56, Mark 7:1–30 Episode: 1434 Scripture Summary: In Mark 6:53–56, Jesus and His disciples arrive at Gennesaret, where people immediately recognize Him. Crowds bring the sick on mats, and wherever Jesus goes—villages, towns, or countryside—people beg to touch even the edge of His cloak, and all who touched Him were healed. This shows the growing belief in His healing power and compassionate authority. In Mark 7:1–30, Jesus confronts the Pharisees and teachers of the law, who criticize His disciples for not following ceremonial hand-washing traditions. Jesus rebukes them for honoring God with their lips but having hearts far from Him, accusing them of elevating human traditions over God's commandments. He then teaches that defilement comes from within—from the heart—not from external things. Later, Jesus travels to Tyre, where a Gentile womanbegs Him to heal her demon-possessed daughter. Though initially testing her faith, Jesus is moved by her humility and persistence, and He heals her daughter from a distance.

Jesus begins to reveal what's coming at the end of the age. In Mark 13:1–13, He speaks of the destruction of the Temple, deception in the last days, and the call to endure. Dallas and Carlos unpack what these verses meant to the first disciples—and what they mean for us today.

In the one-hundred-and-eighty-second episode, we explore the Fallacy Fallacy, starting with Trump invoking Contextomy, Chuck Grassley accusing people of Guilt By Association, and Eric Burlison claiming Ad Hominem attacks on Elon Musk.In Mark's British Politics Corner, we look at Lord David Frost citing multiple fallacies as reasons for dismissing Net Zero policies.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Better Call Saul, God's Not Dead, and The Good Life.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which one of three Trump quotes Jim made up.Then we talk about the current government shutdown.And finally, we round up some of the other crazy Trump stories from the past week.The full show notes for this episode can be found at https://fallacioustrump.com/ft182 You can contact the guys at pod@fallacioustrump.com, on BlueSky @FallaciousTrump, Discord at fallacioustrump.com/discord or facebook at facebook.com/groups/fallacioustrumpAnd you can buy our T-shirts here: https://fallacioustrump.com/teeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fallacious-trump/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In Mark 15:33–39, we're confronted with the sobering truth of the cross. Before we can long for the life that never fades, we must first face the reality that everything in this world—including ourselves and those we love—is perishing. Every achievement, every possession, every treasure here is already slipping away. Only when we see that clearly will we truly hunger for the unfading glory of what Christ has secured for us. Jesus has done it. The debt is paid. An eternal inheritance is waiting in heaven. The question is—will you trust Him?

Tuesday, 7 October 2025   Another parable He put forth to them, saying: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and sowed in his field, Matthew 13:31   “Another parable He presented them, saying, ‘The kingdom of the heavens, it is like a mustard kernel, which a man, having taken, he sowed in his field'” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus completed the parable of the sower. Without any intervening thoughts, it says, “Another parable He presented them.”   Whether this was actually stated one parable after another, or if this one is just placed here by Matthew categorically may be debated, but either way, the information is presented to continue to illuminate Jesus' instruction through this teaching method. Understanding this, He was “saying, ‘The kingdom of the heavens, it is like a mustard kernel.'”   Two new words are introduced. The first is kokkos, a kernel of seed or simply a grain. As a different word is used for seed, that is not a great choice for translation, although some versions use it. The second word is sinapi, mustard. Strong's said the word may be derived from sinomai, to hurt. Thus, it would explain the biting flavor of the herb.   Those listening would know immediately what Jesus was referring to. Being an agrarian society, the people would understand the various seeds that were available. Further, Mom would have them all around the house for use in the kitchen. In this case, the reason for using the mustard seed in His example will be seen in the next verse, but the people would know it already.   Therefore, His words are not an explanation of the seed. Rather, they will be used as a comparison. As such, it isn't cheating to explain that the mustard seed was the smallest seed used by farmers in the land at the time. Of this eensy weensy seed, Jesus next says, “which a man, having taken, he sowed in his field.”   Mustard seeds grow into mustard plants. These bear more mustard seeds (see Genesis 1:11). Mustard seeds have many uses. They can be kept whole or ground up when used in cooking. They are prized for their nutty, spicy flavor, which is used in dishes such as curries, pickled treats, dressings, marinades, etc.   They are also used in condiments. Beyond these culinary-type applications, they are considered to have health benefits. They can also be used to make mustard oil. These and a host of other uses explain why farmers would have mustard plants in their gardens. Jesus will make His comparison as He continues.   Life application: In Mark 4, the same parable says the following (as translated by the NKJV, et al.) –   “Then He said, ‘To what shall we liken the kingdom of God? Or with what parable shall we picture it? 31 It is like a mustard seed which, when it is sown on the ground, is smaller than all the seeds on earth.”   This seems to be an error on Jesus' part. The mustard seed is not the smallest seed on earth. How will you take that newly presented information? If Jesus is God incarnate, wouldn't He know this? Will you now close your Bible and give up on your faith?   A few points should clear this up. The first is that despite other seeds being smaller, such as types of orchids, man doesn't sow them into the ground for food, which is what Jesus just implied in His words. There may be seeds that are smaller that are sown (point 1) for food (point 2), though. What if there are?   The word translated as earth in Mark 4 is gé. It does not necessarily mean “the inhabited globe known as Earth.” Rather, it is just as often, or even more commonly, translated as soil (Matthew 13:8), ground (Matthew 10:29), or land (Matthew 10:15), etc. In other words, there is a context to what is being said. When speaking of the coming Messiah in Matthew 4, the word is used when referring to the land (gé) of Zebulun and the land (gé) of Naphtali.   Jesus is sitting in Israel talking to people who live in an agrarian-based economy. When He tells them this is the smallest seed used for sowing in a plot of land in Israel for gardening, He is telling them both the truth and something of which they were perfectly aware.   He was not concerned about orchid seeds in the Amazon jungle, nor were His listeners. There must be a context to every statement made by Jesus, or a challenge against His words is simply given to form a pretext.   If you are presented with a difficulty in what is said in the word, don't close your Bible, curse God for having fooled you into believing He exists when He doesn't (which is kind of ridiculous, because if you are cursing God who doesn't exist, you are wasting your breath!), and then spend the rest of your life mocking Christians for being so blind.   Rather, check out what you have been told, consider the information from the context presented, and understand why Jesus says what He says. When you do, you will find that His detractors are the inane ones. Your faith is well placed. Your hope is in a real Savior who came from the true God who created all things.   Jesus Christ is not wrong in His words about the mustard seed. His detractors are the ones who will stand before Him in judgment someday. Hold fast to your faith.   Glorious God Almighty, thank You for the wisdom of Your word. It is a marvelous place for us to find the truth, to rightly direct our hope, and to find the love that extends from You for Your creatures. Thank You above all that in it, we find Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.  

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In a world where control feels like an illusion and suffering seems senseless, is it possible that God still has a plan even in the chaos?In this powerful message from Mark 14, we step into the Upper Room and discover that the cross was not a tragic accident, but the fulfillment of a sovereign plan written across the pages of Scripture. Jesus wasn't overtaken by events. He orchestrated them. Down to the smallest detail.If you've ever wondered, “Can I trust God when nothing makes sense?” this sermon is for you. You'll see how:Jesus had a PLAN (even when it didn't make sense to others)That plan was PROPHESIED long before it unfoldedAnd that plan had a PURPOSE—your redemptionThis is not the story of a failed messiah. This is the story of a victorious Savior who drank the cup of suffering, so we could drink the cup of salvation.Tune in and discover how the First Supper reshapes our view of suffering, trust, and the hope that's still to come.For Reflection & Discussion:1.    In Mark 14:13-16 Jesus sends His disciples on a bit of a treasure hunt... only to find things EXACTLY as Jesus had said. How does Jesus' detailed planning encourage you to trust Him in your daily life?2.    Jesus' betrayal and death were foretold centuries earlier. How does seeing God's promises fulfilled in Scripture strengthen your faith in the Bible?3.    Jesus willingly and purposefully endured the horrors of the cross to redeem and save. What does this tell us about His character?4.    The Passover was & is a joyful remembrance of God's salvation from Egypt. How might we recover a spirit of celebration (not just somber reflection) when we take communion today?5.    Jesus refused the final cup, pointing forward to the great banquet we will experience when God ushers in His heavenly eternal Kingdom. How does this promise of future joy help you persevere through present struggles?+ + + + +Hey, while you're here, please help Generation by clicking the 'Subscribe' button, then click on the BELL

In Mark 4's account of Jesus calming the storm, Jesus asks his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” When we deal with anxiety, Jesus is inviting us into faith and trust in Him by knowing that Jesus is with us, has authority over the storms, and is leading us into His plans for our lives!

In Mark 6 we see the awesome encounter of Jesus feeding the 5,000 with a few fish and few loaves. In this passage we see Jesus serving the sheep and providing for them. What do we learn from what Jesus provided and how he served His sheep?

In Mark 9:21–29, we meet a father who desperately wanted to see his son healed but carried doubts after repeated disappointment. He had already tried everything and even watched Jesus' disciples fail to bring deliverance, so when he turned to Jesus, all he could say was, “If You can.” And honestly, who could blame him? But while others couldn't, Jesus could—and He did. Many of us know what it feels like to face situations that seem impossible, ones we've tried to fix on our own but couldn't. The truth is, without Jesus, it really is impossible. But with Jesus, the story isn't finished. No matter how hopeless it seems, it's not over yet.

Jesus doesn't just cleanse the temple—He calls out empty religion at its roots. In Mark 11:15–21, we see Him flip tables, quote the prophets, and pronounce judgment on a system that looked alive but was fruitless. This week, Pastor Korey reminds us that God's house is meant to be a house of prayer—and now, through Christ, we are His temple, called to live holy and bear real fruit.

In “Crashing Out,” Pastor Robert Madu reveals Jesus as a disrupter, passionate about the fruit our lives bear. In Mark 11, Jesus encounters a fig tree that appeared outwardly “fruitful” but, in reality, had none. Fruit in our lives is the visible evidence of God's Spirit flowing through us—without strain and without performance. Leaves without fruit? That's empty religion: activity without intimacy. God can handle our humanity, but He will confront our hypocrisy. Don't just look the part—let your life be a living witness of your connection to God. Thank you for partnering with Social Dallas! To GIVE Online- head to our website: www.socialdallas.com/give Make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Also follow us on all Social Media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/social_dallas

Have you ever felt "too much" and "not enough" at the same time? In Mark 6:30-56, we see how nothing and no one is "too much" for Jesus. This sermon was originally preached on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at the Husband Material Retreat in Colorado.Learn more about our 2026 retreats here.Support the showTake the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube Step 2: Join the private Husband Material Community Step 3: Take the free mini-course: How To Outgrow Porn Step 4: Try the all-in-one program: Husband Material Academy Thanks for listening!