In this episode of Midweek Move, Dallas and Carlos continue through Mark 12:35–44. Together, they unpack Jesus’ confrontation with the scribes, His challenge to their view of the Messiah, and His warning about prideful leaders who exploit the vulnerable. The episode closes with the powerful story of the poor widow’s offering, and what it teaches us about faith, sacrifice, and the heart behind giving.

Join the conversation, follow along in your Bible, and let us know how this passage challenges and encourages you.

00:00 – Episode intro & overview
02:24 – Reading Mark 12:35 | Whose Son is the Christ?
03:08 – Jesus questions the scribes’ view of the Messiah
04:07 – Reading Mark 12:36–37 | Psalm 110 and divine authority
07:16 – Reading Mark 12:38–39 | Beware of the scribes
08:24 – Historical context of scribes’ clothing and status
09:20 – What Jesus is really rebuking (heart vs. appearance)
12:18 – Judging intentions & church leaders today
15:26 – Reading Mark 12:40 | Scribes devouring widows’ houses
16:33 – Protecting the vulnerable from exploitation
20:49 – Reading Mark 12:41–44 | The widow’s offering
22:25 – Was the widow exploited—or was it about her heart?
24:21 – Giving out of abundance vs. giving from sacrifice
25:47 – Where your treasure is, your heart will follow
26:38 – Closing encouragement & church invite