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In this episode we pick up at the end of the Last Supper and walk through the long night Jesus endured on the way to the cross. I tried to set the scene so that we can consider what condition the disciples were in, and just who was around to cry out for Jesus to be crucified.

We came away from this lesson with more adoration for Jesus and with more compassion for the disciples. Join us for the long night that happened one cool spring night under a full Passover moon. The Jerusalem streets were quiet, and the sun rises to Jesus on His way outside the city to be crucified. By 3:00 in the afternoon, it is finshed.

Mark 14:27-72

Mark 15

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This is part 2 of the conversation that Twila and I began in our previous episode. Last week we talked about Passover, how it was celebrated then and how it is celebrated now. I shared some of my personal story about growing up in a religious system that was rooted in the Old Covenant and in that tradition we celebrated the Passover instead of Easter. So if you weren't able to listen to that episode I encourage you to go back to episode 37. Then come back and join us for the next part of one of the most important nights in history.

Passover Part 1

This meal was both familiar to the disciples and new. I'm thankful to be learning new things about the Lord's Supper. Thanks for joining us as we learn and grow. You're welcome at our table.

Mark 14:22-25

Galatians 5:1

Jeremiah 31:31-34

Revelation 19:9

afikoman (I know I misprounced this word.) In Jesus's time, this broken piece of bread was held up representing the Messiah.

There are four more episodes in our Mark series. This is part one of a two part episode about the last supper. I talk about my religious experiences of celebrating the Passover and the Days of Unleavened Bread instead of Easter. Twila and I are both seeking to learn more about the Jewish holidays. We are learning and growing in understanding. I'm sure we've barely only begun to scratch the surface. Join us as we dig into learning about Jesus in a more Jewish context. Please extend us grace as we probably fumble some of the details. Hopefully we will inspire you to dig in more to discover more richness and beauty in the Jewish Feasts.

Thank you for joining us to learn around the table.

Mark 14:13-21

Exodus 12

Exodus 6:6-8

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Was the Last Supper a Passover seder?

We land in a beautiful portrait of a woman pouring out a fragrant act of devotion and worship at the feet of Jesus. Mark doesn't tell us her name. John, however, tells us she's Mary of Bethany, the sister of Lazarus. Mark wants us to focus on her beautiful light filled worship. Mark strategically sandwhiches her between a dark plot of the chief priests and the treachery of Judas.

Mark is painting a dark picture of the human heart. The human heart seeks to use God. We treat God as a means to an end. What can I get from God?

Twila and I discuss the indignant reactions of the guests. When it comes to Jesus, we are quick to say moderation. Mary's lavish devotion made everyone uncomfortable. Like us, this might hit a little close to home for you.

Have a heart to heart talk with Jesus.

Adopt the motto "She did what she could" in your daily life.

What has been entrusted to me to offer as an offering of devotion to Jesus?

Oswald Chambers said, "The greatest competitor of devotion is service to Jesus. My Upmost For His Highest Devotion

Mark 14:1-11

Matthew 26:6-13

John 12:1-9

Flourish Ministry Israel 2024

I'm joined for this episode by my friend Amy Crump. Amy is truly a servant. She was a great guest co-host to have for this lesson and conversation. Mark 10:45 is the key verse in Mark. Jesus says this to his disciples in the context of James and John asking for seats of honor in His kingdom.

"For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and give his life as a ransom for many." Mark 10:45

Every martyr dies better than Jesus, because no one else who gives their life for the gospel, has to drink the cup of God's wrath. Tim Keller

Tim Keller says the Bible narrative teaches that "if you don't know you're in bondage- you are the most complete prisoner."

See Mark 3:17 for the "sons of thunder" episode title inspiration.

Flourish Ministry

We are going to the Mount of Transfiguration. I have long loved the transifiguration, but doing a deep dive into this climactic event in the life and ministry of Jesus has increased my love of it exponentially. I understand why some orthodox faith traditions celebrate the transfiguration. My co-host for this episode was my friend Amy Crump. We had a great time geeking out over all the connections we made back to the Old Testament.

"It reminds me that in the greater reality, the past is the past. This is a glimpse behind the veil. There's new beginnings for all God's kids." Allister Begg

Mark 9:1-13

Matthew 17

Ex.24:15-16, 8-11

Luke 9:28

Daniel 7:13-14

John 1:14

Hebrews 1:3

Daniel 12:2-3

Matthew 17:13

2 Corinthians 3:16-18

Flourish Ministry

In this episode, we're talking about four verses that pack a punch. When Jesus mentioned the cross for the first time in Mark, I think you could've heard a pin drop. I believe these verses are still a little shocking to us or at the very least when we read them we feel the weight of what Jesus is saying. Join Kimberly and I for a weighty lesson. We may sometimes need a no pain no gain attitude in following Jesus. The way of the cross has a lot of unexpected turns.

We do have a lighthearted start and I think our bright spots remind us that a hard time isn't the end of the story.

In following Jesus there is always joy set before us.

Mark 8:34-38

Hebrews 5:8

Philippians 2

Hebrews 12:2-3

This episode comes with a little cautious warning, because some of the things that historically happened at Caesarea Philippi are things you want to protect little ears from hearing.

For the rest of us knowing about the pagan region Jesus took His disciples to ask this very important question sheds so much light on His mission. I draw so much strength from knowing that Jesus established His Church at a place known as "the Gates of Hell". There's no reason to panic about the Church. We can also learn from Peter's example that one minute we may confess Jesus as the Messiah, but the next minute get badly off track.

Mark 8:27-33

Matthew 16:13-23

"Make peace with homelessness, because church is not what it used to be." Dr. Russell Moore episode 481 That Sounds Fun podcast

Losing Our Religion Russell Moore

It was a lot of fun to make this episode. Any time we're together, we're having a good time. The things we do together are straight out of Jesus' discipleship manual.

I'll link the cookbook with the delicious salad we had before we recorded. In our conversation we share some Bible study tips, a lesson on Mark 8:11-21, and our bright spots pick up our love for learning. We were strengthened by our time together, and we pray that you will be as well.

Listen closely and you will hear Sir bark his way in to the conversation.

Half Baked Harvest "crispy feta cauliflower bowls" page 153

Biblcal Theology Study Bible

Bible Project videos

Let's Read the Gospels

Charles Martin Book Series

The Water Keeper

The Letter Keeper

The Record Keeper

Losing Our Religion by Russell Moore

Who's ready for a new season? Julie, Twila, and Kimberly are all ready for September. We had some fun talking about all the things we're looking forward to this fall: the food, football, school, routines, etc. We don't love the PSL. Twila really dated us(not including Kimberly)by bringing up the Superbowl Shuffle.

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I do a comparison between the miraculous meals. The discples were a work in progress and so are we. My encourgement is that compassion is easly shared through food and around a table.

Mark 8:1-3

Mark 6:30-44

Matthew 15:30-31

Exodus 34:6-7

Isaiah 49:6

Luke 2:25-32