A Joyful Little Podcast

The War on Empathy 19.05.2026 18:31 ↓

There is room in the Christian tent for a wide variety of viewpoints. But some things are not negotiable.

Love is the Law 19.05.2026 23:18 ↓

Paul used to zealously enforce God's laws. Then he discovered a new, better law. How did a man known for power, control, and violence become a man who put his life on the line for the sake of love?

Damascus Road 19.05.2026 20:41 ↓

When Jesus met his greatest earthly enemy on the Damascus road ... what happened? And why isn't it what we think should have happened?

Earth-Shaking 30.04.2026 19:28 ↓

What is -- and isn't -- a "God moment."

Caught in the Act(s) 30.04.2026 23:19 ↓

Saul/Paul gets transformed by Jesus at a very opportune moment.

Don't Make Me Preach This 17.04.2026 14:04 ↓

Pastor Mark discusses his five least favorite Bible passages to preach on.

Buying a Bible 17.04.2026 17:00 ↓

Pastor Mark gives his advice on buying a Bible.

Sweet Victory 17.04.2026 18:41 ↓

Jesus's resurrection is certainly good news for us, but do we carry it around with us all the time?

The Death of Jesus 17.04.2026 18:11 ↓

In John's Gospel the actual death of Jesus is just a matter-of-fact occurrence. What does this mean for us?

Doubting Doubting Thomas 15.04.2026 21:52 ↓

Why do we pick on poor Thomas? He's a better role model than we think!

Jesus is Condemned 31.03.2026 17:09 ↓

John's description of Jesus's trial and execution is surprisingly flat and undetailed -- which brings out some of the things he DOES mention. Why does John bother including the argument Pilate has with the religious leaders about what the written charge against Jesus was?

5th Sunday of Lent: An Innocent Man? 24.03.2026 21:24 ↓

Was Jesus actually innocent? Or were people misinterpreting the law in such a way that he had to be found guilty?

4th Sunday of Lent: Take Me to the Pilate 24.03.2026 21:16 ↓

Jesus meets Pilate, who doesn't understand what is happening and what is about to happen.

3rd Sunday of Lent: Peter is in Denial 24.03.2026 24:03 ↓

Peter denies Jesus, Jesus does not return the favor.

2nd Sunday of Lent: It's Not About Feet 24.03.2026 23:36 ↓

Jesus shows what greatness actually is. So why doesn't anybody listen to him?

The How and the Wow! 03.12.2025 25:39 ↓

The creation story in Genesis 1:1-2:4a inspires people to wonder how it happened, but isn't the "wow!" of it all more important?

Revelation Part 5 03.12.2025 23:20 ↓

What is the ultimate message and purpose of the book of Revelation?

Revelation Part 4 03.12.2025 23:54 ↓

Sense and nonsense around the Beast, the Number of the Beast, and the like.

Revelation Part 3 03.12.2025 28:33 ↓

Jesus, the Seven Seals, and the Seven Bowls.

Revelation Part 2 03.12.2025 21:05 ↓

A look in to the inner workings of heaven and how it shapes worship.

Revelation Part 1 03.12.2025 20:35 ↓

An overview of the book of Revelation and an introduction to the various interpretations of John's vision.

Behind the Sermon: Revelation 03.12.2025 13:08 ↓

Pastor Mark welcomes you to the podcast and talks about the difficulties in interpreting the book of Revelation.