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
In Episode 81 of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark explores Jesus’ parable of the laborers in the vineyard in Matthew 20:1–16. Through workers hired at different hours but treated with unexpected generosity, Jesus reveals the difference between human ideas of deserving and the grace of God. Pastor Mark discusses the dangers of comparison, jealousy, and keeping score in our service for Christ, while reminding us that God ...
What does it really cost to follow Jesus—and is it worth it?
In Episode 80 of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark explores Matthew 19:23–30, where Jesus warns about the deceptive security of riches, reminds us that salvation is impossible apart from God's grace, and promises that nothing surrendered for His sake is ever truly lost.
For more reflection and study questions, be sure to check out the show notes.
In Episode 79 of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark explores two striking encounters in Matthew 19:13–22: Jesus welcoming little children and His conversation with the rich young ruler. While the children come with nothing to offer and simply receive the blessing of Jesus, the wealthy young man approaches eternal life as something he can achieve through his own goodness. Jesus lovingly exposes the one thing he is unwilling to s...
Pastor Mark continues through Matthew 19 as Jesus addresses the difficult subjects of divorce, remarriage, and singleness. Jesus calls His followers beyond the search for loopholes and back to God's original design for marriage, while acknowledging the devastating effects that sin and hardness of heart can have on relationships.
We also pause to consider how believers should think biblically about past marital failure, separat...
When the Pharisees try to trap Jesus with a controversial question about divorce, Jesus refuses to begin with their debate. Instead, He takes them all the way back to creation and God's original design for marriage.
Join us, as we explore Matthew 19:1–6 and consider what it means for a husband and wife to leave, cleave, and become “one flesh.” Before asking when a marriage can end, Jesus challenges us to understand...
In Matthew 18:21–35, Jesus calls us to a radical kind of forgiveness. It's a forgiveness that keeps no record and reflects the mercy we’ve received from God. Discover why unforgiveness is so dangerous and how the gospel reshapes the way we forgive others.
For more reflection and study questions, be sure to check the show notes.
In Matthew 18:15–20, Jesus gives a clear process for dealing with sin in the church. It's a process that prioritizes restoration, unity, and the presence of Christ. Discover with Pastor Mark what the Scriptures say about handling conflict biblically and why it matters for healthy Christian community.
Be sure to check out the show notes for reflection and study questions.
In Matthew 18:7–14, Jesus gives sobering warnings about offenses and sin, but also reveals the heart of the Good Shepherd who pursues the one who strays. In this episode Pastor Mark explores accountability, radical obedience, and the relentless love of God for every individual.
Be sure to check out the show notes for reflection and study questions.
In Matthew 18:1–6, Jesus completely redefines greatness. Instead of status and position, He points to humility by using a child as the model for kingdom citizens. In this episode, Pastor Mark explores what it means to become like a child, how we should treat the “least,” and why Jesus takes it so seriously when someone causes others to stumble.
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In Matthew 17:22–27, Jesus again reveals His coming death and resurrection, yet the disciples still struggle to understand. Then, in a surprising moment, Jesus teaches about His identity as the Son of God through a simple question about taxes… and a miraculous provision. This episode explores humility, provision, and how this moment points directly to the gospel.
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In Matthew 17:9–21, Jesus explains the coming of Elijah, then descends from the Mount of Transfiguration into a scene of suffering and spiritual conflict. A desperate father brings his afflicted son to Jesus after the disciples fail to help. In this episode of Gospel Explorations, we explore faith, failure, prayer, fasting, and the victory of Christ over what seems impossible.
In Matthew 17:1–8, Jesus is transfigured before Peter, James, and John. His face shines like the sun, Moses and Elijah appear, and the Father declares, “This is my beloved Son… hear ye him.” In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark explores the glory of Christ, the fulfillment of the Law and Prophets, and the beautiful truth that when all else fades, Jesus remains.
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In Matthew 16:21–28, Jesus reveals that He must suffer, die, and rise again — and then calls His disciples to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. In this episode Pastor Mark takes a look at Peter’s rebuke, Jesus’ correction, and the life-changing paradox that whoever loses his life for Christ will find it.
For more help and further study, please check out the show notes here.
In today's passage, Jesus asks the most important question anyone will ever face: “Who do you say that I am?” In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark invites you to join him as you explore together Peter’s powerful confession, the revelation of Christ, and the unstoppable promise that Jesus is building His church.
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In Matthew 16:1–12, Jesus confronts spiritual blindness, refuses the demand for signs, and warns His disciples about the dangerous influence of false teaching. In this episode Pastor Mark explores why signs don’t create faith, how easily we can miss what God is doing, and why we must guard our hearts from subtle spiritual corruption.
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Jesus answers the persistent faith of a Canaanite woman, heals multitudes, and feeds four thousand. Join Pastor Mark in this episode of Gospel Explorations, as we see the mercy of Christ reaching beyond expected boundaries, the power of a simple prayer — “Lord, help me” — and the abundance of a Savior whose crumbs are more than enough!
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Jesus confronts the Pharisees over their traditions and exposes the danger of outward religion without inward transformation. Discover why God is more concerned with the condition of our hearts than merely keeping appearances, and learn what truly defiles a person according to Jesus.
Be sure to check out the show notes for reflection and study questions.
In Matthew 14:22–33, Jesus sends His disciples into a storm, comes to them walking on the sea, and rescues Peter when his little faith begins to fail. In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark explores Christ's presence in the storm, Peter’s bold step of faith, and the comfort of a Savior whose hand is immediate and sure.
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In Matthew 14:14–21, Jesus looks on a hungry multitude with compassion, takes five loaves and two fishes, and feeds thousands with abundance left over. In this episode Pastor Mark explores Christ’s compassion, the disciples’ weakness, and the powerful truth that what is placed in Jesus’ hands is never too small.
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In today's passage, Herod is haunted by guilt, John the Baptist is imprisoned and executed, and Jesus withdraws in wisdom after hearing the news. Join us as we explore the torment of a guilty conscience, the danger of fearing man more than God, and the courage of a faithful prophet who spoke truth at great cost.
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