As the Twelve traveled through Galilee last week—the news spread like wildfire. So much so that Herod Antipas hears of it. When Jesus sent the Twelve out to preach, Jesus created a moment of crisis for the Kingdom of Galilee. Now, the monarch of Galilee doesn't need another crisis because Antipas and his family live in a constant state of drama.

The next two weeks will not seem like I'm teaching from Scripture, but more like reading a Hollywood script from a cheesy soap opera. This Scripture passage is more confusing, dramatic, and horrific than what Hollywood can create.

Regardless, we have a lot to learn today from God's Word, especially when it comes to fear.