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# 418: Why Did Jesus Stop? - Mark Part 17 Jun 17, 2026

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Scripture: Mark 5:21–35

Series: Mark part 17

In today's episode, we continue our journey through the Gospel of Mark and meet a woman who had been sick for twelve years. She had tried everything. Spent everything. And nothing had worked. But she had heard about Jesus—and she believed that if she could just get close enough to touch His cloak, she would be healed.

And she was. Instantly.

But then Jesus stopped and asked, "Who touched me?" The disciples thought it was a silly question—everyone was touching Him! So why did Jesus stop and ask?

Today we find out.

We also meet Jairus—an important man who falls at Jesus' feet and begs Him to come heal his dying daughter. Jesus agrees and heads that way. But then the news arrives: "Your daughter is dead."

We will have to wait until next time to find out what happens next…

In This Episode We Talk About:

Why Jesus stopped
What a superstition is and why Jesus didn't want the woman to have one
What faith really means for young kids today
How to trust Jesus with the things that feel scary or hard

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🎨This Week's Activity Check out this week's coloring page featuring the woman reaching through the crowd toward Jesus. 👉 Can your child find her in the crowd?

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#417: Go Home and Tell Them - Mark part 16 Jun 03, 2026

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Series: Mark Part 16
Scripture: Mark 5:1–20

In today’s episode, we continue our journey through the Gospel of Mark and see Jesus step onto the shore in the region of the Gerasenes. There, He meets a man who is suffering terribly and living among the tombs.

This story includes demons, sometimes the Bible also calls them unclean spirits, but we handle this carefully and remind kids of the most important truth: Jesus is stronger than darkness.

As Jesus speaks with authority, the unclean spirits must obey Him. The man who had been alone, hurting, and in bondage is restored. When the people come and see him, he is sitting with Jesus, dressed, and in his right mind. What a beautiful picture of mercy and rescue.

This episode helps kids see that Jesus does not only save and restore people so they can keep it to themselves. He gives His people a story to tell. Wherever Jesus places us—at home, with friends, at school, or in our community—we can tell others how much the Lord has done.

Today’s key truth:
Jesus is stronger than darkness, full of mercy, and wants us to share his goodness with others.

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#416: Jesus, Don’t You Care? -Mark Part 15 May 27, 2026

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Scripture: Mark 4:35–41

Series: Mark Part 15

Have you ever been in a storm and felt afraid? In today’s episode, we continue our journey through the Gospel of Mark and hear the incredible story of Jesus calming the storm.

After a long day of teaching, Jesus and His disciples crossed the Sea of Galilee by boat. Many of the disciples were experienced fishermen, so they knew storms well—but this storm was terrifying.

Today’s Key Truth:
Storms do not mean Jesus has left us or stopped loving us. Jesus is powerful over creation, and He is also loving toward His people. When life feels scary, we can turn to Him, pray, ask for help, and remember His love shown clearly at the cross.

This episode is part of our Gospel of Mark series. Keep listening as Mark shows us, little by little, who Jesus truly is.

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#415: Why Would You Hide a Lamp? - Mark part 14 May 20, 2026

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Scripture: Mark 4:21–34
Series: Gospel of Mark, Part 14

In this episode, we continue our journey through the Gospel of Mark as Jesus teaches the crowds using parables.

Last time, we learned how people respond differently to God’s Word in the Parable of the Sower. Today, Jesus builds on that teaching and helps us understand something new: not just how we respond, but what God is doing.

Through the pictures of a lamp, a growing seed, and a tiny mustard seed, Jesus teaches us:

God’s truth is like a light—it is meant to be seen, not hidden
God is always at work, even when we cannot see it
His kingdom may start small, but it grows strong and cannot be stopped

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Your support helps share God’s Word with families all over the world.

# 414: What Kind of Soil Is My Heart? - Mark part 13 May 13, 2026

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Scripture: Mark 4:1–20
In this episode, we continue our journey through the Gospel of Mark as Jesus teaches beside the lake and tells the Parable of the Sower. Jesus uses the picture of a farmer scattering seed to help us understand what happens in our hearts when we hear God’s Word. Kids will be invited to ask: How do I respond when I hear God's word ?

In this story, the seed represents God’s Word, and the different soils represent the different ways people respond when they hear it. Some hearts are distracted, some seem joyful at first but have no root, some are crowded by worries and desires, and some receive the Word, accept it, and produce fruit.

Big Takeaways:

God’s Word is like seed planted in our hearts.

Jesus teaches that people respond to God’s Word in different ways.

Sin can make our hearts hard, shallow, distracted, or crowded.

We need Jesus to forgive us, change us, and help us receive His Word by faith.

The “crop” Jesus talks about is not corn or tomatoes—it is a changed life that looks more like Christ through love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

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Yes! There’s an Ad-Free Option 🎉 May 09, 2026

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#413: Are Christians Really a Family? - Mark part 12 May 06, 2026

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Mark 3:20–35 & 1 John 3:8

In today’s episode, we hear one of the most important questions anyone could ever ask: Who is Jesus really? Some people thought Jesus was out of His mind. Others accused Him of doing evil. But Jesus made the truth clear— He is the Son of God, and He came to destroy the works of the devil, rescue sinners, and bring people into the family of God.

We also hear Jesus say something surprising and beautiful: “Whoever does the will of God, he is my brother and sister and mother.”

This episode helps children understand:
-Jesus is the Son of God
-Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil
-People still respond to Jesus in different ways today
-All who trust in Jesus belong to the family of God

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#412: A Very Unlikely Team - Mark part 11 Apr 22, 2026

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📚 Series:

The Gospel of Mark

Mark 3:7–19

🎧 Episode Summary:

Why would Jesus choose these men?

In today’s episode, we step into a moment where crowds are pressing in from every side—people eager to see Jesus, hear Him, and be healed. But then, something quieter—and just as important—happens.

Jesus goes up on a mountainside… and begins calling people to Himself.

One by one, He chooses twelve men—very different from each other—to be His apostles.

But this wasn’t random.

In this episode, kids will learn:

Why Jesus chose twelve apostles
What the word “apostle” means
How this connects to the 12 tribes of Israel
Why Jesus chose such a variety of people
And what this teaches us about the family of God

This story helps children see that the good news of Jesus isn’t just for one kind of person—it’s for everyone.

🧠 Key Teaching Moment:

Jesus didn’t choose the same kind of people.

He chose a very unlikely team—men with different jobs, personalities, and backgrounds.

Why?

Because the Gospel is for all people.

👉 Even though we are all different, Christians are brought together by one thing:

We believe in Jesus.
We love Him.
And we follow Him.

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#411: A Hand Made Whole- Mark part 10 Apr 15, 2026

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Mark 3:1–6

In today’s story, Jesus enters a synagogue on the Sabbath and meets a man with a shriveled hand. While others watch closely—waiting to see if Jesus will break their rules—Jesus does something unexpected.

He heals.

But instead of celebrating, the religious leaders become angry.

Why?

Because they cared more about their rules… than people.

In this episode, we explore what the Sabbath was meant to be, what the Pharisees misunderstood, and what it means to truly love God and others.

🔑 Key Truth

God’s laws are rooted in love—and they teach us how to love Him and others well.

Try asking your kids these questions this week:

👉 “Why does this rule exist?”
👉 “Does following it help us love others?”

👉 “Have you ever heard someone use one of God’s laws in the wrong way—maybe adding to it or twisting it?”

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#410: Why Didn’t Jesus Follow Their Rules? - Mark Part 9 Apr 08, 2026

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Scripture: Mark 2:18–28
In today’s episode, we continue our journey through the Gospel of Mark and hear Jesus answer some questions. Why weren’t His disciples fasting? Why did the Pharisees get upset when they picked grain on the Sabbath? And what was Jesus showing everyone about God’s law, grace, and what it really means to belong to Him?

Kids will learn that Jesus did not come to patch up an old system. He came to bring something new.

In this episode, kids will hear:

What fasting means
Why Jesus compared Himself to a bridegroom
What new wine and old wineskins mean
Why the Pharisees were upset about the Sabbath

Key truth:

Because we are accepted in Jesus, we obey out of love—not out of fear.

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