s5e6 Mark 1:29-39Jesus Heals Peter's Mother-In-Law and Seeks a Desolate Place to PraySOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:29-39 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:Why is Mark seemingly so detailed with the healing - he took her by the hand, lifted her up?Comparison/contrast with the demoniac in the synagogueV.29 - he left the synagogue and entered the house is actually plural in the Greek, why does it translate "he"? Is Mark emphasizing the centrality of Jesus in the story?What is the significance of certain words like the fever "left" here - this is the same root word as "permit" when Jesus was not permitting the demons to speak - is there a reason for the same word?Why don't we know what the demons said in this particular text?Jesus prayed in a desolate place? Why? How often?Demons seem prevalent in Mark - why?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)Mark was seeking to show the personal Jesus, he has personal relationshipsAuthority is a big theme, Jesus has authority over demons yes but also over sicknessJesus gives us an example of how we are to live in the Spirit and with the FatherThe reader is to be a disciple of Jesus, echoing his model and ready to go!Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWhat would happen in my life if I gave over to his authority? How would it change me? How would it change others? Have I really surrendered?Prayer time? Why am I so resistant to it?Do I really believe in the power of Jesus? Do I pray as if I really believe that He has authority over the demonic and sickness?The lack of prayer in my life - can it be from self-reliance and form disinterest? Is it possible that we do not see the reality of how vital our connection with God is in our daily life?Group Questions:What strikes you the most in Mark 1:29-39? Why?Just from reading these verses, what do you think Mark really wants to get across to us about Jesus?What is your prayer life like? What needs to change? Where is your desolate place to pray?Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Mark 1:29-39

s5e5 Mark 1:21-28Demoniac in the synagogueSOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:21-28 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:Interesting that the demoniac made his way into the synagogue...was this normal?What is the meaning of "Be Silent"? Any significance? Any significance to these "a" words used - astonished, authority, amazed?Why does Mark Link exorcism and teaching? (v 27)Why the monikers for Jesus from the demons like Nazareth and Holy One of God? "What is this?" is the question from the people - odd question isn't it to use "what"?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)the Messianic secret - not sure how valid this is but many claim that Mark's intended meaning in this passage has to do with Jesus keeping people and demons silent concerning who He wasAuthority - teaching and the exorcism is definitely connected...Mark seems to intend for us to understand how much authority Jesus had...hence the question "What is this? Mark seems to maybe think that all of us should be asking this question. What are we going to do with Jesus?Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWho is this Jesus? What does He mean for my life?Authority in my life? What are actually the authoritative voices I listen to? Looking at my calendar, wallet and passions...what do they say about who I listen to in life?Is it possible that Jesus is not that authority? How do I repent from allowing other things/people/etc. being authoritative in my life?Group Questions:What would have been your reaction to a demoniac finding his way into the synagogue and witnessing this confrontation with Jesus? What would be going through your mind before and after Jesus casted the demon(s) out?Do you believe in miracles? What miracles have you witnessed in your life?Who or what has authority in your life? (Could be multiple answers) - Explain why.What is something you can do or a decision you can make right now in order to make Jesus more of an authority in your life?Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mark 1:21-28

s5e4 Mark 1:14-20John the Baptist is arrested, Jesus begins his ministry and He calls the first disciplesSOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:14-20 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:John the Baptist and Jesus preaching at the same time? Was there a difference in their messages to the Jewish people? Why did John baptize? What did Jesus mean by the time is fulfilled in verse 15?What was significant about repent and believe the gospel to the Jew at the time prior to the death and resurrection of Jesus?Mark seems to take us quickly through the meeting of Jesus with the fishermen - did they possibly know each other already?Fishers of men? What? When? Who?Hired servants? Did these fishermen have a good moneymaking business?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)John the Baptist - Mark emphasizes who Jesus is by showing us John. John's life summarizes the priorities of Jesus.Jesus IS the Good NewsJesus has authority - He is worth following Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meBelieve in the good news!Come after me - not as equals, discipleship for the sake of others - He is worth everything!Group Questions:What do you think was the major attraction for these fishermen to follow Jesus so quickly?What would be the hardest thing for you to leave behind if called?What does Discipleship for the Sake of Others mean? What accomplishment can you look at in life and say it was definitely worth all of the sacrifice? What does Jesus mean to you? What areas in your life need surrendered? What does it mean to be a fisher of men? Describe, compare the lives of the disciples to our lives today...Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenCheck out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay SterchiThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mark 1:14-20

s5e3 Mark 1:9-13The baptism and temptation of Jesus...major events and wow does Mark fly through them! SOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:9-13 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:Was it Jesus' signal when John was arrested that Jesus would really start His ministry or were they just both following the Holy Spirit?Why is Mark so brief with some major events in the life of Jesus?The dove? Like a dove? Luke uses it differently...so is it a metaphor?Mark loves the word, immediately...why does he use it so often?Mark is the only one that uses "wild beasts" in the wilderness - any significance?Is there any significance to why Mark doesn't tell us anything about the outcome of the temptation event?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notes)Mark really wants us to know that Jesus is the Lord, better than John the Baptist, proclaimed by God himself and Victor over SatanThere does seem to be a hook involved in this...Mark wants us to listen as the story is going to get better! Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWalk closer to Jesus - Jesus is God on earth, He is Victor and Overcomer and deserves our worshipModeling Jesus - baptism needs to mean something to us because of Jesus' example, overcoming temptation needs to mean something to usUplift Jesus - He is God, to be worshipped and reveredGroup Questions:Why do you think Jesus allowed himself to be baptized?Why do you think Jesus allowed himself to be tempted directly from Satan? Why do these 2 events seem appropriate at the beginning of Jesus' official ministry? What can we apply specifically to our own lives from Jesus' example in these things? Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenCheck out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay SterchiThe ALL New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off in 2022! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mark 1:9-13

s5e2 Mark 1:1-8Mark introduces us to John the Baptist and proclaims that Jesus is the Good News sent from God to the world! SOMAScripture - Read and Re-read Mark 1:1-8 (read a section or 2 after this reading as well to understand context a little bit)Observations/Questions - Here are some of our observations and questions we had concerning this text:Why the OT quote concerning John the Baptist?He states that the quote is from Isaiah but it is from 2 other OT passages too, why? Is there any significance?Why delve into John's clothing or eating habits? Significance? Why was John the Baptist this wilderness "wild man"?Why did John the Baptist baptize? What is the significance of baptism to the Jewish people at the time? What was the call to repentance about?What is the meaning of water baptism vs the baptism of the Holy Spirit as Mark commented concerning Jesus?Meaning - major takeaways we have gained from this text (not exclusive - just our notesGod's Son was prophesied People were ready for him, hungry for a messiah. Jesus is much more than a prophet - Ezekiel 36:25-27 - came to baptize with the Holy SpiritJesus will change everything and does...we are all subject to this Kingdom whether we like it or not.Application - what does this text mean FOR me not necessarily TO meWhat does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus is a question we should always ask ourselves.Knowing that God planned Jesus to come rescue me and walk with me makes me want to walk closer to Jesus.What can we model about Jesus in this passage? Hard to answer for this passage due to its content of proclamation.How can we uplift Jesus? He is the Son of God, He is the Gospel! Praise God for our Salvation!Group Questions:What statements does Mark make about Jesus in Mark 1:1-8?Explain why Jesus is "Good News" in your life personally.What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus?Why are you a disciple of Jesus? Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenCheck out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay SterchiThe New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off a new Season soon! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mark 1:1-8

s5e1 Introduction to the Gospel of MarkJoin Darin and Ty as they take an overall look at the Book of Mark in the New Testament. GL Talk will be taking a journey through the book of Mark starting next week with chapter 1:1-8. Study with us as we use a systematic method of bible study called SOMA.SOMAScriptureObservations/QuestionsMeaningApplicationIn this episode, we will talk a bit about the background of Mark, his audience, his purpose of sharing the good news of Jesus and some key themes in Mark's narrative. The purpose of Episode 1 is to lay the groundwork for our section by section study through Mark which begins in Episode 2.Check the show notes for our notes on SOMA starting next week!Listen to NH podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listenCheck out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay SterchiThe New Hope Underground Podcast will be kicking off a new Season soon! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Introduction to the Gospel of Mark

s5e1 Season Five Preview! For 4 seasons, GL Talk has been a podcast for NH Group Leaders talking about issues dealing with leading a group and prayerfully encouraging you along the way! Change is a good thing however and Season Five is going in a bit of a new direction! Join us on a journey through the Scripture! Ty Griffith is joining me as we systematically go through a Bible Book and seek to apply a disciple mentality to the discussion. On this podcast we want to seek to know Jesus so we might walk closer to Him, model Him in every day life and uplift His name! We invite you to study along with us. In this preview episode, we will talk about what this new format is all about, how you can follow along with our systematic approach and grow personally or even use it in a group setting to help others grow in the Word of God too! How can you use GL Talk in a group? Well, ask your group to listen to the episodes prior to your group meeting. The episodes are 30 min or less, once a week. We either upload on Monday or Tuesday. You can find some notes and discussion questions here in the show notes and soon you can also find them on www.newhopechurch.cc/leaders. The podcast gives everyone a chance to study with us using the same method and then hopefully provide some great discussion in your group to enhance discipleship! What is a systematic approach to Bible Study? Well, it is simply that we will use the same approach every time as we study the Word. Our simple goal is to learn about Jesus, walk closer to Him, model Him in every day life and uplift His name! Here is the approach we will be taking with whatever Bible book we may be studying:SOMAScriptureObservations/questionsMeaningApplicationThe explanation for SOMA is given in this preview episode and we will dive into even more starting in Episode 1 in our introduction to the first book we will be studying, the Gospel of Mark. Join in! Listen! Learn! Live!Join us on New Hope Underground for a lot of fun! (new episodes coming soon)Check out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay Sterchi as well all on the New Hope Podcast Network! (new episodes coming soon)www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season Five Preview!

s4e13 The Gospel is Not the Response to the Gospel - Acts 2:14-40We continue the Scripture series...where we are just reading scripture together and commenting in a devotional way. Today we dive into Acts 2 and look at the first sermon ever preached in the church age! There is so much to learn from this God-ordained church kick-off!Join us on New Hope Underground for a lot of fun! Check out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay Sterchi as well all on the New Hope Podcast Network! www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Gospel is Not the Response to the Gospel

s4e12 You Do Not Know What You Are Asking - Mark 10:35-45We continue the Scripture series...where we are just reading scripture together and commenting in a devotional way. Today we dive into Mark 10 and look at a back and forth between Jesus and his disciples. James and John, the Sons of Thunder, in a weak and misunderstood moment, ask Jesus a question they probably wished later they never asked. Join us on New Hope Underground for a lot of fun! Check out Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay Sterchi as well all on the New Hope Podcast Network! www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You Do Not Know What You Are Asking

We will Read Romans 12 together and dig in a bit on what it means to be a living sacrifice. How should followers of Jesus live day to day? How much do our actions impact the church and the kingdom of God? Our new series at New Hope called, Your Every Day Ordinary, Sleeping,Eating, Walking Around Life will challenge us to count the cost as to what it means to follow Jesus. Paul reminds us in Romans how serious of a calling it is.Check out New Hope Underground and Simple Spiritual Practices w/Lindsay Sterchi by visiting our New Hope Church Podcast page - www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Living Sacrifices

s4e10 The Resurrection of Jesus ChristResurrection Sunday is next Sunday! What better way to get focused than to turn to Scripture, let's take a look at I Corinthians 15 together.Check out New Hope Underground, Simple Spiritual Practices with Lindsay Sterchi and our sermon podcasts all at www.newhopechurch.cc/listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ

s4e9 Obstacles to Community with Brant HansenMy brother Brant and I talk about barriers that all of us can tend to put in our own way that keep us from effective community. There is a larger discussion here but allow this short discussion to give you a few snapshots of what can really hinder good groups from becoming closer! Check out anything Brant Hansen - such as his podcast, books or his work with the medical mission CURE at www.branthansen.com.Check out an interview with Brant concerning his story and work, on the New Hope Underground Podcast right here - https://shows.acast.com/new-hope-underground/episodes/the-brant-hansen-interview See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Obstacles to Community with Brant Hansen

Join Darin as we look at the meaning of Jesus's words in John 10:10! What did Jesus mean by one flock, one shepherd and how does this apply to our shepherding?Episode Eight is the seventh in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One Flock, One Shepherd

Join Darin as we look at the meaning of Jesus's words in John 10:10! What does real life look like? We will take a deep dive look at the original language used in the passage and see what implications it has for us! Episode Seven is the sixth in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

He Gives Life Abundantly

Join Darin and special guest, Lucas Golden as they discuss what it means to protect others in your group. Lucas describes his group and what leading has been like for him! Episode Six is the fifth in a series of 7 principles coming out of John 10 concerning being a Shepherd.Check out all of our podcasts on www.newhopechurch.cc/listen and join our new FB Group for the New Hope Podcast Network! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

He Protects His Sheep From Danger

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