Take & Read Podcast

By Chad WarrenReligion & Spirituality

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December 21, 2022 WHEN RELIGIOUS LEADERS EXPLOIT | Hurting the Helpless
Episode 60 [Mark 12:38-40] w/ with Angela Tiland
In today's episode, Angela Tiland and I discuss what Jesus thought about the religious leaders of the day. He (Jesus) spoke very clearly to the audience by saying that the religious leaders were NOT following God's will and that they were only interested in their self interests. The leaders were tasked with caring for those who couldn't care for themselves. Sadly, they failed this responsibility.

How does this related to us today? Let's discuss.
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Previous Episode (59): WHO'S INFLUENCING YOU | Listening to the World or Jesus
49 min
December 14, 2022 WHO'S INFLUENCING YOU | Listening to the World or Jesus
Episode 59 [Mark 12:35-37] w/ with Tyler Smith
In today's episode, Tyler Smith joins the podcast for first time! He is the co-founder of Yee Yee Apparel as well as Music and Business Manager for Granger Smith.

Together we dive into Jesus once again speaking in the temple courts to a large crowd. Jesus' words directly affronts the teaching of the religious leader of the age. This passage leads us to converse about what influence each of us have and the power that those influences can have.

Thought: We should evaluate every influential idea and person with which we interact. We should do this so that we are not led away from the teaching of Jesus and the Bible.
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Previous Episode (58): CHRISTIANS MUST DO THIS THING | This is the Greatest Commandment
48 min
December 07, 2022 CHRISTIANS MUST DO THIS THING | This is the Greatest Commandment
Episode 58 [Mark 12:28-34] w/ with Parker and Amy Smith
Whether you are a christian or not, you have most likely asked yourself how you can please God. In today's episode we get the answer to that question. Once more, the answer comes directly from Jesus. Pleasing God or being in good standing with God isn't about committing good deeds or even trying to stop doing "bad things". The most important thing that every person can do is very simple.
Answer: Love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.
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Previous Episode (57): BIBLE KNOW IT ALLS | Jesus Overcomes Another Trap
52 min
November 30, 2022 BIBLE KNOW IT ALLS | Jesus Overcomes Another Trap
Episode 57 [Mark 12:18-27] w/ with Granger and Amber Smith
Both Smiths are here for today's episode! We discuss another passage of scripture that recounts the religious leaders of the world trying to attack Jesus. The Sadducees (religious leaders), approach Jesus asking a question about how marriage functions after death. What does it look like for a husband and a wife when they die and go to heaven?

Jesus rebukes them by saying that even though they are religious leaders, they DO NOT know the bible or the power of God. Even the so called knowledgeable can be wrong when they are focused on the wrong thing.

Question: Are you reading the bible with western eyes?
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Previous Episode (56): SHOULD WE PAY TAXES? | Helpful Answer To A Feeble Question
57 min
November 23, 2022 SHOULD WE PAY TAXES? | Helpful Answer To A Feeble Question
Episode 56 [Mark 12:13-17]
The Pharisees and Herodians join forces to try to trap Jesus. Their idea is to discredit Jesus though the form of a question about taxes. How should people handle the idea of tax? Jesus' response to their question completely amazes the audience!
Is it difficult to wrestle with the authority of this world which God has placed over you?
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Previous Episode (55): THEY KILLED HIS SON?! | The Vineyard
46 min
November 16, 2022 THEY KILLED HIS SON?! | The Vineyard
Episode 55 [Mark 12:1-12]
Today we get to take a deep dive into Jesus' parable, "The Tenants." As we've discussed in previous episodes, parables are simultaneously meant to reveal and conceal something. This time, the parable that Jesus tells is clearly understood by the listeners and it makes them angry!
Share your thoughts in the comments about this type of format! Thank you in advance for your feedback.
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Previous Episode (54): GOD'S IN CHARGE | Jesus Has Authority
34 min
November 09, 2022 GOD'S IN CHARGE | Jesus Has Authority
Episode 54 w/ Parker Smith [Mark 11:12-26]
While Jesus is in the Jerusalem temple, the religious leaders try to confront Him so that He will stop teaching. They ask Jesus a question that they believe will trap Jesus and discredit Him.

Rather than answer, Jesus responds with a question to them. If they are able to answer Jesus' question, Jesus says He will answer their question. Because of the lack of response by the religious leaders to Jesus question, He refuses to answer theirs.

Jesus had and has all authority. No manner of human pressure or questioning will taint the fact that Jesus is the Son of God.
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Previous Episode (53): JESUS FLIPS TABLES | Figs and Faith
52 min
November 02, 2022 JESUS FLIPS TABLES | Figs and Faith
Episode 53 w/ Howard [Mark 11:12-26]
Today's episode covers several different scenes in the life and ministry of Jesus. First, He curses a fig tree for not bearing any fruit. Second, He drives people out of the temple for treating the temple like a place of business. Finally, after the disciples see the dead fig tree that Jesus cursed, Jesus begins to teach them about the power of faith.
Even the smallest amount of faith can move mountains.
How can we increase our reliance on Jesus? How should we live in light of His absolutely and perfect authority over everything?
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Previous Episode (52): AMAZING ARRIVAL | JESUS ON A DONKEY
51 min
October 26, 2022 AMAZING ARRIVAL | JESUS ON A DONKEY
Episode 52 w/ Kert Prater [Mark 11:1-11]
Finally, Jesus enters Jerusalem! While this event is commonly called the Triumphal Entry, it has a rather humble appearance. Jesus enters the city riding a donkey. However, the people witnessing this scene begin laying palm branches and clothes on the path that Jesus is on.
What does this event mean for us today? What does the event signify in the life and ministry of Jesus?
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Previous Episode (51): BLIND BEGGAR CAN SEE | A Joyful Miracle
50 min
October 19, 2022 BLIND BEGGAR CAN SEE | A Joyful Miracle
Episode 51 w/ Kasie Noble [Mark 10:46-52]
While Jesus and His disciples are on the fringe of Jerusalem and they happen upon a blind beggar named Bartimaeus. Amazingly, when Bartimaeus heard that Jesus of Nazareth was approaching, he shouted, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy upon me!"
Jesus did not overlook this man's plea for mercy or his recognition of who He truly is. Jesus takes action in miraculous way!
Leave you thoughts in the comments!
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Previous Episode (50): PRIDE | Jesus Humbles Two Brother
50 min