In this powerful episode, we dive into a compelling story from Mark 14, where a woman’s extravagant love and devotion to Jesus challenges us to examine our own hearts. As Jesus faces betrayal and rejection, a woman breaks an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, pouring out everything she has in a bold act of worship. What does it mean to love Jesus without holding back?

Join us as we explore the concept of "do-gooder derogation"—why sometimes people criticize those who follow Jesus wholeheartedly—and how Jesus boldly defends true, sacrificial love. Reflect on the example of this woman’s all-in commitment and the ultimate love Jesus shows on the cross, pouring out everything for us.

This episode will inspire you to ask: Are we giving Jesus our whole hearts, or just a portion? Discover what it means to love and serve with a commitment that holds nothing back.

Tune in for a message that calls us to deeper devotion, courage, and faithfulness in our walk with Christ.

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In this powerful episode, we dive into the story of Bartimaeus from Mark 10:46-52—a blind beggar whose life was transformed by Jesus’ compassion and grace. Through Bartimaeus’ cry for mercy, we explore themes of hope, identity, and the radical love of Jesus who stops for the broken, even when He’s on a mission. Discover how Jesus’ question, “What do you want me to do for you?” reveals not only His heart but also invites us to bring our deepest needs to Him with faith.

Whether you feel stuck in your past mistakes or burdened by life’s challenges, this message reminds us that Jesus sees the unnoticeable and offers healing and new life. Join us as we learn how to lean into what we can do—like Bartimaeus did—and respond to Jesus’ call with faith and courage.

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In this pivotal episode of the Question Mark Series, we dive deep into one of the most profound and enduring questions in history: Who is Jesus? Drawing from Mark 8:27-37, we explore the moment Jesus asks His disciples, “Who do you say I am?” — a question that challenges not only the apostles but every listener to confront their own understanding and belief.

Right after Jesus calms a storm, His disciples are left in awe, asking, “Who is this?” This episode unpacks that question, revealing why it still resonates today. Through the lens of recent cultural shifts and surprising insights from the Barna Group’s 2025 study, we see a renewed interest in Jesus, especially among Gen Z and Millennials. What drives this resurgence? Is it a search for truth amid a polarized, often confusing world? Or a deeper longing for purpose after the isolation of recent years?

We journey with Jesus and His disciples to Caesarea Philippi—a Romanized city symbolizing worldly power—and witness how Jesus contrasts public opinion with personal conviction. While many saw Him as a prophet or a forerunner, Peter boldly declares Jesus to be the Messiah, the anointed one sent to redeem humanity. But what does that truly mean? Jesus reveals a Messianic mission unlike any expectation: a path marked by suffering, rejection, death, and ultimately, resurrection.

This episode challenges us to examine how often we try to fit Jesus into our own frameworks rather than allowing His true identity to shape our lives. We confront the temptation to mold Jesus into a comfortable figure aligned with our preferences instead of embracing the full call of discipleship.

Finally, we reflect on what Jesus expects from those who follow Him. Using Mark 8:34-37, we explore the radical call to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him — a call to victory through loss, transformation through sacrifice, and life through death.

Whether you’re questioning, seeking, or reaffirming your faith, this episode invites you to wrestle with the question that changes everything: Who do you say Jesus is?

Tune in to discover:

• The cultural and spiritual landscape fueling renewed interest in Jesus today
• The significance of Jesus’ question to His disciples and its relevance for us now
• The surprising nature of Jesus’ Messianic mission and what it means for believers
• How to move from public opinion to personal conviction about Jesus
• What true discipleship looks like in a world full of competing voices

Join us for a transformative conversation that calls us all to look beyond the surface and encounter Jesus in a way that challenges, changes, and inspires.

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In this insightful episode of the Question Mark Series, we dive deep into what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus through the lens of Mark 8:14-26. Drawing from a powerful teaching moment on a boat with Jesus and His disciples, we explore the layered questions Jesus asks and the profound lessons they reveal about faith, growth, and spiritual vigilance.

Join us as we unpack four essential characteristics of discipleship:

• Disciples are on Guard: Jesus warns His followers to "be careful" and "watch out" for the "yeast" of the Pharisees and Herod—symbols of unbelief and harmful influence that can quietly permeate and undermine faith. We reflect on the modern-day equivalents of these influences and why guarding our hearts and minds remains crucial.
• Disciples are Undistracted: When the disciples worry about their lack of bread, Jesus challenges them to focus beyond their immediate concerns and remember His miraculous provision. This segment encourages us to keep our eyes fixed on what Jesus has done and continues to do, despite life's distractions.
• Disciples are Open: Using a relatable story about coaching and learning, we highlight the importance of openness to Jesus’ teachings. Unlike the Pharisees, whose hearts are hardened by pride and tradition, disciples are called to open their eyes, ears, and hearts to the truth Jesus reveals.
• Disciples are in Progress: Spiritual growth is a lifelong journey. Just as Jesus heals physical blindness in the narrative, He also invites us to move from incomplete belief toward fuller understanding and faith. There is no final graduation in discipleship—only continuous learning and transformation.

Through personal stories, biblical insights, and practical applications, this episode challenges believers to embrace discipleship as an ongoing apprenticeship with Jesus. Whether you’re new to faith or have walked with Jesus for years, there’s something here to inspire your journey of learning, growing, and living as His disciple.

Tune in for a thoughtful and encouraging message that will help you guard your faith, stay focused amid distractions, remain open to God’s work, and celebrate the progress you’re making with Jesus every day.

Welcome to the Question Mark Series, a thought-provoking eight-week journey through the Gospel of Mark that explores the power of questions in faith, healing, and understanding who Jesus truly is.

In this inaugural episode, we dive into a remarkable story of unquestionable faith and the authority of Jesus found in Mark 2. Join us as we witness four determined friends who refuse to let obstacles stop them from bringing their paralyzed friend to Jesus. Their faith leads to a miraculous healing — but not just of the body. Jesus offers something even greater: forgiveness of sins, a revolutionary act that challenges the religious norms of His day.

Through this story, we explore how Jesus’ authority to forgive sins was questioned by the teachers of the law, and how Jesus responds—not with direct answers, but with probing questions that invite us to reflect deeply on our own hearts and beliefs. This episode challenges us to consider:

• What does it mean to have faith that moves mountains and breaks through roofs?
• How does Jesus’ grace redefine forgiveness beyond merit and sacrifice?
• Do we truly believe in Jesus’ authority to forgive and transform our lives?
• What questions is Jesus asking you today about your faith and trust in Him?

Whether you’re a lifelong believer or just beginning to explore faith, this episode reminds us that sometimes the most powerful learning happens through the questions we wrestle with, not just the answers we receive.

Join us as we unpack these timeless truths with compassion, insight, and encouragement. If you’ve ever carried the “mats” of loved ones in prayer, or wrestled with doubt and hope, this episode is for you. Discover how Jesus’ grace and authority offer freedom from guilt and paralysis — and how faith, no matter how bold or small, can lead to life-changing encounters.

Subscribe now and step into a series that invites you to ask, reflect, and grow in your understanding of Jesus as the Son of God, the healer, and the forgiver.

Tune in, be inspired, and bring your questions — because sometimes, the best answers come from the questions themselves.