The question Mark’s gospel invites us to wrestle with is profound: Who is Jesus to you? In Mark 2, Jesus repeatedly places Himself in positions of conflict. He challenges the crowds, confounds the religious leaders, and confronts individuals, forcing them to confront this question and inviting them to trust in faith.

In this episode, Whit Casey look at Mark chapter 2 and what it looks like to truly pursue Jesus.

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Check out the message : Becoming a Follower Vs Fan of Jesus - https://youtu.be/C1gxTwRm9WE?si=NlYRmTh7CZo6BHTi

In this episode, Whit mentions Jesus’ teachings on marriage & divorce. Find content on this subject here: https://churchonthemove.com/marriage

Mark’s Gospel starts not in a city or a temple but in the wilderness. Why? The wilderness holds deep symbolic significance. John the Baptist steps onto the stage of redemptive history in this barren, solitary place. It’s here, in the midst of the dry and desolate, that God begins His work of renewal.

In our busy lives, we rarely make space for reflection. What could it look like to step back from comforts or distractions to prepare the way for the Lord? In this episode, Whit and Casey dive deep into the first 8 verses of Mark.

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Listen to the Message: 3 Ways to Prepare the Way of the Lord in Your Life in 2025 https://youtu.be/6DJU76bTv7s

Check out our series on Mark:

https://churchonthemove.com/gospelofmark

In this episode Whit mentions the book The Great Divorce by CS Lewis

Welcome to day 1 of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. Today's Scripture is Mark 1:1-11.

If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/day-1-a-guided-prayer-for-repentance

The holidays bring a mix of joy and stress as families gather with differing opinions, parenting styles, political beliefs, and more. Learning to be a non-anxious presence can transform these interactions, helping us navigate emotions and conflicts and show up fully, be present for others, and maintain our peace amidst the chaos.

In this episode, Heather shares about the powerful lessons she has learned as she trains to be a hospital chaplain, including practical tips to navigate the holidays this year!

When we think about God’s work in the world, how often do we limit Him to what we can see or understand? The truth is, the Holy Spirit is always at work—in us, around us, and through us—in ways that far surpass our imagination. But we often miss it, either because we’ve confined Him to our expectations or because we’ve become too self-reliant to notice His movement.

In this episode, Whit and Casey talk about the work of the Holy Spirit, the mystery of faith, and what to do when you feel distant from God.

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Check Out the Message: Pentecostal Power in an Age of Self Help | https://youtu.be/_gZ4TaC-fa4

Some of us avoid conflict like the plague, while others charge into it head-on. Regardless of how you feel about conflict one thing is for sure: it’s inevitable. In a world that values quick fixes and easy exits, how do we handle it well? The hard work of staying in relationship—even when it’s messy—is where real beauty lies.

In this episode, Jamie and Heather talk about navigating conflict in a way that honors God and promotes growth not only for themselves but for their kids.

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In this episode, Jamie references the book Find Your People by Jennie Allen

Pete Scazzero’s Ladder of Integrity: https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/EHS+SKILLS+SESSION+6.pdf