Children of the Kingdom || Mark 10:13-16

Children are an important part of God’s kingdom. In this episode, J. Mark explores Mark 10:13–16, where Jesus demonstrates the high value He places on children. While the disciples and religious leaders did not regard children as important, Jesus showed them that their perspective was flawed. He highlighted both the value and the virtues of children, teaching that we must become like little children to enter His kingdom. Join us for “Children of the Kingdom” as we discover what it means to have childlike faith and learn the importance of valuing the children God has placed in our lives.
Kingdom Values || Mark 9:30-41

In this episode, Bible teacher J. Mark explores the values Jesus taught His disciples in Mark 9:30-41. As Jesus continues preparing the disciples for His coming death and resurrection, He challenges them by emphasizing three values of His kingdom: anonymity, humility, and inclusivity. J. Mark shows how Jesus modeled servant-hearted living as the suffering servant, […]
The Unveiled Christ || Mark 9:1-8

How was Christ unveiled in Mark 9:1-8? In this episode, J. Mark explores the transfiguration—where Jesus’ glory is revealed to the apostles. For a moment, the curtain is pulled back, giving a glimpse of heaven and revealing Christ as He truly is. This powerful encounter left a lasting mark on the disciples and speaks to […]
The Continuing Acts of Jesus || Preview to Acts

This episode launches our new series in the book of Acts: The Continuing Acts of Jesus. In this first episode, derived from Guide Through the Bible, Arlin and Anthony frame our study in Acts. They explore the theme that spans the book of Acts—turning the world upside down with Jesus—drawn from Act 4:13 and Acts […]
The Benevolent Provider || Mark 8:1-10

Jesus has compassion on His people. Our Bible teacher, J. Mark, considers Jesus’ feeding of the 4,000 in Mark 8:1-10. In response to the crowd’s obedience and the disciples’ cooperation, Jesus performed this notable miracle, proving that He could be trusted and that they could put their faith in Him. In this episode, we look […]
He Does All Things Well || Mark 7:31-37

In this episode, J. Mark studies Mark 7:31-37 where Jesus heals a man who was deaf. The crowd responded to this miracle by saying, “He does all things well.” In this passage, we see the many ways that Jesus does do all things well—by responding in faith, understanding and respecting our feelings, and not doing […]
Worthy is the Lamb || Revelation 5:8-14

In this episode, we see the beautiful account in Revelation 5:8-14 of the Lamb stepping forward and taking the scroll from the One who sits on the throne. J. Mark explores the scene that John describes, following the 3 choirs, each with a distinct expression of praise and worship to the worthy Lamb. They praise […]
A Disciple’s Commission: Part 2 || Mark 6:7-13

In Mark 6:7-13, Jesus sends His disciples out two by two. In part two of “The Disciples’ Commission,” J. Mark explores Jesus’ command for His disciples to live with simplicity and highlights how that same principle applies to us today. He also examines the responsibility Christ gave His disciples and the responsibility we carry as […]
Going to the Dark Side: Part 2 || Mark 5:10-20

In this episode, J. Mark teaches on Mark 5:1-20, concluding the lesson on Jesus “going to the dark side.” Jesus’ interaction with a demon-possessed man shows us several steps on what we should do when we are called to dark places. This passage shows how Jesus has given us the power through His Holy Spirit […]
Is Jesus in Your Boat? || Mark 4:35-41

Today, we examine the account of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4:35-41. In this account, the disciples feared the storm, and Jesus demonstrates his authority over it by calming it with his powerful words: “Peace, be still!” We face storms in our lives, and Jesus has the power to calm those. Consider the question […]