Best Steve Allem Podcasts (2025)

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S31 || When Wealth Turns to Dust: The Fall of Tyre a Wealthy City-State || Ezekiel 26:1 - 27:36 || Session 31 27:55

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Ezekiel's prophecy against Tyre stands as one of the most remarkable and precise predictions in biblical literature – a stunning demonstration of divine foreknowledge that unfolded over centuries exactly as foretold. The ancient city-state of Tyre was no ordinary settlement. By Ezekiel's time, this 2,000-year-old Mediterranean powerhouse had accumu…

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Faith in the Public Square: Lessons from Charlie Kirk's Assassination || An RTTB Perspective 36:16

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The assassination of Charlie Kirk has exposed a dangerous reality for Christians speaking in the public square. In this sobering episode, we explore what this tragedy reveals about the deteriorating state of dialogue in Western society and what it means for believers going forward. What happens when disagreement becomes a death sentence? Charlie Ki…

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S30 || All Nations are Under God's Watchful Eye || Ezekiel 25:1-17 || Session 30 33:50

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God's sovereignty extends far beyond individual salvation to encompass entire nations—a biblical truth often overlooked in contemporary teaching. This eye-opening episode delves into Ezekiel 25, where God pronounces judgment on Ammon, Moab, Edom, and Philistia for their centuries of hostility toward Israel. What's remarkable is how God remembers na…

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S29 || Would You Rather Face God's Forgiveness or His Cleansing Wrath? || Ezekiel 24:3-27 || Session 29 29:25

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Ever wonder what happens when God steps into the kitchen? In Ezekiel chapter 24, we discover a divine cooking lesson with profound implications. God uses the vivid metaphor of a rusty cooking pot to illustrate Jerusalem's impending destruction—a powerful image that exposes the corruption permeating the holy city. The rust-encrusted pot symbolizes J…

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S28 || God Will Not Be Mocked: The Fall of Jerusalem Explained || Ezekiel 23:28 - 24:2 || Session 28 29:52

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Ezekiel's shocking metaphor of Israel and Judah as prostitutes continues in chapter 23 and unveils God's raw emotions about His people's unfaithfulness. Through vivid, unfiltered language, this episode explores what happens when those who claim to love God pursue relationships with other "lovers" - foreign nations and their idols. We examine God's …

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S27 || From Beautiful Brides to Worn-Out Prostitutes || Ezekiel 23:1-27 || Session 27 31:39

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Ezekiel chapter 23 presents one of Scripture's most graphic metaphors as God depicts the spiritual infidelity of His people through the story of two sisters. These women, representing Samaria and Jerusalem, start as beautiful young women but tragically descend into prostitution, illustrating Israel's persistent pursuit of foreign gods and pagan pra…

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S26 || God's Standard Ignored: How Leaders Lose Their Way || Ezekiel 22:17-31 || Session 26 28:29

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The purifying fire of God's judgment takes center stage as we dive into Ezekiel chapter 22, where divine discipline meets holy purpose. Using the powerful metaphor of a metallurgist's blast furnace, God reveals His plan to purify His wayward people by burning away their impurities like dross from precious metal. We unpack this striking imagery that…

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S25 || Sin, Judgment, and the Crucible of God's Love || Ezekiel 22:6-17 || Session 25 29:14

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The ancient words of Ezekiel chapter 22 send shivers down the spine with their unsettling relevance to our modern world. As this prophetic text is unpacked, God's meticulous catalog of Israel's sins is revealed —a list that reads like today's headlines. What makes this episode particularly powerful is the way it bridges ancient and modern contexts.…

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S24 || The Sword of Babylon || Ezekiel 21:18 - 22:5 || Session 24 27:21

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The divine hammer falls on Jerusalem in Ezekiel 21, as God reveals His impending judgment through the Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar. We witness one of Scripture's most vivid contrasts - the world's most powerful ruler making life-or-death decisions through occult practices while fulfilling the sovereign plans of the one true God. Nebuchadnezzar st…

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S23 || The Day God Drew His Sword || Ezekiel 20:45 - 21:17 || Session 23 27:32

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Ever wonder how long God's patience lasts? Ezekiel chapters 20-21 reveals that pivotal moment when divine patience reached its limit with ancient Israel. The imagery is striking—God drawing His sword against His own people after centuries of disobedience. "Behold, I am against you," He declares, words that stand in stark contrast to His earlier pro…

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S22 || The Furnace of Purging, the Promise of Return || Ezekiel 20:30-44 || Session 22 31:16

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Dive deep into Ezekiel 20 as we explore one of Scripture's most fascinating prophecies about Israel's future. What happens when God's righteous anger and faithful love collide? The answer reveals a divine plan that spans thousands of years. We begin by examining God's emotional response to Israel's persistent idolatry—their shocking practices of ch…

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S21 || What Happens When God Gives Us What We Want || Ezekiel 20:9-44 || Session 21 31:45

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What happens when God's chosen people continually reject His goodness? Ezekiel 20 delivers a striking revelation as Israel's leaders approach the prophet seeking divine guidance, only to receive a history lesson they never expected. God takes us on a journey through Israel's repeated pattern of rebellion, systematically listing His countless blessi…

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S20 || God Takes No Joy in Judgment || Ezekiel 19:1 - 20:8 || Session 20 29:41

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What does it mean when the Creator of the universe grieves? In this profound exploration of Ezekiel chapter 19, we uncover a side of God rarely discussed—His deep sorrow over having to judge His beloved people. Through two striking metaphors, a lioness with her cubs and a withered vine, Ezekiel conveys God's lamentation over Israel's fallen kings. …

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S19 || Understanding Personal Responsibility Before God || Ezekiel 18:1-32 || Session 19 31:24

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Are children guilty for the sins of their parents? This age-old question has challenged believers for centuries, and Ezekiel 18 provides a fascinating window into God's perspective on personal responsibility, generational consequences, and divine justice. The exiled Israelites had adopted a fatalistic proverb: "The fathers have eaten sour grapes, a…

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S18 || Babylon, Egypt, and Israel's Future Kingdom || Ezekiel 17:1-24 || Session 18 31:24

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A cedar branch plucked by an eagle becomes a low, spreading vine. Another eagle appears, and the vine bends toward it, withering in judgment. Yet from this broken royal line, God promises to plant His own branch that will become a mighty, fruit-bearing cedar where birds of every kind will nest. This vivid forestry metaphor in Ezekiel 17 masterfully…

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S17 || God's Graphic Rebuke of Israel || Ezekiel 16:35-63 || Session 17 31:53

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Prepare for a raw and unflinching look at divine disappointment as we explore one of Scripture's most graphic passages in Ezekiel 16:35-63. Using the powerful metaphor of marriage betrayed, God confronts Israel's spiritual unfaithfulness with language that still startles readers today. The discussion opens by examining God's portrayal of Israel as …

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S16 || What Ancient Israel's Sins Reveal About Our Modern Hearts || Ezekiel 16:15-34 || Session 16 || Bible Study 28:36

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The haunting allegory found in Ezekiel 16 reveals one of Scripture's most graphic depictions of spiritual unfaithfulness. God portrays Jerusalem as an abandoned infant He rescued, cleaned, and raised to become a beautiful bride – only to have her turn to prostitution with pagan gods using the very gifts He had lavished upon her. We explore this pow…

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S15 || Remnants of Faith in a Fallen World || Ezekiel 14:20 - 16:14 || Session 15 || Bible Study 33:06

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Ever felt disheartened looking at a world that seems increasingly distant from God? You're not alone—and you're not the first. In this deeply insightful exploration of Ezekiel chapters 14, 15 and into 16, we discover that God's ancient prophet faced remarkably similar circumstances to our own. The episode begins with God's sobering revelation that …

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S14 || What Happens When We Pray While Hiding Sin || Ezekiel 14:1-19 || Session 14 32:53

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Have you ever sought guidance from God while knowingly holding onto things He's asked you to surrender? Ezekiel 14 confronts this spiritual hypocrisy head-on with a message that remains desperately relevant today. When the elders of Israel approached Ezekiel seeking divine wisdom, they appeared to be doing the right thing. Yet God revealed their he…

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S13 || False Prophets - Ancient Warnings for Today's Church || Ezekiel 13:1-23 || Session 13 || Bible Study 28:56

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The plague of false prophets is nothing new. From ancient Israel to today's church, those claiming to speak for God while promoting their own ideas have caused immense spiritual damage. In this powerful examination of Ezekiel 13, we explore God's strong condemnation of false teachers and the striking parallels to modern religious deception. What sh…

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S12 || God Abandons Jerusalem || Ezekiel 11:22 - 12:8 || Session 12 || Bible Study 33:05

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What happens when God finally decides enough is enough? In this sobering journey through Ezekiel 11-12, we witness one of the most haunting scenes in scripture: the moment God's glory abandons Jerusalem. The vision begins with the God's Shekina glory presence departing from the temple - first from the Holy of Holies to the front of the temple build…

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S11 || Israel's Heart of Stone will Become Flesh, but not Without Judgment First || Ezekiel 11:1-21 || Session 11 28:20

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The cooking metaphor in Ezekiel 11 packs a powerful punch. God reveals Jerusalem as a pot where rebellious Israel will be "cooked" through the fires of Babylonian judgment. Yet remarkably, this severe message comes with an unexpected promise of restoration. Standing at the temple's east gate, Ezekiel confronts false prophets spreading dangerous sec…

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S10 || When God Withdraws His Blessing || Ezekiel 9:5 - 10:22 || Session 10 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 28:54

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What happens when God's patience reaches its limit? Ezekiel chapters 9 and 10 deliver one of Scripture's most sobering messages—the departure of God's glory from the temple and the subsequent judgment on Jerusalem. This powerful, often-overlooked passage reveals crucial spiritual principles that remain startlingly relevant today. The vision begins …

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S9 || The Dark Corners of False Worship || Ezekiel 8:13 - 9:4 || Session 9 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 30:03

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What happens when God's own people corrupt His sacred space with pagan practices? Ezekiel's temple vision provides a startling glimpse into divine patience reaching its limit. The prophet receives a disturbing revelation of what's happening in Jerusalem's temple: women openly weeping for the pagan deity Tammuz, while men turn their backs on the san…

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S8 || When God Turned His Face Away || Ezekiel 7:20-8:12 || Session 8 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 34:21

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What happens when God's people bring idolatry into the holy place? Ezekiel's prophetic vision reveals a shocking scene that should make every believer pause and examine their own worship. We journey through one of Scripture's most overlooked passages in Ezekiel 7-8, where God pronounces severe judgment on Jerusalem and its temple. The language is d…

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S7 || When God's Patience Runs Out || Ezekiel 6:1 - 7:19 || Session 7 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 30:55

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What happens when God's patience finally runs out? Ezekiel 6-7 provides a sobering glimpse into divine judgment as we explore God's response to Israel's persistent idolatry. The ancient Israelites had established "high places" throughout their land – mountain shrines and valleys filled with pagan statues where they burned incense and even sacrifice…

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S6 || God's Fierce Judgment on Israel || Eziekiel 5:1-17 || Session 6 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 31:11

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Ever wondered what would happen if God sent His prophet to the barbershop? In Ezekiel chapter 5, we witness one of Scripture's most unusual prophetic demonstrations as Ezekiel is commanded to take a sword, shave his head and beard, and perform a series of symbolic actions with his hair. Far from being merely theatrical, this peculiar haircut serves…

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S5 || What Separates Us From God? || Ezekiel 4:1-17 || Session 5 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 32:43

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A clay model of Jerusalem under siege. A prophet lying on his side for 390 days. Bread cooked over animal dung. These aren't theatrical props—they're God's dramatic teaching methods deployed through the prophet Ezekiel to convey urgent messages to an obstinate people. When words alone fail to penetrate hardened hearts, God escalates to visual demon…

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S4 || A Hard-Headed Prophet for Hard-Headed People || Ezekiel 3:1-27 || Session 4 || Bible Study 28:20

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What does it take to stand firm when delivering God's message to a resistant audience? The extraordinary account of Ezekiel's commissioning reveals how God equips His messengers for seemingly impossible tasks. Ezekiel chapter 3 takes us deep into the prophet's preparation for ministry to the rebellious house of Israel. The divine encounter begins w…

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RTTB Summer 2025 Update 27:10

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Ever wondered what goes into creating detailed Bible studies that reach across continents? Pull up a chair as we share a rare behind-the-scenes look at Reasoning Through the Bible. After three and a half years of consistent teaching, we've produced over 550 episodes covering 22% of Scripture. That's thousands of verses examined and explained, all w…

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S3 || Consuming God's Word for Ministry || Ezekiel 2:1-10 || Session 3 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 28:38

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What does it mean to truly consume God's Word? In Ezekiel's remarkable commissioning narrative, we witness a prophet who literally eats a divine scroll as preparation for ministry. After experiencing the overwhelming majesty of God's presence in chapter 1, Ezekiel finds himself face-down in worship. But before he can speak for God, something extrao…

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S2 || Beyond Words: Encountering God's Overwhelming Glory || Ezekiel 1:4-28 || Session 2 34:41

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Have you ever wondered what God's arrival somewhere actually looks like? Ezekiel chapter 1 gives us perhaps the most vivid glimpse found anywhere in Scripture—and it's absolutely mind-bending. Glenn and Steve dive deep into the prophet's extraordinary vision, exploring the whirlwind of fire, the four-faced living creatures, the mysterious wheels wi…

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S1 || Unraveling Ezekiel: The Prophet Who Acted Out God's Message || Ezekiel 1:1-3 || Session 1 30:13

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God speaks loudest when His people aren't listening. The prophet Ezekiel knew this challenge intimately, serving a "hard-headed" community of Jewish exiles who had lost their homeland, their temple, and seemingly their connection to God. Rather than just delivering another sermon, God directed Ezekiel to become a living demonstration—building minia…

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From Death's Door to Renewed Purpose - A Heart Transplant Survivor's Journey || An RTTB Interview with Terry Wright 49:04

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What happens when your soul begins to leave your body? Terry Wright knows that feeling intimately. Terry founded Lifeline Pregnancy Center, combining her nursing background with her passion for supporting women in crisis pregnancies. The center provides education, material support, and shares the gospel with every client. While standing at a copy m…

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Objections to Calvinism, Reformed Answers, and Our Responses || Understanding Reformed Theology || Part 5 of 5 47:41

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This is Part 5 of a 5 Part series on the evaluation of Reformed Theology, also referred to as Calvinism. We hope you will join us for this complete series. The age-old theological tension between God's sovereignty and human choice takes center stage in this illuminating episode. We dive deep into the most common criticisms of Reformed Theology and …

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Examining Key Bible Passages || Understanding Reformed Theology || Part 4 of 5 53:08

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This is Part 4 of a 5 Part series on the evaluation of Reformed Theology, also referred to as Calvinism. We hope you will join us for this complete series. The tension between divine sovereignty and human free will has challenged theologians for centuries. Nowhere is this more evident than in discussions around Reformed Theology (Calvinism), where …

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God's Choosing vs Our Believing || Understanding Reformed Theology || Part 3 of 5 38:49

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This is Part 3 of a 5 Part series on the evaluation of Reformed Theology, also referred to as Calvinism. We hope you will join us for this complete series. Does God choose us, or do we choose Him? This age-old theological question lies at the heart of Reformed Theology (Calvinism), and in this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the biblic…

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Issues and Disagreements || Understanding Reformed Theology || Part 2 of 5 55:11

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This is Part 2 of a 5 Part series on the evaluation of Reformed Theology, also referred to as Calvinism. We hope you will join us for this complete series. The age-old theological tension between God's sovereignty and human responsibility takes center stage as we evaluate Reformed theology and Calvinism. Building on our previous overview of Reforme…

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What is Dead in Sin? || Understanding Reformed Theology || Part 1 of 5 42:19

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This is Part 1 of a 5 Part series on the evaluation of Reformed Theology, also referred to as Calvinism. We hope you will join us for this complete series. Step into one of Christianity's most profound and divisive theological debates as we unpack Reformed theology and Calvinism with clarity and nuance. What exactly is "that election/free will thin…

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S61 || Jesus Overcomes Death So We Can Have Eternal Life || Mark 16:9-20 || Session 61 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 35:42

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The empty tomb changes everything. When Jesus conquered death through resurrection, He didn't just complete His earthly mission - He transformed human existence itself by proving that death has lost its ultimate power. In this deeply meaningful exploration of Mark 16, we confront the varied reactions to Jesus' resurrection. The women fled in fear. …

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S60 || The Ultimate Victory: Why The Empty Tomb Changes Everything || Mark 15:42 - 16:8 || Session 60 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 31:47

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The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ stand as the most profound events in human history—the hinge point upon which everything turns. When examining these world-changing moments, we discover both the raw humanity of those who witnessed them and the divine power that transformed their lives forever. The narrative brings us face-to-face wi…

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S59 || The Cross: History's Hinge Point || Mark 15:22-41 || Session 59 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 33:34

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The crucifixion stands as the pivotal moment in human history—the hinge point where everything changed. Join us as we explore Mark's account of Jesus' death, unpacking the profound theological significance beneath the deceptively simple words, "they crucified him." We begin at Golgotha, examining the possible connections between Christ's crucifixio…

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S58 || The Truth Behind the Crucifixion Story || Mark 15:6-21 || Session 58 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 34:14

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Have you ever wondered who truly bears responsibility for the crucifixion of Jesus? Beyond historical blame, this question cuts to the heart of Christian faith and personal accountability. We journey through Mark 15, examining the final hours before Jesus' crucifixion through a lens both historical and deeply personal. As the narrative unfolds, we …

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S57 || The Courtroom Drama That Changed History || Mark 14:62 - 15:5 || Session 57 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 29:30

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Have you ever witnessed a complete miscarriage of justice? The trial of Jesus stands as history's most profound example of how power, jealousy, and fear can corrupt even the most sacred institutions. As the high priest grows increasingly frustrated with contradicting testimonies against Jesus, he finally asks directly: "Are you the Christ [Messiah]…

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S56 || How Darkness Reveals True Character || Mark 14:42-61 || Session 56 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 28:39

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A kiss becomes the ultimate betrayal in this powerful examination of Judas Iscariot's treachery against Jesus. We dive deep into Mark 14:42-65, uncovering the layers of this pivotal moment that set in motion the most important weekend in human history. Discussed in this session is the perplexing question that has troubled believers for centuries—wh…

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S55 || When Divine Will Meets Human Weakness || Mark 14:32-41 || Session 55 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 30:55

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The Garden of Gethsemane stands as one of Christianity's most profound moments – the final hours before Jesus faced his destiny on the cross. In this deeply moving exploration of Mark 14:32-41, we unpack the raw humanity and divine purpose revealed as Christ approaches his darkest hour. From the symbolic setting of Gethsemane (which literally means…

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S54 || What does it truly mean to remember Christ? || Mark 14:22-31 || Session 54 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 33:21

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Our journey through Mark's Gospel takes us to one of the most profound moments in Jesus's ministry – the Last Supper with his disciples. In this tender yet pivotal setting, Jesus establishes what Christians now celebrate as Communion, transforming ordinary bread and wine into powerful symbols of his sacrifice. As we explore Mark 14:22-28, we unpack…

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S53 || Preparing for Sacrifice: Jesus at the Passover Table || Mark 14:12-21 || Session 53 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 29:40

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Why did Jesus choose to die during Passover? The timing wasn't coincidental but purposeful. Jesus orchestrated every detail of his final days, forcing the religious leaders' hand despite their reluctance to arrest him during the feast. Mark 14:12-21 reveals how Jesus arranged his last meal with extraordinary precision. When the disciples asked wher…

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S52 || The Perfume That Silenced the Room || Mark 14:1-11 || Session 52 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 33:35

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A woman enters the house of Simon the Leper where Jesus is dining. In her hands, she carries an alabaster jar containing perfume worth an entire year's wages. Without hesitation, she breaks the jar and pours every drop of the precious liquid over Jesus' head. As the fragrance fills the room, so does the indignation of the disciples. "Why this waste…

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S51 || Staying Alert: Christ's Return and Our Response || Mark 13:28-37 || Session 51 || Verse by Verse Bible Study 29:27

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What does it mean to live in expectation of Christ's return? In this profound exploration of Mark 13:28-37, we unpack Jesus' teachings from the Olivet Discourse about spiritual readiness and watchfulness. Jesus uses the powerful imagery of a master leaving his household in the care of servants to illustrate our responsibility during His absence. Th…