Shed for Many: Passover, Communion, and God’s Plan | Mark 14

In this week’s Gospel Portions episode, we are in Mark chapter 14, right in the middle of Passover and heading into Resurrection Day.

Jesus takes the bread and says, “This is my body.”
 He takes the cup and says, “This is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many.”

In this powerful chapter, we see the institution of communion during the Passover meal, the meaning behind the bread and the cup, and the sacred remembrance of Jesus’ body and blood given for us.

We also witness betrayal, Judas identifying Jesus with a kiss, yet even then, nothing was out of control. Jesus said, “The hour has come.”

Things were going according to plan.

This episode explores:

• The connection between Passover and Communion
• The meaning of “shed for many”
• Why communion is sacred and not casual
• How even suffering fits into God’s divine plan

As we move through Holy Week, we remember that God has a plan for our lives and no one can stop it because He is God Almighty.

Peace, and remember to love God, love you, and love people.

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Watch and Pray: Mark 12–13 Tribulation, Wars & Jesus’ Return (Gospel Portion 22)

Shirah Chante shares Gospel Portion 22 from Mark 12–13, focusing on Jesus’ teachings about tribulation and the times believers are living in. She reads and reflects on Mark 13, where Jesus warns against deception and false Christs, says wars and rumors of wars, earthquakes, famines, and troubles are the beginning of sorrows, and reminds listeners not to be troubled because the end is not yet. Shirah emphasizes that no one knows the day or hour of Jesus’ return except the Father, so believers should not follow those claiming to know. The central instruction is to “watch and pray,” stay spiritually alert, build resilience for coming persecution and hardship, and live holy. She prays for God’s children, invites listeners to believe in Jesus, and references Jeremiah 29:11 about God’s plans of peace and hope.

00:00 Welcome and Mission

01:15 Why Mark 12–13 Matters

02:33 Signs of the Times

03:41 Deception and False Christs

06:57 No One Knows the Hour

09:42 Stay Awake and Resilient

11:30 Watch Pray Live Holy

12:27 Prayer and Subscribe

13:38 Believe in Jesus

15:25 Torah Tidbit Jeremiah 29

17:02 Closing Shalom

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In this episode of Gospel Portions & Torah Tidbits, Shirah Chante explores Mark chapters 10 and 11 with a bold focus on divorce and adultery in the Kingdom of God. What did Jesus really mean when He said remarriage after divorce is adultery? How does the Kingdom standard differ from cultural norms? And what role do repentance and forgiveness play for those who have already walked this path?

This episode is a heartfelt teaching, warning, and prayer covering for Christian marriages. If you are married, considering divorce, remarried, or simply want to understand Jesus’ words more clearly this conversation is for you.

Listen in, reflect deeply, and align your heart with the Kingdom standard.

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Mark 9:42–50 — Jesus on Protecting “Little Ones,” Lust, and the Consequence of Offense (Gospel Portions #20)

Shirah Chante introduces Gospel Portions as a podcast reading and breaking down the four gospels to gain the mind of Christ, tying in Torah references, and begins Portion #20 (“He Shall Rise,” subtitle “Little ones”) in Mark 9:42–50. She emphasizes Jesus’ warning against offending “little ones” who believe in Him and His severe teaching on cutting off a hand, foot, or plucking out an eye rather than being cast into hell, then connects it to protecting children from sexual abuse, incest, trafficking, and predation. Drawing on her own experience of childhood sexual abuse and citing Leviticus 18:6, she urges teaching children about predators and condemns exploiting minors. She explains “salt” and “peace” as a call to stay close to Jesus through prayer and fasting to overcome lust, prays for abusers to repent and for victims to be rescued and healed, and closes by encouraging listeners to read Scripture and love God and neighbor.

00:00 Podcast Mission

02:46 Portion 20 Setup

03:42 Mark 9 Warning

06:43 Protecting Children

08:45 Torah On Incest

12:07 Guarding Against Lust

14:46 Salt And Fire

15:59 Fast And Pray

17:23 Prayer For Healing

18:37 Don’t Blame God

20:35 Closing Charge

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Mark 7: The Commandment of God vs. Traditions of Men (What Really Defiles Us)

Relationship coach Shirah Chante continues her Gospel Portions Torah Tidbits podcast reading through the Gospels, now in Mark 7–8, focusing on “The Commandment of God” and how people can elevate human traditions over God’s word. She reads Mark 7:5–13, where Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for honoring God with their lips while their hearts are far from Him and for nullifying God’s command to honor father and mother through man-made rules. She then reads Mark 7:14–23, emphasizing Jesus’ teaching that what defiles a person is not what goes into them but what comes out from within the heart, listing sins such as evil thoughts, adultery, fornication, murder, theft, covetousness, deceit, pride, and foolishness. She closes with prayer and directs listeners to download her weekly reading outline (portion 19) at shirahchante.com.

00:00 Welcome and Theme

01:06 Mark Reading Setup

01:26 Parallel Gospels Explained

02:13 Tradition vs Commandment

03:55 Handwashing Dispute

04:27 Hearts Far From God

05:46 Honor Parents Example

07:44 What Truly Defiles

09:06 Evil From Within List

10:21 Breaking Down Each Sin

13:03 Fool in Love Reflection

13:58 Prayer and Wrap Up

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Only Believe and Be Made Whole (Gospel Portions Tour Tidbits #18) | Mark 5–6 Miracles

Relationship coach Shirah Chante shares Gospel Portions Tour Tidbits episode 18, focusing on Jesus as healer and the call to “only believe” and be made whole. She references Jesus’ death, resurrection, and promised return, contrasts God’s power with magic, and emphasizes that love is from God. Reading from Mark 5 and 6, she highlights Jairus’s daughter being raised, the woman healed from a 12-year issue of blood by touching Jesus’ garment, the feeding of the 5,000 with five loaves and two fish, and Jesus walking on water and calming the wind. She warns against hardened hearts that miss God’s miracles, prays for healing and restored families and lives through the Holy Spirit, and closes by inviting viewers to like, subscribe, share, and remember to love God, love yourself, and love people.

00:00 Welcome + Gospel Portions Tour Tidbits (Portion 18: “Only Believe”)

00:52 Jesus’ Death, Resurrection & Taking the Keys of Death and the Grave

02:55 Why God’s Power Outlasts “Magic” (All Power Belongs to Jesus)

05:38 Setting Up Today’s Miracles: Jairus, the Multitude, and Being Made Whole

07:01 Healing on the Way: The Woman with the Issue of Blood (Faith Made Whole)

09:23 “Be Not Afraid, Only Believe”: Jairus’ Daughter Raised to Life

12:16 Feeding the 5,000: Five Loaves, Two Fish, and Overflow

14:52 Jesus Walks on Water + A Warning About Hardened Hearts

17:13 As Many as Touched Him Were Made Whole: Prayer, Miracles Today & Closing

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Gospel Portions: Torah Tidbits – Episode 17
 The Will of God: Stretch Forth

In this powerful episode of Gospel Portions: Torah Tidbits, Shirah Chante dives into Mark chapters 3 and 4, exploring the healing of the man with the withered hand and what it reveals about the will of God.

When Jesus said, “Stretch forth your hand,” healing followed obedience. But before that miracle came resistance, criticism, and hardened hearts. What does this teach us about faith, action, and the Sabbath?

Connecting the Gospel of Mark with the Torah (Exodus 20) and the prophet Isaiah (Isaiah 54), Shirah unpacks a powerful truth:

✨ The Sabbath was made for man.
 ✨ God values mercy over ritual.
 ✨ Healing often requires participation.
 ✨ Stretching forth is an act of faith.

Whether you’re facing spiritual barrenness, delayed promises, unfulfilled desires, or waiting on God for breakthrough, this episode challenges you not to sit in discouragement—but to stand forth and stretch forth.

Are you waiting on God? Or is God waiting on you to move?

Listen in and be encouraged to trust, obey, and act in faith while believing God for restoration and fulfillment.

📖 Download the Gospel Portions outline at:
 shirahchante.com/gospel

Remember: Love God. Love you. Love people.

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Understanding the Gospels: Mark 1-2 and the Power of Jesus' Miracles

Join Shirah Chante on the Gospel Portions Torah Tidbits Podcast as she explores the first two chapters of the Book of Mark. Discover how Jesus’ miracles, casting out devils, and healing the sick made Him renowned. Learn about the significance of sin and repentance in relation to illness, through personal anecdotes and biblical stories. Shirah Chante also shares her experiences from King’s Seminary and her musical journey, contemplating a new theme song for the podcast. Delve into the connection between the New and Old Testaments and understand how Jesus came to fulfill the law and the prophets.

00:00 Introduction and Theme Song Dilemma

00:52 Gospel Choir Memories

03:58 Dividing the Gospels into Portions

04:45 Beginning the Study of Mark

08:04 The Devil Knows Who You Are

12:49 Jesus' Miracles and Fame

20:04 Healing and Forgiveness

26:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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The Burial and Resurrection of Jesus Christ | Gospel Portions Torah Tidbits

In this episode of Gospel Portions Torah Tidbits, relationship coach Shirah Chante shares her journey and divine calling to help people with relationships. She recounts her inspirational moment at the altar, where God spoke to her. The episode goes into an in-depth discussion of the 15th Gospel portion titled 'All Power', focusing on Jesus Christ's burial and resurrection. Shirah Chante reads from the books of Matthew 27 and 28, detailing Judas' betrayal, Jesus' crucifixion, and ultimately His resurrection on the third day. This episode emphasizes the importance of understanding Jesus's sacrifice and invites listeners to embrace His teachings for everlasting life. Join in for scriptural readings, spiritual insights, and a heartfelt prayer.

00:00 Introduction and Divine Calling

01:14 The Mission Begins

03:17 Jesus' Betrayal and Judas' Fate

08:29 The Crucifixion of Jesus

18:44 The Resurrection of Jesus

23:16 The Great Commission

24:07 Closing Prayers and Farewell

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Gospel Portions: The Betrayal and Sacrifice of Jesus - Matthew 26

In this episode of Gospel Portions, relationship coach Shirah Chante delves into the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 26, discussing the events leading up to Jesus' betrayal and crucifixion. She parallels the readings with the Torah portions, offering insightful connections and reflections. Shera shares her personal journey, including her inspiration from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and her studies at Colgate Rochester Crozier Divinity School. The episode concludes with an invitation to accept Jesus and an encouragement to continue exploring the Gospels and the word of God.

00:00 Introduction and Purpose

01:49 Reading the Gospel Portions

02:58 The Passover and Jesus' Betrayal

04:26 Personal Backstory and Inspiration

08:20 Continuing the Gospel Reading

15:29 Connecting the Gospel to the Torah

21:28 Invitation to Accept Jesus

22:50 Conclusion and Next Steps

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