Jesus Stories

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: In this Jesus Stories episode, we discuss what faith is and what it looks like. Using the definition of faith found in the scriptures, we examine examples of faith that Jesus points out during the events which we have discussed in previous Jesus Stories episodes. Join us as we break down the events and understand how faith is demonstrated in each story. SCRIPTURES USED IN THIS EPISODE: Hebrews 11:1 Hebrews 11:6 Luke 1 Luke 4:14-30 John 4:1-30 Mark 2:1-12 Luke 7:1-10 Luke 7:36-50 Mark 5:21-34 Matthew 9:27-30 Mark 9:1-6 Hebrews 11:9-10 2 Corinthians 6:4-5, 9-10 James 2:18 (The Message) James 2:19 Romans 10:17 FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgJ3Tf0R_aiF-uxG-G97ortxPZMFC7kPu SUPPORT US: We exist because you support our efforts with prayers and monies. Find out how to do that by visiting https://jesusstories.info/support-this-podcast TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: Subscribe to us on your podcast player. Then leave us a note about your thoughts on this podcast. Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

SHOW NOTES: How many roles does Jesus take on in this episode? He moves from teaching and story-telling to action. At the request of a leader of a synagogue, he heals her daughter. But, not before healing a woman whom he calls “my daughter” from a disease which has ostracized her from society for 12 years. He helps two blind me to see because of their faith. And he throws out another demon. But, opposition is beginning to build against his healing. The Pharisees think that he is throwing out demons by the power of Satan. And, when Jesus goes back to his home town of Nazareth, he is rejected and not believed. “Where did he get all this wisdom and power to perform such miracles.” He’s just a carpenter and the son of Mary. Traveling around with a great crowd following, Jesus sees a massive work-load. So, he commissions his apostles to go – teach, heal, and throw out demons. He gives them specific instructions for their task ahead. Some of those instructions apply to us as well. Finally, we learn of the fate of John the Baptist at the hands of King Herod. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: Mark 5:21-43 Matthew 9:27-38 Mark 6:1-6 Psalm 23:1 Isaiah 53:6 Matthew 10:1-11:1 Mark 6:14-33 FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgJ3Tf0R_aiF-uxG-G97ortxPZMFC7kPu SUPPORT US: We exist because you support our efforts with prayers and monies. Find out how to do that by visiting https://jesusstories.info/support-this-podcast TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: Subscribe to us on your podcast player. Then leave us a note about your thoughts on this podcast. Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: In this Jesus Stories episode, we examine the question of costs. Have you ever considered the value of the Kingdom of God? Jesus explains this to us. Given its value, then, what is the cost to follow Jesus into the Kingdom of God? Jesus explains that to us, too. We take a deep dive into these questions as we consider “The Cost For Following Jesus.” This is a tough teaching to hear. But, it is crucial to understand what Jesus asks of us as followers. SCRIPTURES USED IN THIS EPISODE: Matthew 13:44-46 Luke 14:25-27 Luke 9:57-62 Mark 3:33-35 Matthew 10:37-39 1 John 3:16 Mark 10:28 Acts 12:2 Mark 10:29-30 Hebrews 11:13-16 WE’RE ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOT9Cm5P1tsQp1U8cEilDk5icjxE55KA8&si=cRbv2oNF3t_iNfBJ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Rate us on your favorite podcast player. This is particularly helpful on Apple and Spotify! Make a donation through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LKASTZFA8YYJY Send a Hero Care Package. https://herocarepackages.com/discount/STORIESDEAL Buy some Jesus Stories merch: https://jesusstories.info/swag/ Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: Jesus tells stories in this episode of Jesus Stories! Jesus was the consummate storyteller. But his stories all had a purpose. They were used to teach secrets about the Kingdom. These are secrets that some can hear and understand; others cannot. We go through some of Jesus’ stories in this episode including the explanations which Jesus offers to his disciples. Then, we begin telling the stories of Jesus’ miracles. We watch as Jesus stills a storm at sea. And we meet a man who is possessed by a Legion of demons – until Jesus meets him. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Matthew 13:1 –52 Isaiah 6:9-10 Mark 4:21-41 Matthew 8:18-22 Luke 9:57-62 Mark 5:1-20 WE'RE ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOT9Cm5P1tsQp1U8cEilDk5icjxE55KA8&si=cRbv2oNF3t_iNfBJ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Rate us on your favorite podcast player. This is particularly helpful on Apple and Spotify! Tell someone about this podcast - maybe more than one!!! Make a donation through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LKASTZFA8YYJY Send a Hero Care Package. https://herocarepackages.com/discount/STORIESDEAL Buy some Jesus Stories merch: https://jesusstories.info/swag/ Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? This Jesus Stories episode delves deep into Jesus’ teaching on greed, worry, and generosity. We connect all three concepts and the life-giving focus which bypasses greed and worry to leaning on Jehovah God for everything we need and more. Such reliance on Jehovah leads to generosity and the accumulation of treasures in heaven. SCRIPTURES USED IN THIS EPISODE Luke 12:22-40 Ecclesiastes 5:10 (The Message) Joshua 6:18-19 Joshua 7:20-21 Proverbs 1:18-19 1 Timothy 6:9-10 Isaiah 26:3-4 Philippians 4:6-7 Proverbs 21:26 1 Timothy 6:7-8 FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast X: https://x.com/JesusStoriesPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JesusStoriesthePodcast SUPPORT THIS PODCAST This podcast cannot exist without support. We offer several ways to help us out. Find all of them on our website: https://jesusstories.info/support-this-podcast/ Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.