Episode 32 w/ Chet Garner [Mark 7:31-37]

Jesus heals a deaf and mute man. What does this story mean for us? Listen and find out more!

Today Chet Garner and I finish the last few verses of chapter 7. In this section, Mark recounts the story of a group of men that bring their friend (who is deaf and mute) to Jesus for healing. Jesus does in fact heal the man but in a very curious way. This is one more miracle that increases Jesus' popularity and increases the hatred that some people have for Him.

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Previous Episode (31): A MOM'S FAITH | Love and Compassion

Episode 31 w/ Granger Smith [Mark 7:24-30]

The love of a mother for her child is a powerful thing. But even more powerful is the love of Jesus toward His people. Today we hear the story  of a mom who begs Jesus to cast a demon out of her daughter. Jesus' response challenges the mother and her response showed her true faith.

After hearing this faithful response, Jesus says, "For this statement, you may go your way; the demon has left your daughter." When she went home she found her daughter just as Jesus had said. The love that Jesus has for His people is truly a powerful thing.

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Previous Episode (30):  YOUR THOUGHTS MATTER | Good or Bad

2 Timothy 3:14-17

Understanding the Bible and doing what the Bible says is the key to life. No, it might not give us what the world prizes the most, but it will gift us life and life abundant. In this text, Paul writes Timothy and encourages him to remember what he has been taught his whole life about God.

While Paul is imprisoned, he finds it necessary to tell Timothy that all scripture is inspired by God and is essential so that the children of God can do His good work.

In the name of our Lord and Savior, let us continue in things that we have learned from His Holy Word!

Episode 30 w/ Kasie Noble [Mark 7:1-23]

In this episode, Kasie and I discuss a larger-than-normal passage of scripture. What happens to the commandments of God and the Word of God when humans create loopholes to avoid the following Christ? It's very simple. Jesus articulates that treating the Word of God in such a way distorts and places the traditions of men above God's Word.

In verses 17-23. Jesus explains the parable to the disciples. Here He clarifies that the thoughts of man and the words and actions that follow the thoughts are what defiles us. External things have no power over our hearts. We have to wrestle with the state of our sinful nature until we are with Him in Heaven.

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Previous Episode (28):  RESCUED | Jesus Walks on Water

Episode 29 w/ Kert Prater [Mark 6:45-56]

As the disciples are struggling amongst high winds and waves, Jesus walks on the water. The disciples see Him and thought He may be a ghost. Jesus  responded by saying "Take Courage" and climbs into the boat, causing the winds and waves to cease.

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Previous Episode (28):  MIRACLE FROM HEAVEN | Jesus Feeds 5,000

Episode 28 w/ Parker Smith [Mark 6:30-44]

In this episode, Parker and I discuss the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand. Jesus perform this incredible miracle by feeding five thousand men (or somewhere in the realm of 10,000 people), who were following Him because of His teachings. Jesus takes compassion on them because the are sheep without a shepherd. When this world reveals its insufficiency, Jesus will always provide the sustenance we need.

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Previous Episode (28): JOHN MURDERED | Faithful To The End

Episode 27 w/ LJ McCulloch [Mark 6:14-29]

John the Baptist is murdered by King Herod. After the daughter of Herodias  (King Herod's sister-in-law) danced for the king, he promised her anything she desired - up to half of his kingdom. Her response was to deliver John the Baptist's head on a platter. King Herod knew that John was a righteous man. Nevertheless, he agreed to the request and had John beheaded.

Chad and LJ discuss what the Gospel means as well as the Gospels. They also unpack what it looks like for Christians to live under submission to authority in this world. Jesus and John lived out their submission to the heavenly Father until the end.

Thanks for listening and God Bless!

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Previous Episode (26): ON THE ROAD | Disciples Share Good News

Episode 26 w/ Bernie Calcote [Mark 6:7-13]

Jesus sends the disciples out to share the Gospel! Interestingly enough this is the first Take and Read Podcast episode that is filmed away from home. Chad and Bernie discuss the cultural significance of Jesus' instructions to the disciples. Additionally, they talk about how the Gospel is something that does not need our feeble help to make it  stronger or more palatable.

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Previous Episode (25): JESUS COMES HOME | What Happened Next w/ @Granger Smith @The Smiths

Episode 25 w/ Amber and Granger Smith [Mark 6:1-6]

Jesus returns to his hometown and did not experience the welcome that one would expect. He gets rejected by the people in his former home and by his relatives. But even still, Jesus lays His hands on several sick people and healed them.

Amber Smith joins the podcast and brings a great perspective! Granger, Amber, and Chad discuss the beginning of Mark chapter 6.

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Previous Episode (24): WOMEN AND CHILDREN | Jesus Heals Both

Episode 24 w/ Parker Smith [Mark 5:21-43]

Two incredible healings happen in this section of chapter 5. First, a Jewish leader falls down at Jesus' feet and implores Him to heal his daughter. Second, while Jesus is on his way to the leader's daughter, a woman shows incredible faith and reaches out to touch Jesus' garment. Both experience the incredible undeniable healing of Christ.

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