Sermon on the Mount E31 – Is it possible to evaluate the behavior of others in a healthy way? Jesus offers two parables that illustrate the wisdom needed to evaluate someone else's behavior. The first parable invites us to examine ourselves before others, and the second parable reminds us the necessary discernment for this happens only in a community of fait ... Show More
Oct 26
The Spirit as the Third Person of the Trinity
Spirit of God E15 — Some New Testament passages present the Spirit as a distinct agent, or entity, who teaches, reminds, and even dwells within Jesus' followers. But more often, the Bible describes the Spirit as God's power, presence, or energy. So what led early Christians to co ... Show More
58m 29s
Jun 2023
Teaching | A Haunting Way to End a Sermon | Gospel of Matthew
What do we do the Jesus’ teachings in the Sermon on the Mount? Jesus ends his manifesto of life in the kingdom of the heavens, not with a pep talk or feel-good story, but with a warning about what happens when we don’t put his teachings into practice. John Mark argues that, in th ... Show More
51m 53s
May 2025
Jesus Doesn’t Hold Back: Truth for the Religious Heart: Episode 23 Of Our Study Of Matthew
In this episode of Bible Reading and Coffee Drinking, we walk through Matthew 23, where Jesus speaks directly—and boldly—to the religious leaders of His day. He calls out their hypocrisy, pride, and obsession with appearances while neglecting justice, mercy, and faithfulness. Thi ... Show More
28m 59s
Aug 2023
Teaching | If Your Brother or Sister Sins | Gospel of Matthew
What do we do when other followers of Jesus fall into sin and wander away? John Mark explores Jesus’ teaching on dealing with sin in the church. Even though it's one of the most abused teachings of Jesus, John Mark show that, rightly applied, it has the potential to help the ... Show More
39m 51s
Jun 2025
EPISODE 193: Ready or Not - Living for the Return of Jesus: Episode 25 Of Our Study Of Matthew
In this episode of Bible Reading and Coffee Drinking, we’re walking through Matthew 25, where Jesus shares three powerful parables: the wise and foolish virgins, the servants and their talents, and the separation of the sheep and goats. Each one drives home a central theme—be pre ... Show More
28m 13s