Podcast appearances and mentions of John Mark

On this episode of G220 Radio, we take an honest, Scripture-driven look at pastoral moral failure, restoration, and the question of office. We start with what the Bible requires of pastors, elders, and overseers in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1, including what it means to be "above reproach." Then we examine the kinds of moral failure that have disqualified church leaders and what they teach us about accountability. Next, the good news: every believer can be forgiven, restored to fellowship, and used by God. We look at David, Peter, Paul, John Mark, and Rahab. Then the harder question: does restoration to Christ and the body automatically mean restoration to the office of pastor, elder, or overseer? We look at the biblical case for why it often does not, what genuine repentance looks like, and how church government (Baptist, Presbyterian, Catholic, Orthodox, Pentecostal, and non-denominational) shapes different answers. Whether you're a pastor, church member, or someone hurt by a leader's failure, join us for grace and truth on forgiveness, accountability, and the qualifications for church leadership. #G220Radio #WhenTheShepherdFalls #PastoralQualifications #ChurchLeadership #Restoration #Redemption #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #1Timothy3 #Titus1

Why does solitude sometimes feel less like rest and more like a battlefield?In this teaching on the ancient practice of solitude, John Mark reveals what Jesus and the desert fathers and mothers knew: we don't always go into the quiet place to flee the noise of our lives, but to fight the enemies of our souls.If you'd like to continue exploring what it means to build a life with God in solitude, we have two invitations for you. First, John Mark's newest book, Into the Quiet, is now available for preorder at .intothequietexperience.com/preorder. Second, you can join John Mark in person for the Into the Quiet Experience, coming to a city near you between now and November 12. Purchase your ticket at intothequietexperience.com.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Rosalia from Trabuco Canyon, California; Hannah from Trowbridge, Wiltshire, United Kingdom; Eric from Tomball, Texas; Nancy from Edgewood, Washington; and Christian from Fairhope, Alabama. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/generous. Mentioned in this teaching:Matthew 4:1-11Talking Back: A Monastic Handbook for Combating Demons by Evagrius PonticusThe Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis"Christ in the Wilderness," painting by Moretto da BresciaOrder your copy of the Solitude Companion Guide at practicingtheway.org/solitude.

In this message we see Scripture's testimony of John Mark's perseverance through failure, how the Lord cleansed, restored, and used him for ministry. This is the fifth message in our Family Camp 2026 series

In this message we see Scripture's testimony of John Mark's perseverance through failure, how the Lord cleansed, restored, and used him for ministry. This is the fifth message in our Family Camp 2026 series

Acts 13 is a turning point in Global expansion of the church. The focus now turns to Saul/Paul's ministry journeys. Barnabus and Saul are both commissioned on their first missionary journey taking John Mark. Paul is preaching to both the Jews and Gentiles.   God's opening the door for the Gospel message to spread and global expansion begins.   You can connect with Amie on her website: https://rawandrealministries.com/   You can connect with me or order my books on my website here: https://debbiekitterman.com/ click on the store tab and choose the book(s) you would like to view under the book tab.   OR on Amazon here using my affiliate links:  Check out my Amazon Store front here:https://a.co/d/0fSFMjq0 D2h Podcast Books  https://amzn.to/4wnk96D Podcast Equipment https://amzn.to/4u8PloC  I even have other categories for my sourdough, chickens, my favorite things, and more…. check my entire storefront out here: https://a.co/d/0fSFMjq0  

The book of Acts ends with no farewell, no trial verdict, and no dramatic last scene. Just two verses covering two years, and then it stops. Why would the Holy Spirit close the greatest church history ever written like that? After 1,337 days, Pastor Jim Scudder crosses the finish line of the series on the book of Acts at Quentin Road Baptist Church. He starts with Acts 28:30-31, then does a little detective work across the prison epistles to piece together what happened in those hidden years: the Praetorian Guard hearing the gospel one chained soldier at a time, the saints in Caesar's own household, rivals who preached out of envy, and friends who stood beside him, including a young man named John Mark who had once walked out on Paul and was now useful to him. It's never too late. Along the way, Pastor Scudder traces the likely path from house arrest to Spain to a second, harsher imprisonment, to a crown of righteousness. He closes with seven lessons from Acts and the reason the book may end the way it does. The story isn't over. Will you finish strong? Scripture referenced: 2 Timothy 4:6-7; Acts 28:30-31; Ephesians 6:20; Philippians 1:12-14; Philippians 4:22; Philippians 1:15-17; Philippians 4:4; Colossians 4:10-14; Romans 15:28; 2 Timothy 1:16-18; 2 Timothy 4:7-8; Acts 1:8

On Father's Day 2026, we ask the question, 'How do we father this next generation?' The world is changing rapidly. Young believers are hungry for the presence of God and passionate to see His kingdom come on earth. How do we as their spiritual parents guide and encourage them for this moment? Looking at the life of John Mark, this message stirs us to take up the task at hand.

What are we afraid will surface when we leave the noise behind?In this teaching on the ancient practice of solitude, John Mark invites us to follow Jesus' path into solitude, where we can give our feelings, desires, and trust to God, and be shaped by His transforming love in return.If you'd like to continue exploring what it means to build a life with God in solitude, we have two invitations for you. First, John Mark's newest book, Into the Quiet, is now available for preorder at intothequietexperience.com/preorder. Second, you can join John Mark in person for the Into the Quiet Experience, coming to a city near you between now and November 12. Purchase your ticket a intothequietexperience.com.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Jodi from Hillsboro, Oregon; Mallory from Yakima, Washington; Jordan from Robinson, Texas; Lauren from Moreland Hills, Ohio; and Quentin from Wilson, North Carolina. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/generous. Mentioned in this teaching:Matthew 26:36-46Matthew 26:36 (cited specifically)The Way of the Heart by Henri NouwenThe Triumph of the Therapeutic by Philip RieffOrder your copy of the Solitude Companion Guide at practicingtheway.org/solitude.

Send us Fan MailWe're back from summer break! In this episode, we open Acts 13 as the story of the early church turns from Peter to Paul. While the leaders of the church in Antioch are worshiping and fasting, the Holy Spirit speaks: "Appoint Barnabas and Saul for the special work to which I have called them." After more prayer and fasting, the church lays hands on the two men and sends them out, and Paul's first missionary journey begins.We follow Barnabas, Saul, and John Mark to the island of Cyprus, where they preach in the Jewish synagogues first, from Salamis all the way to Paphos. There they meet Sergius Paulus, a Roman governor who wants to hear the word of God, and Bar-Jesus, a Jewish sorcerer and false prophet who tries to keep him from believing. Filled with the Holy Spirit, Saul, now called Paul for the first time, confronts the sorcerer, who is struck blind, and the governor believes.Join us as we explore what it means to be sent by the Holy Spirit, why the gospel went to the Jews first, how fasting and prayer prepare us to hear from God, and the striking parallel between Paul's own blindness on the Damascus road and the blindness that falls on the man who led a governor into spiritual darkness.Listen now at:https://rymm.cc.You can listen to past and future episodes of this podcast and The God Revelation Podcast and the Holy Spirit Podcast on our website https://renewyourmindministries.org/, or on any podcast platform such as Amazon Alexa, Audible, Apple/Itunes Podcasts, Spotify, iheart, Youtube Podcasts, & etc.

Using the story of Paul’s relationship with John Mark, we talk about how grace allows us to hold one another’s stories and offenses with a little more openness. Learn more […]

Using the story of Paul's relationship with John Mark, we talk about how grace allows us to hold one another's stories and offenses with a little more openness. Learn more about Blue Ocean Church at a2blue.org. You can find recordings of past services, learn where and when we meet in person, or get information about joining our live virtual service, by visiting a2blue.org/sunday-services/.

Acts 15:36-41.  Paul and Barnabas, after having been partners for a lengthy time, have a sharp disagreement over staffing with Barnabas wanting to take John Mark with them and Paul not wanting to. They have such a strong disagreement they part company.   Colossians 4:10 we see the relationship of Barnabas and John Mark, that John Mark is the cousin of Barnabas.   Barnabas heads out one direction and Paul another. Barnabas takes John Mark with him and sails for Cyprus. Paul takes Silas with him and heads to Syria and Cilicia.   Take note of what has happened and has not happened. The mission has not suffered - both are going back to church groups they had established, going back to the believers they had led to Christ months ago. What has happened is a relationship has floundered.   However, we see in Scripture a real indication of God's mercy and grace - as they are later reconciled. Taking a look at Colossians 4:10 written later in Paul's life, we see in this verse that Paul is also sharing a greeting from John Mark - showing us that they are once again working together. They are united in their love for the Lord. And in Paul's final years, John Mark becomes one of Paul's closest associates.   We, too, are to keep out hearts open to Christ and open to reconciliation with one another.     Now What? Learn about God at https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE.   View live or on demand: https://www.awakeusnow.com/tuesday-bible-class   For the full list of videos in this series, Dig Deeper, https://www.awakeusnow.com/dig-deeper   For more check out our Sunday series, God ACTS! https://www.awakeusnow.com/god-acts-then-now   Join us Sundays  https://www.awakeusnow.com/sunday-service   Or watch from our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@AwakeUsNow/videos    Watch via our app. Text HELLO to 888-364-4483 to download our app.

This book traces Clubb's journey from a childhood marked by abuse in segregated Louisville, Kentucky, through a distinguished military career, and ultimately to the long process of confronting and healing from trauma carried for decades. Born on Labor Day to two teachers, Clubb grew up under the shadow of sexual abuse inflicted by his father and physical abuse by his mother, both of whom were devout Southern Baptists. At seventeen, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps to escape. The military offered structure, discipline, and a sense of belonging he had never known. He went on to graduate from Aviation Officer Candidate School, earn his wings as a Naval Aviator, and rise to the rank of Navy Commander

What are we missing by never sitting in the quiet?Welcome to a new series of teachings on the ancient practice of solitude. Together we'll explore how to step away from the noise of modern life and into the still, peaceful presence of God. In this teaching, John Mark explains what true solitude with God is, what it isn't, and what might be waiting for us if we follow Jesus into the quiet place.If you'd like to continue exploring what it means to build a life with God in solitude, we have two invitations for you. First, John Mark's newest book, Into the Quiet, is now available for preorder at intothequietexperience.com/preorder. Second, you can join John Mark in person for the Into the Quiet Experience, coming to a city near you between now and November 12. Purchase your ticket at intothequietexperience.com.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Amy from Boulder, Colorado; Elizabeth from San Carlos, California; Catherine from Durham, North Carolina; Maryssa from Lake Oswego, Oregon; and Adam from Edmonds, Washington. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/generous.Mentioned in this teaching:Luke 5:15–16Digital Minimalism by Cal NewportCelebration of Discipline by Richard FosterInvitation to Silence and Solitude by Ruth Haley BartonOrder your copy of the Solitude Companion Guide at practicingtheway.org/solitude.

Conflict is inevitable—even among mature believers—but growth is optional. In Week 3 of our Life in Community series, we dive into Acts 15 to look at the sharp disagreement between Paul and Barnabas over John Mark. Discover how relational complexity impacts tension, why conflict offers incredible opportunities for personal and relational growth, and how a posture of humility and forgiveness keeps our community strong across every generation.

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

What kind of faith can actually last a lifetime? In this final conversation on Water From A Deep Well, John Mark and Dr. Sittser uncover one quality that stands out in their journey through 2,000 years of Christian history — from the lives of saints and martyrs, to missionaries and laity: the virtue of resilience.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Neil from Lake in the Hills; Sheryll from Pensacola, Florida; Amy from Mount Carmel, Tennessee; Luke from Winscombe, Avon; and Jacob from Olathe, Kansas. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

There is a thing called the "Governor's Tag" in our wildlife management system. It's an often expensive tag that is accused to be antithetical to the North American Wildlife Model - because only the rich get to play in that proverbial sand-box. This is why Robbie went to New Mexico to start a documentary around this "Governor's Tag" - there is no better place to do this than in New Mexico. Robbie sits down live with John Mark Matkin, following his three-year journey to hunt New Mexico's coveted Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep after ultimately winning the state's Governor's Tag for $1 MILLION. Robbie and John Mark are joined by outfitters/guides Jim Breck and GT, John brings us through the failed bids, setbacks, surgeries, and determination that finally led him to an extraordinary 200-plus-inch ram in the Jemez Mountains of New Mexico. There is so much more to this story than this podcast, but this is the beginning.  Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org  Text us at 601-790-0607 with thoughts, comments and ideas for guests and episodes Support our Conservation Club Members! Classic African Hunting: https://classicafricanhunting.com/  Landtrust: https://landtrust.com/  Everyone Deserves to Play: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/everyone-deserves-to-play/  See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com  This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com  Don't forget to go subscribe to our new The Origins Foundation Podcast Youtube channel: http://www.youtube.com/@TheOriginsFoundationPodcast - who knows, you may be a lucky subscriber who wins some cool stuff from our partner companies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Church hurt is real. When people we love and trust let us down, the pain can be deep. But what happens when that hurt causes us to isolate from the body of Christ? In this episode, Terry looks at 2 Timothy 4 and the experiences of Paul, John Mark, and others who experienced disappointment, betrayal, and rejection. Through these stories, we're reminded that while church hurt is real, isolation can leave us vulnerable to defeat. We need each other. The church needs the gifts, testimony, and presence God has given each of us. If you've experienced church hurt, this episode is an encouragement to bring that hurt to Jesus, pursue forgiveness, and allow Him to lead you forward. #ChurchHurt #Christianity #Church #Forgiveness #TruthForToday

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

Why must preachers call sinners to repent immediately if fallen people cannot come to Christ without grace?In Episode 50, John-Mark and Oliver Allmand-Smith are joined by Dr Robert Strivens, Director of the Reformed Baptist Study Centre, to discuss Andrew Fuller and the duty of calling all people to immediate repentance and faith.Drawing on Fuller's The Gospel Worthy of All Acceptation, Robert explains the difference between physical and guilty moral inability, Fuller's answer to hyper-Calvinism, and how God uses gospel preaching to bring sinners to Christ.Robert then distils Fuller's concluding reflections into seven lessons for evangelistic preaching. Ministers must preach without discrimination, direct sinners away from themselves and towards Christ, urge and plead rather than merely explain, call for genuine conversion rather than outward reform, and leave every hearer in no doubt of their duty to repent and believe now.EPISODE RESOURCESRobert's article, “Andrew Fuller and the Call to Immediate Repentance”:https://rbstudycentre.com/andrew-fuller-and-the-call-to-immediate-repentance-lessons-for-evangelistic-preaching-today/The Reformed Baptist Study Centre:https://rbstudycentre.com/LISTENER DISCOUNTUse code brokenwharfepodcast at checkout for £5/$5 off any of these three related titles:The Seraphic Samuel Pearce by Michael A. G. Haykin:https://brokenwharfe.com/product/the-seraphic-samuel-pearce-the-piety-and-theology-of-a-particular-baptist-pastor/History of the English Calvinistic Baptists, 1771–1892 by Robert W. Oliver:https://brokenwharfe.com/product/history-of-the-english-calvinistic-baptists/Spurgeon's Pastoral Wisdom, edited by Geoffrey Chang:https://brokenwharfe.com/product/spurgeons-pastoral-wisdom-articles-on-the-church-and-the-ministry-from-the-sword-and-the-trowel/Browse Broken Wharfe:https://brokenwharfe.com/CHAPTERS00:00 – The Duty to Repent00:53 – Welcome to Episode 5001:19 – The Reformed Baptist Study Centre03:26 – Study Without Dry Orthodoxy06:04 – Andrew Fuller and Serious Learning07:15 – Who Was Andrew Fuller?09:47 – The Gospel Worthy of All Acceptation12:43 – Moral and Physical Inability16:07 – Fuller, Missions and the Free Offer17:54 – Preaching as God's Appointed Means23:42 – Seven Lessons for Gospel Preaching27:30 – Trust Christ, Not Merely Truths29:40 – Pleading, Not Merely Explaining32:13 – Duty, Delight and the Sin of Unbelief35:32 – The Call to Immediate Repentance40:10 – Robert's Article and Listener DiscountSend us Fan MailContact Broken WharfeTweet us @BrokenwharfeFind us on Facebook at BrokenWharfeFollow us on Instagram at BrokenWharfeEmail us at info@brokenwharfe.comThanks for listening!

When was the last time you made a risk for God? In this conversation, John Mark and Dr. Sittser explore the courageous, risk-taking faith of pioneer missionaries, and how our own spirituality can be deeply formed over time by small acts of faith.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Dee from Durham, North Carolina; Tim from Hagerstown, Maryland; Jennifer from Tell City, Indiana; Stephen from Surrey, British Columbia; and Julie from Austin, Texas. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

Acts: The Revolution Begins With Dr. Clint Archer. Today' s Sermon Is "When Friends Fight: The John-Mark Debacle" From Acts 15:36-41. Sermon Outline - 3 Lessons We Learn From The John-Mark Debacle: 1. The Consequence Of A Mistake 2. The Continuation Of The Mission 3. The Consolation Of Maturity

Someone vouched for Paul when nobody else would. The believers in Jerusalem were frightened of him, and with good reason. Barnabas stood up and said, in effect: I know what you’ve heard. Trust me on this one. That one act of belief shaped the early church. Carson, Ingrid and Chuck walk through the friendship across Acts 9, 11 and 15 — the vouching, the partnership in Antioch, and the falling-out over John Mark. Their story isn’t tidy. Mentoring rarely is. Along the way: how to spot potential in a mentee, how to encourage and hold to account at the same time, and what to do when conflict shows up. Who in your life could use a Barnabas right now?

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

What value lies beyond the church tradition you know best? In this conversation, John Mark and Dr. Sittser arrive at the spirituality many of us are most familiar with today: evangelicalism, and discuss how it came to be and how it can be harmonized with the rich, historical traditions of the Church.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Shelby from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; John from Asheboro, North Carolina; Heidi from Colorado Springs, Colorado; Alicia from Boyds, Maryland; and Miriam from Anderson, California. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

The Gospel of Mark is one of four Gospels written about the life and ministry of Jesus. This amazing book was written by John Mark, who was a close associate of Peter, and who served with Barnabas and Paul on their first missionary journey.   Join Jerry as he walks through this book and gives insight along the way about how you can apply it in your every day life. You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

August 12, 2026 - Wednesday Bible Class In this episode we take a focused look at the life and legacy of John Mark — the often-overlooked figure behind the Gospel of Mark. Hiram traces Mark's appearance in Scripture, beginning with the mysterious young man in Gethsemane (Mark 14:51–52), his upbringing in Mary's house (Acts 12), his early role as an assistant on Paul and Barnabas' first missionary journey (Acts 13), his sudden departure at Pamphylia, and the sharp disagreement between Barnabas and Paul that followed (Acts 15). The narrative continues through Mark's later reconciliation with Paul (Colossians, Philemon, 2 Timothy) and his close relationship with Peter (1 Peter 5:13), together showing his development from servant to valued minister and Gospel author. The episode highlights five practical lessons from Mark's life: the lasting value of a Christian home and spiritual environment; the importance of leaving no question marks in your life; faithfulness in whatever task you are assigned (even in humble service); the power and necessity of second chances; and the responsibility to make good on those second chances. Along the way the host references supporting Scripture (Deuteronomy, Proverbs, Ephesians, Psalm 71, Ecclesiastes, Mark 10, and others), church tradition about Mark's possible ties to Peter and his later ministry, and how Mark's Gospel reflects themes of service and eyewitness testimony. Listeners can expect thoughtful application for parents, church leaders, and individuals: how early spiritual influences matter, how Christian community can develop and restore people, and how forgiveness and prudence differ when restoring trust. The episode closes with discussion questions about forgiveness versus trust, what makes someone useful to ministry, and the difference between evaluating and developing others — all anchored in Mark's life and the broader biblical witness.   Duration 42:09

The Power of Positioning What John the Baptist, Paul, and Barnabas Teach Us About Knowing Your Place in God's Work What if your significance in the Kingdom of God isn't determined by how visible your position is, but by how faithful you are in the position God has given you? In this episode, we look at three very different biblical trailblazers: John the Baptist, the Apostle Paul, and Barnabas. Each man played a unique role in advancing the Kingdom, but none of them were called to do the exact same thing. John prepared the way for Someone greater than himself. Paul carried the Gospel into territory where Christ had not yet been named. Barnabas recognized the gifts in others and helped position men like Paul and John Mark for greater Kingdom usefulness. Together, their lives teach us an important lesson: prominence is not the measure of Kingdom significance. Faithfulness is. We discuss: Why knowing who you are also requires knowing who you are not John the Baptist's willingness to point his own disciples toward Jesus What John's moment of doubt teaches us about faithfulness in difficult seasons Paul's “holy ambition” to preach Christ where He had not been named The difference between selfish ambition and Kingdom ambition How Barnabas helped position Paul when others were still afraid of him Barnabas' willingness to move from the foreground to the background Why developing other people may be one of the greatest forms of leadership Barnabas' investment in John Mark after Paul had given up on him How 1 Corinthians 12 changes the way we think about position, gifting, and importance in the Body of Christ Why fathers, pastors, disciplers, and leaders should be intentionally positioning the next generation Key Scriptures John 1:19–39 Matthew 11:2–15 Acts 9:15–27 Acts 11:19–26 Acts 13:1–13 Acts 15:36–40 Romans 15:20–21 2 Timothy 4:9–11 1 Corinthians 12 John 3:30 Questions to Consider Do you know your assignment? What has God actually placed in front of you to steward faithfully? What is your ambition? Are you primarily concerned with people knowing your name—or with people knowing the name of Christ? Who are you positioning? Who are you encouraging, discipling, developing, introducing, or preparing for greater usefulness in the Kingdom? Sometimes God calls you to be a John who prepares the way. Sometimes He calls you to be a Paul who enters uncharted territory. And sometimes He calls you to be a Barnabas who sees something in another person and helps position them to flourish. Whatever your position may be, the goal remains the same: Know your assignment. Pursue holy ambition. Position others. Be faithful. Culture Proof exists to help families become culturally astute and navigate life by applying the Straight Edge of Scripture. Subscribe and follow Culture Proof for biblical conversations about faith, family, discipleship, culture, and living faithfully in this generation.   Be sure to visit cultureproof.net Please consider supporting the Culture Proof Podcast. We aim to bring engaging content that will challenge and equip Christians to live according to the Straight Edge of Scripture. All gifts are tax deductible. Our Address is: S.E. Ministries PO Box 1269 Saltillo MS, 38866   Episode sponsors: BJUPress Homeschool We Heart Nutrition – Go to weheartnutrition.com/cultureproof for 20% 0ff Culture Proof Listeners  THANKS!   Culture Proof Podcast Theme song "Believers" courtesy of Path of Revelation    

When did you first get your hands on a Bible? In this conversation, John Mark and Dr. Sittser move into the Protestant Reformation to discuss how it profoundly shifted the role of the Bible, and how that connects to our experience in the life of the church today.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Jenn from Spokane Valley, Washington; Helen from Kenosha, Wisconsin; Zach from Libertyville, Illinois; Kristi from Carthage, Tennessee; and Christina from Elk River, Minnesota. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

Reading Acts 15:36-41 where Paul and Barnabas disagree with one another over John Mark and end up going in opposite directions as they continue the work in the gospel. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Former Sheriff's Deputy, U.S. Marine, and whistleblower John Mark Dougan returns to the program to share an extraordinary series of events surrounding a cache of highly sensitive documents he says expose criminal activity involving some of the world's most powerful people. According to Dougan, his goal has been simple: get the information into the hands of FBI Director Kash Patel. But instead of being able to deliver the documents, he says the people closest to him have become the focus of unexpected scrutiny.Dougan describes how family members, friends, and former colleagues have allegedly been investigated, visited, and followed while he has attempted to navigate this situation. He shares why he believes this is happening, what the documents allegedly contain, and the challenges he's faced trying to get them into the right hands.Find John Mark Dougen on X at @RealBadVolfSign up for the newsletter and see exclusives at SarahWestall.Substack.com

Jesus leads His disciples into Jerusalem for His final Passover, giving Peter and John precise, faith‑testing instructions that guide them to the upper room—likely the home of John Mark's family—where the meal will take place. During the supper, Jesus reveals Himself as the true Passover Lamb, establishes the new covenant through bread and wine, and teaches that His sacrifice will bring forgiveness, unity, and the fulfillment of God's kingdom. Pastor Bob emphasizes that while God is sovereign, believers still have a role to play—examining their hearts, repenting, participating in communion with intention, and actively sharing Christ so that His kingdom may come.

July 26, 2026 - Sunday AM Bible Class This episode is a teaching session from Cumberland Trace exploring Acts 16 and the start of the Second Missionary Journey. Neal sets Acts 16 in context—after the Paul–Barnabas split—and examines the secondary yet pivotal roles of Timothy and John Mark, with reference to Paul, Silas, Luke and the decisions of the Jerusalem council in Acts 15. Topics covered include Timothy's background (a disciple with mixed Jewish–Greek heritage, taught Scripture by his mother and grandmother, well regarded in Lystra and Iconium, circumcised to remove barriers to ministry), John Mark's early role as an assistant and his later significance as the author of the Gospel of Mark, and Luke's appearance on the journey. Scriptural references and practical implications from Acts 16:1–5 and later New Testament passages are used to build the case. Neal also shares congregation-specific data and concerns: the church averages about 400 in morning worship; there are roughly 57–60 people in their 20s and 30s, about 97 children and teenagers (plus several expectant mothers), producing nearly 200 people who fit the Bible's definition of youth when combined with college-aged members. These numbers frame the urgent opportunity and responsibility in developing future leaders. Key challenges discussed are modern distractions (technology and cultural influences), generational gaps and intimidation in approaching young people, attrition and moral pressures, the limits of the church when the home doesn't prioritize Christ, and perceived or real shortages of mentors. The teaching repeatedly returns to the principle “to whom much is given, much is required,” emphasizing accountability. Practical takeaways and action steps include: identify and invest in raw material—young people with potential; put them into responsible service roles that stretch them; balance encouragement (à la Barnabas) with loving admonition; model faith in an intergenerational context; cultivate mentoring relationships rather than cold approaches; and prioritize parenting support (the speaker mentions an upcoming parenting seminar). The session closes with a clear call to action for listeners: commit to encourage or mentor a young person, remember that adequacy comes from God (2 Corinthians 3:5), and actively use the church's resources and relationships to raise the next generation of leaders. Listeners should expect a blend of biblical teaching, local congregation statistics, candid discussion of obstacles, and concrete mentorship strategies they can put into practice.   Duration 37:59

Could your normal, everyday life be holy ground? In this conversation, John Mark and Dr. Sittser discuss how it came to be believed that even the most ordinary of people like you and me — not just saints, mystics or monastics — could create a deeply spiritual life with God in their everyday lives.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Brook from Antioch, Tennessee; Chris from Burlington, Ontario; Daniel from Vancouver, Washington; Anthony from Raleigh, North Carolina; and Chris from Stone Ridge, New York. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

What if faith is meant to be experienced, not just understood? In this conversation, John Mark and Dr. Sittser dive into the historical roots of Christian mysticism, a part of the Christian tradition that focuses on how we can know God through direct experience, not just intellectual understanding.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Nina from Wrentham, Massachusetts; Eric from San Antonio, Texas; Beverly from Chico, California; Troy from Nashville, Tennessee; and Peter from Camas, Washington. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.