A Joyful Little Podcast

The War on Empathy

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:52:44 GMT

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

Love is the Law

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:52:41 GMT

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

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:52:38 GMT

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

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:35:08 GMT

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

Caught in the Act(s)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:35:05 GMT

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

Don't Make Me Preach This

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:33:43 GMT

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

Buying a Bible

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:33:40 GMT

Pastor Mark gives his advice on buying a Bible.

Sweet Victory

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:33:37 GMT

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

The Death of Jesus

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:33:33 GMT

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

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:52:05 GMT

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

Jesus is Condemned

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:01:24 GMT

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?

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:40:00 GMT

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

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:39:58 GMT

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

3rd Sunday of Lent: Peter is in Denial

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:39:55 GMT

Peter denies Jesus, Jesus does not return the favor.

2nd Sunday of Lent: It's Not About Feet

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:39:47 GMT

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

The How and the Wow!

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:31:36 GMT

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

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:28:58 GMT

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

Revelation Part 4

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:27:13 GMT

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

Revelation Part 3

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:25:01 GMT

Jesus, the Seven Seals, and the Seven Bowls.

Revelation Part 2

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:21:51 GMT

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

Revelation Part 1

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:20:07 GMT

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

Behind the Sermon: Revelation

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:13:56 GMT

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