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Bible time with Russ and Tony continues with Jesus (intentionally) healing a man on the Sabbath—and it doesn't sit well at all with the religious establishment. Instead of rejoicing alongside the man who is now physically whole they launch a full-blown investigation to find out who would violate a law in an effort to help someone in need. Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—t...

After leaving Samaria Jesus comes back to the region he's from and is immediately met with request to heal the son of a city official. Jesus knows that we won't believe unless we see signs, miracles, and evidence. This is an indictment on humanity. However, he doesn't withhold himself from those of us with frail faith—he meets us in our weakness and invites us to trust him with as much or as littl...

The conversation with the woman at the well turned into a full-blown weekend in Samaria. Can you imagine what was going through the disciples' minds as they were receiving hospitality from their enemies and watching them trust in Jesus? Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—the gospel of John — through the lens of the finished work of Jesus. This episode features a conversation...

John 4 records a remarkable interaction between Jesus and a Samaritan woman. It's a beautiful story that should've never happened. Thank God Jesus is free to go the places and talk to the people that religion wouldn't allow. Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel — the gospel of John — through the lens of the finished work of Jesus. This episode features a conversation in John 4...

John the Baptist is losing followers and influence — the kind of fallout that would crush anyone in ministry. When confronted with this reality, he rejoices instead of being wrecked. John then explains why he responded this way and ends the GOAT debate forever. Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—the gospel of John — through the lens of the finished work of Jesus. This episod...

Most of us know John 3:16, but did you know what comes after is some of the best damn good news you've ever heard in your life? Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—the gospel of John—through the lens of the finished work of Jesus. This episode features a conversation in John 3:16-21. ____________________________________________________________________________ Helping You Lear...

At this point in John's gospel Jesus has become an undeniable public figure. It's not whether or not you have an opinion of Jesus, but which opinion. From among his eventual enemies emerges a figure—Nicodemus. He's authentically curious about Jesus and so he comes under the guise of night to have this risky and fascinating conversation. Join Jameson and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—...

John’s story of Jesus cleansing the temple is like a polaroid of Jesus’ entire ministry and mission. Its like the thumbnail on the desktop for the 10-terabyte file of the incarnation. The whole Gospel is there as Jesus shows himself to be the True Temple, filling to overflowing our faithless religion with the uninhibited freedom of God himself. Join Jameson and Tony as they explore the most unique...

Jesus' mom knew about her son what we would all eventually learn about the heart of God—Jesus can't help but to help those who desperately need help. Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—the gospel of John—through the lens of the finished work of Jesus. This episode features a conversation in John 2:1-13 and the story of Jesus' first recorded miracle in John's gospel.  _______...

"Can anything good come out of Nazareth?" It seems, from this question, that the first disciples struggled with association. To what or who should we align ourselves? Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—the gospel of John—through the lens of the finished work of Jesus. This episode features conversation centered around John 1:35-51 and the story of the first disciples who fol...

Surveying the spiritual landscape today one would undoubtedly be seriously confused about the requirements to have a relationship with God. There are so many distinct beliefs about what is required theologically, ceremonially, and behaviorally to enter the kingdom. The same was true in the days of John the Baptist, which is why he took it upon himself to make the path to God very very straight. Jo...

Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—the gospel of John—through the lens of the finished work of Jesus. Episode 47 zeroes in on the theologically thicc verses 14 to 18 in chapter one. Don't blame us for having another conversation about grace, John is the one who said it doesn't quit.    ____________________________________________________________________________ Helping You L...

Born Not Of Blood (John 1:6-13) Join Russ and Tony as they explore the most unique gospel—the gospel of John—through the lens of the finished work of Jesus. Episode 46 takes a look at chapter 1 verses 6 through 13 and focuses in on what it takes to become children of God.      ____________________________________________________________________________ Helping You Learn To Live Loved . . . Become...

What's The Word? (John 1:1-5) Weekly, 30-minute episodes focussing on the Gospel of John starts now. Join Russ and Tony for the start of a new conversation, exploring the most unique gospel through the lens of the finished work of Jesus.      ____________________________________________________________________________ Helping You Learn To Live Loved . . . Become a Lark Supporter: https://larksite....

Finding Freedom In Christianity We know there is freedom in Jesus, but not many of us experience freedom in the communities that claim Jesus. Episode 44 of the Larkcast explores why we're more likely to receive a to-do list than the comforting news that we're loved and what you can do about it all. ____________________________________________________________________________ Connecting God's Libera...

Irreligious Easter On this episode of the Larkcast, we take a break from our finding freedom series to discuss why Easter is not a religious holiday, and why that matters for everyone longing to know the freedom, rest, and adventure Jesus promised. If the word “resurrection” sounds like a fairy tale, an empty concept, or something that doesn’t matter in the everyday mundane things of life, then yo...

Finding Freedom In Work So why are we talking about finding freedom in a culture that prides itself on being free? A large percentage of us are indeed distancing ourselves from religion and leaving the church. However, it seems our inherent religious impulse is still alive and well. Everywhere we look, we find ladders to climb, paths to walk, goals to achieve, and the relief from our pain being pu...

So why are we talking about finding freedom in a culture that prides itself on being free? A large percentage of us are indeed distancing ourselves from religion and leaving the church. However, it seems our inherent religious impulse is still alive and well. Everywhere we look, we find ladders to climb, paths to walk, goals to achieve, and the relief from our pain being pursued. Anything to assur...

So why are we talking about finding freedom in a culture that prides itself on being free? A large percentage of us are indeed distancing ourselves from religion and leaving the church. However, it seems our inherent religious impulse is still alive and well. Everywhere we look, we find ladders to climb, paths to walk, goals to achieve, and the relief from our pain being pursued. Anything to assur...

Finding Freedom In Technology So why are we talking about finding freedom in a culture that prides itself on being free? A large percentage of us are indeed distancing ourselves from religion and leaving the church. However, it seems our inherent religious impulse is still alive and well. Everywhere we look, we find ladders to climb, paths to walk, goals to achieve, and the relief from our pain be...

Finding Freedom From Yourself Self. We think about it, work on it, talk about it, love it, and even trust in it. While everyone around us seems to be pursuing their ideal selves in a never-ending project, Jesus is the only person to know what it means to be human fully. Throughout his life, Jesus lived in complete trust of the Father, showing us where true freedom comes from—dependence. Tony and R...

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#3: Thank God For A Shady Savior (Best of 2021) In what some have called “the hardest parable,” God decides to introduce himself to creation as a shady owner of a debt consolidation business rather than an upright bookkeeper who demands every penny of what we owe. And, as it turns out, as disreputable debtors ourselves, we’d prefer to buy from the trunk of the car in an alley than full-price in th...

The Christmas Episode Well, it's the week of Christmas. And without sounding cliché, we are talking about the theological heart of Christmas in this week's episode. Cheers to Jameson and our longtime former producer (and more importantly, our friend) Ryan for giving Russ and Tony a break and taking over the Larkcast. Episode 34 will be the last NEW podcast of 2021. See you misfits on the flip-flop...