Gospel Explorations
A weekly podcast designed to dive deep into God’s Word and help answer the hard questions that life throws at us from a biblical perspective.
Episodes
51 episodes
050: Matthew 9:18-26
Two people in desperate need reach out to Jesus: a grieving father and a suffering woman. Both find healing, hope, and life in Him. In Matthew 9:18–26, we see how even imperfect faith, when placed in the right Person, is enough. Listen in with ...
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049: Matthew 9:14-17
Jesus didn’t come to patch up old religion, He came to bring something completely new. In Matthew 9:14–17, He calls Himself the Bridegroom and explains why life with Him is full of joy, freedom, and newness. Join Pastor Mark as we explore toget...
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048: Matthew 9:9-13
Jesus calls a tax collector — the outcast no one wanted — to follow Him. And then He sits down to eat with a house full of sinners.This is the heart of the Gospel: Jesus doesn’t come for the righteous, but for sinners like us. In this ep...
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047: Matthew 9:1-8
A paralyzed man is lowered through the roof to Jesus. His friends want healing. But Jesus says something unexpected: “Your sins are forgiven.”In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark invites you to join him a...
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046: Matthew 8:28-34
Two men enslaved by darkness. A herd of pigs. A town that begged Jesus to leave.In this episode of Gospel Explorations, we look at Jesus’ power over demonic spirits — His unmatched authority, His relentless care for the broken, ...
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045: Matthew 8:23-27
What do you do when the waves are crashing and it feels like your life is sinking? Join Pastor Mark in this episode of Gospel Explorations, as we look together at Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee. This miracle is a powerfu...
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044: Matthew 8:18-22
In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Jesus challenges two would-be disciples: one who is too quick to follow without counting the cost, and another who delays obedience for “someday.” Together, their stories reveal what it really me...
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043: Matthew 8:14-17
In Matthew 8:14–17, Jesus heals Peter’s mother-in-law with a gentle touch and delivers multitudes with a word. These healings not only reveal His compassion but also fulfill Isaiah’s prophecy that the Messiah would bear our infirmities. In this...
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042: Matthew 8:5-13
What kind of faith makes Jesus marvel? In Matthew 8:5–13, a Roman centurion approaches Jesus with a desperate plea for his servant and displays faith unlike anything in Israel. In this episode of Gospel Explorations, we discover the hu...
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041: Matthew 8:1-4
What happens when the untouchable meets the willing Savior? In Matthew 8:1–4, a desperate leper kneels before Jesus with the words, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Pas...
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040: Matthew 7:24-29
Storms are coming — are you ready? Jesus closes His Sermon on the Mount with a story of two builders. One built on rock. One on sand. One stood. One fell. This isn’t about how your house looks — it’s about what your life is built on. Tune in wi...
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039: Matthew 7:15-23
Not everyone who claims to speak for God actually does. In this powerful conclusion to Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, we’re warned about wolves in sheep’s clothing and reminded that true faith bears true fruit. Join Gospel Explorations as...
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038: Matthew 7:12-14
What if the way to true life is narrower than we think — and love means more than just avoiding harm? In this episode of Gospel Explorations, we dive into Jesus’ invitation to love others actively and walk the road less traveled. The G...
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037: Matthew 7:7-11
In this episode of Gospel Explorations, we dive into Matthew 7:7–11, where Jesus invites us to boldly ask, seek, and knock—promising that our heavenly Father responds with goodness and grace. We unpack what it means to pray with persis...
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036: Matthew 7:3-6
In this episode of Gospel Explorations, we explore Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7:3–6 about judgment, humility, and discernment. Jesus warns us against the hypocrisy of pointing out others’ faults while ignoring our own—and invites us in...
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035: Matthew 7:1-2
In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark unpacks one of the most quoted — and misunderstood — verses in the Bible: “Judge not, that you be not judged.” What did Jesus actually mean? Does this mean we can’t eve...
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Episode 35
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034: Matthew 6:31-34
What if your anxiety could be answered — not with a quick fix, but with a deeper trust? In this episode, we explore Jesus' powerful call to stop chasing what the world worries about and to start seeking the kingdom of God.Jesus doesn’t j...
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033: Matthew 6:25-30
In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark looks into Matthew 6:25–30, where Jesus addresses worry and invites us to trust God’s faithful provision. Jesus reminds us of our value to the Father, who cares even for the birds and...
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032: Matthew 6:19-24
Pastor Mark explores Jesus’ challenge in Matthew 6:19–24 to examine where our true treasure lies. Are we living for temporary earthly gain or investing in eternal rewards through generosity and service? Jesus calls us to have a clear spiritual ...
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Episode 32
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031: Matthew 6:14-18
In this episode of Gospel Explorations, we explore Jesus’ teaching on forgiveness and fasting from Matthew 6:14–18. Learn why forgiveness is a non-negotiable mark of those who have experienced God’s grace, and how fasting is meant to b...
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030: Matthew 6:9-13
In this episode, we take a fresh look at the Lord’s Prayer—not just as words to recite, but as a powerful framework for real, intimate connection with God. Jesus teaches us to approach God as our Father, to worship Him, to surrender to His will...
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Episode 30
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029: Matthew 6:5-8
In this episode, we explore Jesus' teaching from Matthew 6:5–8 on authentic prayer. Jesus warns against turning prayer into a performance for others and instead calls us to pray in secret — not for applause, but for genuine connection with the ...
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Episode 29
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028: Matthew 6:1-4
In this episode, we dive into Matthew 6:1–4 and explore what Jesus teaches about the heart behind our good deeds. It's not about the applause of people — it's about living for God's eyes alone. We’ll talk about guarding our motives, practicing ...
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Episode 28
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