Practicing the Way with John Mark Comer
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Teaching | Yes/No | Garden City E04
20 oktober 2025 · 49 min
How do we live focused, purposeful lives in a world of endless opportunities and demands? John Mark explores the power of saying "no" as a spiritual discipline—showing us that Jesus' ability to fulfill His calling wasn't just about what He said yes to, but also about what He said no to. He challenges us to identify our God-given vocation and then ruthlessly eliminate distractions, even good ones, so we can say our deepest "yes" to what truly matters. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Mark 1v9-38; John 17v4; John 19v28-30
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Teaching | Kavod | Garden City E03
13 oktober 2025 · 48 min
How do we work for the glory of God? John Mark unpacks Paul's vision in 1 Corinthians 10 to "do everything for the glory of God" and applies it to our everyday work, showing how we glorify God not only in what we do, but in how we do it. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: 1 Corinthians 10v25-31; Romans 1; Proverbs 22v29; Daniel 1
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Teaching | Identity and Calling | Garden City E02
6 oktober 2025 · 51 min
What does it mean to be a culture-maker? John Mark explores the cultural mandate from Genesis and argues that God commands all human beings to make culture—both corporately by building civilization and individually by discovering our unique vocations. He walks through eight practical questions to help us discern our God-given identities and callings. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Genesis 1:26-28; Acts 9:1-16; Psalm 33:15
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Teaching | What Does It Mean To Be Human? | Garden City E01
29 september 2025 · 44 min
What is our purpose? John Mark opens a new series exploring the ideas related to work, rest, and our human condition. He challenges the sacred-secular divide and calls us to see all of life as spiritual, encouraging listeners to dream big about their God-given identity and calling. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Genesis 1v26-28; Genesis 2v8-15; Revelation 22v1-5
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Conversation | Ronald Rolheiser on Giving Your Life Away
22 september 2025 · 1 uur 16 min
What does it look like to follow Jesus for your whole life? John Mark sits down with Father Ronald Rolheiser—author, priest, and spiritual writer—to talk about the stages of the spiritual journey. Drawing from decades of pastoral leadership, personal suffering, and theological study, Father Rolheiser reflects on how we struggle to get our lives together, give our lives away, and ultimately give our deaths away as a final act of love. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: John 13–17; Matthew 5–7; Luke 12v16–21
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Teaching | Hurry: The Great Enemy of Spiritual Life | Practicing the Way Vision Series E12 (From the Archive)
15 september 2025 · 55 min
"If you want to experience the life of Jesus, you have to adopt the lifestyle of Jesus." Lees meer
John Mark concludes the Vision series with a pastoral word on hurry, unpacking how hurry does violence to the soul, erodes our capacity for transformation, and why following Jesus requires us to slow down and adopt his lifestyle, not just his teachings.
Key Scripture Passages: Matthew 11v28–30; Luke 10v38–42
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Teaching | The Cross: Self-Denial in an Age of Self-Fulfillment | Practicing the Way Vision Series E11 (From the Archive)
8 september 2025 · 52 min
What does it mean to follow Jesus in a culture obsessed with self-fulfillment? John Mark explores Jesus’ words in Luke 9, where He calls His disciples to “take up your cross and follow me.” Contrasting the way of self-denial at the heart of apprenticeship to Jesus with the modern pursuit of personal satisfaction, John Mark encourages us to embrace the cruciform life that leads to our deepest satisfaction in God. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Luke 9v18-24; Galatians 5v16-24; Luke 9v57-62; Luke 14v25-33; Luke 18v18-23; Matthew 13v44
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Teaching | How We Change: The Holy Spirit | Practicing the Way Vision Series E10 (From the Archive)
1 september 2025 · 54 min
What role does the Holy Spirit play in our transformation? John Mark unpacks how true transformation always requires partnership with God’s Spirit, encouraging us to rely on his presence and power to form us into the image of Jesus. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: 2 Corinthians 3v17–18; Exodus 34v29–35; John 15v5; Galatians 5v22–25
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Teaching | Community as Confrontation | Practicing the Way Vision Series E09
25 augustus 2025 · 48 min
When we live in community, conflict is inevitable. But how do we handle conflict well? Alex Rettman—former Bridgetown pastor and now Lead Pastor of Saints' Hill Church in Newberg, OR—explores how conflict—when done in love—can be one of the primary ways we move from disillusionment to acceptance in our relationships, encouraging us use conflict to point one another back to Jesus. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Philippians 2v1–4; Matthew 18v15–17; Romans 8v1
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Teaching | Community as Family | Practicing the Way Vision Series E08
18 augustus 2025 · 54 min
What does it really mean for a church to be a family? Bethany Allen unpacks a powerful vision of community not as an optional add-on to the Christian life, but as the very environment where transformation takes place. Bethany explores why community is both beautiful and broken, and how Jesus invites us to move through disappointment, unmet expectations, and past pain into a healing family of faith. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Genesis 1v26–27; Genesis 3v6–13; Genesis 12v1–3; Luke 8v19–21; Galatians 3v26–29
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Teaching | How We Change: Community | Practicing the Way Vision Series E07 (From the Archive)
11 augustus 2025 · 45 min
Can we follow Jesus alone? John Mark explores the essential—but often overlooked—role of community in spiritual formation. Drawing from the life of Jesus and the early church, he shows how transformation doesn’t happen in isolation but in the messy, beautiful tension between the ideal of community and its imperfect reality. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Matthew 4v18-22; Matthew 9v9-13; Acts 2v42-47; Romans 12v15; 1 John 4v20
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Teaching | How We Change: Key Thoughts on Practice | Practicing the Way Vision Series E06 (From the Archive)
4 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 2 min
What do spiritual disciplines have to do with real transformation? John Mark double clicks on the concept of the practices of Jesus—also called the spiritual disciplines—and explains why they’re not optional for those who want to become like Him. He shows us how transformation doesn’t come through trying harder but through training wisely. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: 1 Corinthians 9v24-27; Acts 20v24; Galatians 5v7; 1 Timothy 6v12; 2 Timothy 4v6-8
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Teaching | How We Change: Teaching and Practice | Practicing the Way Vision Series E05 (From the Archive)
28 juli 2025 · 49 min
How do we actually change? John Mark dives deep into two core elements of our working theory of change: teaching and practice. He shows how true transformation doesn’t come from inspiration alone, but through a rewiring of our minds and a reshaping of our habits, inviting us to a more holistic vision of apprenticeship to Jesus. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Mark 1v14-15; Matthew 7v24-27; Romans 12v1-3; 2 Corinthians 2v16; 2 Corinthians 10v5; Colossians 3v3; Philippians 3v5
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Teaching | Do What Jesus Did | Practicing the Way Vision Series E04 (From the Archive)
21 juli 2025 · 46 min
What does it mean to actually live like Jesus? John Mark explores the third goal of apprenticeship: doing what Jesus did, showing us how Jesus invites us to participate in His Kingdom work through everyday acts of love, hospitality, and Spirit-empowered presence—and challenges us to say yes, right where we are, in our real lives. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Matthew 4v18-25; Matthew 8v18-22; Matthew 9v9-13; Matthew 9v35-10v8; Matthew 28v16-20; 1 Peter 2v11-12; Luke 19v10; Luke 7v34-35; Romans 12.
This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Sacha from Ellicott City, Maryland; Ethan from Lake Charles, Lousiana; Amanda from Pittsburg, Kansas; Derek from Cave Creek, Arizona; and Catherine from Christiansburg, Virginia. Thank you all so much!
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Teaching | Become Like Jesus | Practicing the Way Vision Series E03 (From the Archive)
14 juli 2025 · 49 min
“Who are you becoming?” John Mark discusses the call of Jesus for His students to become like their master, as well as how teaching, practice, community, and the Holy Spirit combine to help us practice and live the way of Jesus. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Luke 6v39-40; 2 Corinthians 3v18, Romans 12v1-2; Matthew 5-7; Galatians 5v13-26.
This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Darren from Henderson, Nevada; Savannah from Portland, Oregon; Bill from Waynesboro, Virginia; Matt from Brookings, South Dakota; and Geoff from Columbus, Ohio. Thank you all so much!
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Teaching | Be With Jesus | Practicing the Way Vision Series E02 (From the Archive)
7 juli 2025 · 51 min
How do we cultivate a deep relationship with God? Using key scriptures and church history examples to give a tangible vision of how to “practice the presence of God,” John Mark shows that through abiding, we have access to the peace and joy that Jesus promised as we adopt the spiritual disciplines that Jesus exemplified. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: John 1v35-49; John 14v16-15v8; Galatians 5v13-26
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Teaching | Practicing the Way | Practicing the Way Vision Series E01 (From the Archive)
30 juni 2025 · 50 min
Have you ever wanted to experience the abundant life of Jesus? John Mark outlines the what, how, and why behind Practicing the Way, diving into the cultural context behind Jesus's identity as a first-century rabbi, and what that means for us as His followers as we practice being with Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and doing what Jesus did. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Mark 8v34-36; Mark 1v16-20; Mark 2v13-14; Mark 3v13-14; John 15v1-8; Matthew 5-7
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Teaching | Experiencing God's Love
23 juni 2025 · 45 min
Do you know about God's love but struggle to actually feel it? Brandon Shields, Director of Church Engagement at Practicing the Way, shares his personal journey of moving from knowing about God’s love intellectually to experiencing it in a way that heals, transforms, and reshapes how we relate to others. He invites us to open ourselves to God’s loving presence and challenges us to not just receive that love, but to become it—embodied in how we see, hold, and care for one another. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Ephesians 3v14-21
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Teaching | Memorize | Scripture E04
16 juni 2025 · 55 min
What comes out of you when life squeezes you? John Mark explores the transformative power of Scripture memorization—not as a childhood relic, but as a vital practice for spiritual formation, mental renewal, and resilience in suffering. He challenges us to build an inner library of God’s Word so that, like Jesus, we’re prepared to meet pain, temptation, and everyday moments with truth formed deep in our hearts. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Matthew 27v45-54
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Teaching | Study | Scripture E03
9 juni 2025 · 52 min
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by how complex the Bible is—or worry you’re getting it wrong? John Mark explores the practice of study, showing how understanding the Bible’s context, language, and literary form opens us up to deeper transformation. He encourages us to study not to prove a point, but to grow in love for God. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Luke 4v1-13
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Teaching | Meditate | Scripture E02
2 juni 2025 · 54 min
Why does the Bible feel disconnected from real life? John Mark unpacks the ancient practice of meditating on Scripture. He invites us to slow down, savor, and let it shape us from the inside out. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Psalm 1v1-3
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Teaching | Read | Scripture E01
26 mei 2025 · 51 min
Why does reading the Bible feel so difficult? John Mark invites us to rediscover Scripture as a place of encounter with Jesus, not just a source of information. He challenges us to engage with Scripture not just a book we read, but as a practice to form us. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Matthew 5v17-19
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Teaching | Becoming Holy
19 mei 2025 · 20 min
What does it actually mean to be holy—and is it even possible? John Mark explores the biblical meaning of holiness, and how we grow in it. He invites us to begin the journey toward holiness not with striving, but by recognizing our powerlessness, listening for the Spirit’s quiet invitations, and taking one small step at a time. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Philippians 1v1
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Teaching | Do You Understand What I’ve Done For You? | For the Sake of Others E09
12 mei 2025 · 54 min
What is our formation supposed to do in and through us? Tyler Staton concludes our series by talking about the humble love of Jesus and his invitation for us as his followers to do the same. He challenges us to lean into the practices of Jesus as a way to transform us from our false self into our true self, establish a new social order based on the Kingdom of God, and saturate our lives with God's presence. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: John 13v1-17
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Teaching | How Many Times Should I Forgive? | For the Sake of Others E08
5 mei 2025 · 53 min
Should we always forgive? Tyler Staton explores the forgiveness of God through Jesus's teachings, focusing on the parable of the unmerciful servant. He shows us how forgiveness and justice run together in the Kingdom of God, challenging us to forgive and surrender to God's justice. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Matthew 18v21-35
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Teaching | Why Does Your Teacher Eat with Tax Collectors and Sinners? | For the Sake of Others E07
28 april 2025 · 52 min
Can we practice joy? Tyler Staton explores Jesus' parable of the wedding feast, showing how Jesus embodied the compassion and inclusivity of God through his teaching and practice, and challenging us to lean into God's joy through this practice of celebrating and feasting with the lost and least. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Luke 14v1-24, Matthew 9v9-13
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Teaching | Groaning In Hope
21 april 2025 · 40 min
Is the world getting worse? Or better? John Mark explores how the world is progressing materially and technologically, but regressing psychologically, relationally, and spiritually. He shows how, even in the midst of the good and the bad of the human condition, the resurrection of Jesus opens the door for us to live the life we're longing for. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Romans 8v18-25
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Teaching | How Did the Fig Tree Wither So Quickly? | For the Sake of Others E06
14 april 2025 · 38 min
What does it mean to be fruitful, and how do we do live fruitful lives? Gavin Bennett, Pastor of Spiritual Formation at Bridgetown Church, talks about the theme of fruitfulness throughout the Gospels, challenging us to steward our entire lives as gifts from God – even the areas that we feel aren't worth stewarding. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Matthew 25v 14-30, Matthew 21v18-22
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Teaching | Who is My Neighbor? | For the Sake of Others E05
7 april 2025 · 48 min
"Compassion isn't convenient or easy." Lees meer
Christian Dawson, Pastor of Worship at Bridgetown Church, explores the parable of the Good Samaritan, challenging us to embody love and lean into compassion for others, even when it's inconvenient.
Key Scripture Passage: Luke 10v25-37
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Teaching | For the Sake of the City | For the Sake of Others E04
31 maart 2025 · 50 min
How can we live out Jesus' vision for our cities amidst the complexities of modern life? In this teaching, Tyler Staton offers us a compelling vision for loving our neighbors and communities, both acknowledging the obstacles we must overcome in living that vision and challenging us to reorient our values and priorities around the Kingdom of God rather than our broader culture. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Romans 12v2-3
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Teaching | For the Sake of the Poor | For the Sake of Others E03
24 maart 2025 · 51 min
"Wealth quickly becomes destructive for those who don't respect its power." Lees meer
Tyler Staton, Lead Pastor of Bridgetown Church, examines Jesus' teaching that "you cannot serve God and Mammon." He shows us how wealth promises what it can't deliver, and encourages us to defy the deformative power of money by serving the poor, practicing generosity, and dying to our false selves.
Key Scripture Passage: Matthew 6v19-24
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Teaching | Family | For the Sake of Others E02
17 maart 2025 · 49 min
What keeps us from meaningful connection? Bethany Allen, Elder and Associate Pastor at Bridgetown Church, talks about what obstacles we face when walking out Jesus' invitation to live like family, challenging us to face our limits and become truly vulnerable in our close relationships. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Mark 3v31-35
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Teaching | You Know a Tree by Its Fruit | For the Sake of Others E01
10 maart 2025 · 50 min
How do you measure your spiritual growth? Tyler Staton, lead pastor of Bridgetown Church, tracks the theme of fruit and fruitfulness through the gospel of Matthew, showing us that for Jesus, love is the goal of spiritual formation. Tyler shares common ways that we lose sight of this goal and challenges us to reorient our spiritual practices around becoming people of love. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Matthew 7v15-20, Matthew 12v1-37, Matthew 22v34-40, Matthew 20v29-33
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Teaching | Peace of Heart
3 maart 2025 · 1 uur 2 min
"What would you do if you weren't afraid?" Lees meer
John Mark delves into the idea that true peace is more than the absence of conflict—it is a profound inner state offered as a gift from God. He encourages listeners to cultivate this peace of heart as a vital part of their discipleship and witness in a world filled with fear and anxiety.
Key Scripture Passage: John 20v19-22
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Teaching | How to Read and Interpret the Old Testament | The Story of Israel E03
24 februari 2025 · 45 min
Where does our reading of the Old Testament go wrong? Dr. John H. Walton, professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College, exposes some of the common missteps that we take when interpreting Scripture, encouraging us to approach Scripture as it is, and not as we'd imagine it to be. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Hebrews 12v1-2
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Teaching | Failing, Not Failure | The Story of Israel E02
17 februari 2025 · 44 min
What should we do when we fail? Gerald Griffin, pastor of Bridgetown Church, looks at the story of King Saul. Through this story, Gerald encourages us to remain rooted in our God-given identities, and to turn toward God for transformation when we fall short. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: 1 Samuel 9-15
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Teaching | This Happens All the Time | The Story of Israel E01
10 februari 2025 · 52 min
Are the odd stories in Scripture relevant to us at all? In this teaching, John Mark dives into the historical books, showing how these stories were written for our benefit, and encouraging us to embrace the hope of God's faithfulness in the midst of our failure. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: 2 Samuel 2v8-28, 1 Corinthians 10v1-13
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Teaching | The Familiar Stranger
17 januari 2025 · 31 min
"What if the instant supernatural power of the Holy Spirit and the slow formative power of spiritual practices work in complement to one another, not competition?" Lees meer
In this teaching, Tyler Staton shows us the essential role that the Holy Spirit plays in our formation. He argues that formative practice and supernatural power are not conflicting ministries, inviting us to return the the roots of our faith by holding these two expressions in tandem.
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Key Scripture Passage: John 14-17
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Teaching | Man's Search for Meaning | The Sage E02
10 januari 2025 · 52 min
Can we be happy in the midst of our suffering? John Mark argues that meaning, more than being happy or healthy, is our core need as humans, and that suffering is one of the primary ways that we live into that meaning. He challenges us to embrace suffering as the forge of our transformation into Christ-like love, where true joy can be found. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Job 23v1-10
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Teaching | The Problem of Evil | The Sage E01
3 januari 2025 · 58 min
Why do bad things happen to good people? John Mark tackles the question of theodicy and God's justice in this series covering the wisdom literature. This week, he explores the book of Job, and challenges us to embrace the mystery of God, continuing to put our faith and hope in him in the midst of suffering. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Job 1-42
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Teaching | Joy | Advent E03
27 december 2024 · 31 min
How can we live with more joy? Ken Shigematsu explores how the good news of Jesus' birth is cause for celebration and happiness. He challenges us to draw near to the source of joy, God himself, and savor his blessings to allow his joy to saturate our hearts and minds. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Luke 1v46-49, Luke 2v10-11, Luke 2v19, 1 Corinthians 2v9
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Teaching | Peace | Advent E02
20 december 2024 · 27 min
Why are we so anxious? Ken Shigematsu invites us to reflect on what Advent teaches about peace of heart. Drawing on Scripture, personal stories, and research, he shows how recognizing and living into God's love can help us move beyond fear and into resilient peace amidst a chaotic world. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Luke 1v30-21, Luke 2v19
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Teaching | Hope | Advent E01
13 december 2024 · 31 min
How do we remain hopeful in a world that's falling apart? Ken Shigematsu reflects on the paradox of Advent, where light meets darkness and hope confronts despair. He challenges us to look honestly at our realities, confront the brutal facts, and find unshakable hope in Christ's first coming and promised return. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Luke 21v25-28; Isaiah 9v1-2, 6; Mark 13v7-8, 24-26
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Teaching | Be Generous to the Poor | Generosity E04
6 december 2024 · 50 min
Changing our relationship with money is one of the first and most important steps of living as followers of Jesus. In this episode, John Mark explores Jesus' teachings on generosity to the poor. He challenges us to reexamine our preference for accumulation and offers practical ways to share our resources with those in need. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Luke 12v13-34
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Teaching | All We Have Belongs to God | Generosity E03
29 november 2024 · 1 uur
"What does it mean to steward God's resources?" John Mark explores Jesus’ countercultural teachings on generosity and stewardship, challenging us to view everything we own as a gift from God, meant to be managed with wisdom and love. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Luke 12v13-48, 2 Corinthians 9v7-11
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Teaching | Watch Out for Greed! | Generosity E02
22 november 2024 · 57 min
John Mark explores Jesus and the New Testament authors warning against the love of money and greed, showing us that money is often an obstacle, not a boon, to the good life. He argues us that true happiness is found not in more money, but in being content with what we have. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: 1 Timothy 6v6-19
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Teaching | There Is More Joy in Giving Than Receiving | Generosity E01
15 november 2024 · 55 min
Does more money mean more happiness? John Mark walks through some of Jesus's surprising teachings on money, showing us how social science affirms the fact that generosity, not accumulation, leads to joy. He challenges us to reflect on whether we have an abundance or scarcity mindset, and invites us to deepen our trust in God's generosity. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passage: Matthew 6v19-24, Acts 20v35
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Conversation | Why Contemplation Matters: A Conversation With John Mark Comer and Ger Jones About God Has a Name (Part 02)
8 november 2024 · 40 min
Why is there such a disconnect between who we want to be and what we actually do? In this second of two conversations with Ger Jones of Vintage Church LA, John Mark and Ger discuss the practice of contemplation. John Mark argues that we overestimate the ability of willpower and insight to change us. Instead, he offers us three doorways into the practice of contemplation and practical suggestions for integrating this practice in our lives. Lees meer
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Key Scripture Passage: 2 Corinthians 3v18
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Conversation | What We Get Wrong About God: A Conversation With John Mark Comer and Ger Jones About God Has a Name (Part 01)
1 november 2024 · 51 min
Do we project our own ideas onto God? In this first of two conversations with Ger Jones of Vintage Church LA, John Mark and Ger explore the significance of God having a name and how God's self-disclosure often contradicts our assumptions. They challenge us to re-examine and adjust our implicit knowledge of God by reckoning with God's character revealed in Scripture. Lees meer
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Key Scripture Passage: Exodus 34v6-7
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Teaching | Carry the Name | God Has a Name E06
25 oktober 2024 · 51 min
Do you represent God well? John Mark explores God's final characteristic: jealous, like a passionate husband protecting his bride. As he tracks this theme throughout the Scriptures, he leaves us with a prophetic invitation to carry the name of Yahweh into every sphere of our lives. Lees meer
Key Scripture Passages: Exodus 34v6-14, Deuteronomy 28v1-10, Exodus 19v1-6, Leviticus 19v1-18, Exodus 20v1-7, Ezekiel 36v16-23
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