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Mark 14:53-72 (ESV) Andrew and Edwin discuss Jesus's own use of prayer to gain strength to overcome the temptation to walk away from the cross in contrast to Peter's lack of prayer keeping him weak in the face of temptation to deny Jesus. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at...

Mark 14:43-52 (NKJV) Andrew and Edwin discuss how Jesus knew the answer to His garden prayer. He was going to let the Scriptures be fulfilled. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking her...

Mark 14:26-42 (ESV) Andrew and Edwin discuss the theodicy of Jesus's prayer in the garden.  P.S. A theodicy is a defense of God in the face of evil in the world. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conv...

Mark 14:12-31 (NKJV) Andrew and Edwin gain great comfort and encouragement by learning Jesus uses the ordinary to accomplish the extraordinary. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking he...

Mark 14:1-11 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin consider the anointing of Jesus the week He was executed and what we can learn from the woman breaking the flask. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation...

Mark 13:32-37 (NKJV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the final bit of advice we need to hear from Jesus's speech. Be vigilant. Stay awake. Be aware. Be prepared. Don't wait to get ready. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Faceb...

Mark 13:28-31 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the surety of Christ's the Word, promises, and prophecies. As sure as Jerusalem was destroyed within a generation, His Word will come to pass in every way. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.  ...

Mark 13:3-23 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin consider the main piece of advice that applied to the first recipients of Jesus's speech, the first readers of Mark's gospel, and us. Hang on to Jesus. Don't be led astray. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@Christia...

Mark 13:3-31 (NKJV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the flowery, apocalyptic language of judgment used in Mark 13 and how it is used in the prophets, helping us understand that at least most of Mark 13 speaks about the destruction of Jerusalem, if not all of it. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you hav...

Mark 13:1-2 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin consider a contrast between what Jesus focuses on and what the apostles focus on. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.       Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd lov...

Mark 12 (NKJV) Andrew and Edwin learn hope and trust from a poor widow. They also recognize this chapter has been setting the stage for all the coming discussion about judgment on Jerusalem and the temple. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join t...

Mark 12 (NKJV) Andrew and Edwin talk about inspiration, the authorship of psalms, and an incredible prophecy about the Messiah from the pen of David. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by click...

Mark 12 (ESV) Andrew and Edwin discuss what we can learn from a scribe who seemed to be asking Jesus an honest question and recognizing a wise answer. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clic...

Mark 12 (NKJV) Andrew and Edwin talk through the Sadducees' resurrection scenario and highlight the Sadducees' failure to see God's power. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by c...

Mark 12 (ESV) Andrew and Edwin learn from the exchange over taxes the percentage we are supposed to give to God. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you....

Mark 11:20-33 (NKJV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the condition for God to forgive our sins through prayer. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you....

Mark 11:20-25 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin try to figure out what God was really promising with this statement we'll be able to move mountains through prayer. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conve...

Mark 11:15-19 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin consider what Jesus meant by accusing the Jews of turning the temple into a den of robbers and thieves. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicki...

Mark 11:11-24 (NKJV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin delve into why Jesus cursed the fig tree for lack of fruit. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a g...

Mark 11:1-11 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin gain motivation from a guy who is willing to let Jesus's disciples take his donkeys. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We&apo...

Mark 10:46-52 (NKJV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin consider the question Jesus asked both the sons of Zebedee and the son of Timaeus: What do you want me to do for you? Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the convers...

Mark 10: 32-45 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss Jesus's teaching on servantship. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the...

Mark 10:17-31 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the rich ruler and his request to know how to inherit eternal life. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to m...

Mark 10:13-16 (NKJV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin talk about how to receive the kingdom like a child. It's not about innocence. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd l...

Mark 10:1-12 (ESV) Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss Jesus's teaching about marriage, divorce, remarriage, and adultery. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.     Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.     Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love...