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Hope for Today (English)
Hosted by Heralds of Hope · EN
We exist to lead people to Jesus by faithfully teaching the Scriptures that reveal His heart and His ways. Through our media, we aim to make disciples of all people. In this 15-minute devotional-style program, we dive into Scripture in a way that’s clear, practical, and encouraging.
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Believing is Seeing || Mark 10:46-52
3d ago00:14:31Tap to summarizeDo you need to see to believe? In this episode, J. Mark studies Mark 10:46-52, where Blind Bartimaeus is healed. Though a blind beggar, Bartimaeus recognized Jesus as the Messiah, and showed persistent faith. Jesus restored his sight, not only physically, but spiritually. Join us as we explore this passage and discover the depth of Jesus’ compassion.
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The Path to True Greatness || Mark 10:32-45
1w ago00:14:31Tap to summarizeWhat is the path to greatness according to Jesus? In this episode, J. Mark walks us through Mark 10:32-45 where Jesus predicts his death for the third time and redefines true greatness. He outlines three steps to being great in the Kingdom of God—embracing suffering, allowing Jesus to correct our misconceptions, and humbly serving others. While the world equates greatness with wealth, power, and prestige, Jesus exemplifies a radically different path marked by suffering, service, and sacrifice.
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Seeking Eternal Life || Mark 10:17-31
2w ago00:14:31Tap to summarizeJesus told the rich young ruler, “Go your way, sell whatever you have and give to the poor.” Does Jesus require that of us if we want to receive eternal life? In this episode, J. Mark explores Mark 10:17–31, the account of the rich young ruler who came to Jesus seeking eternal life. As Jesus challenged the young man to sell his possessions and give to the poor, He exposed the true condition of his heart. In this lesson, we follow the directions Jesus gave the rich young ruler, learning to look upward to Christ, inward at our priorities, outward beyond self-reliance, and onward to the hope of eternal life.
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Children of the Kingdom || Mark 10:13-16
3w ago00:14:31Tap to summarizeChildren are an important part of God's kingdom. In this episode, J. Mark explores Mark 10:13–16, where Jesus demonstrates the high value He places on children. While the disciples and religious leaders did not regard children as important, Jesus showed them that their perspective was flawed. He highlighted both the value and the virtues of children, teaching that we must become like little children to enter His kingdom. Join us for "Children of the Kingdom" as we discover what it means to have childlike faith and learn the importance of valuing the children God has placed in our lives.
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Maybe I Do: Part 2 || Mark 10:6-12
Jun 1800:14:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, J. Mark concludes his study of Jesus’ teaching on divorce and remarriage in Mark 10:6-12. In Part 1 of “Maybe I Do,” we explored the confrontation and the concession. In this episode, we return to Genesis with Jesus as He clarifies God’s original design for marriage. Jesus teaches that marriage is intended to be a lifelong covenant that reflects the relationship between Christ and His Church. We examine the seriousness of divorce, the impact of broken families on society, and the Church’s responsibility to uphold and model biblical marriage.
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Maybe I Do: Part 1 || Mark 10:1-6
Jun 1100:14:31Tap to summarizeWhat does Jesus teach about divorce? In part 1 of “Maybe, I Do,” we see the Pharisees challenge Jesus with questions on divorce in Mark 10:1-12. J. Mark explores the cultural and religious views of divorce that the Pharisees had, and Jesus’ response to these views. Jesus takes us back to the beginning, in the Garden of Eden, where God created marriage, and clarifies God’s original plan and purpose for marriage.
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Radical Discipleship || Mark 9:42-50
Jun 400:14:31Tap to summarizeAs followers of Jesus, we are to learn from him and grow more like him. This is discipleship. In this episode, J. Mark takes us through Mark 9:42-50, where we see Jesus lay out the qualities of radical discipleship. We see how when we embrace radical love, radical purity, and radical obedience, we can make a difference in our lives and in the world around us.
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Kingdom Values || Mark 9:30-41
May 2800:14:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Bible teacher J. Mark explores the values Jesus taught His disciples in Mark 9:30-41. As Jesus continues preparing the disciples for His coming death and resurrection, He challenges them by emphasizing three values of His kingdom: anonymity, humility, and inclusivity. J. Mark shows how Jesus modeled servant-hearted living as the suffering servant, welcomed the overlooked, and called His followers to work together in unity. This episode encourages believers to seek first the kingdom of God by embracing these values.
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Lord, I Believe! || Mark 9:14-29
May 2100:14:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, J. Mark discusses the four kinds of faith revealed in Mark 9:14-29. Through this account of the demon-possessed boy, we see examples of different kinds of faith coupled with the power of God. Jesus invites us to place our faith in Him, but sometimes our faith is weak. The father of the demon-possessed boy in Mark 9:24 pleads, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!” This illustrates how our imperfect faith can be brought to Jesus and we can grow in our faith. Will we continue to have weak or misplaced faith, or will we pursue a seeking and healing faith that reveals our dependence on God?
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Shadows of Suffering || Mark 9:9-13
May 1400:14:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, J. Mark continues our study by looking at Mark 9:9-13. Jesus and His disciples descend from the mountain after the Transfiguration, but what began as a glorious mountaintop experience gives way to the reality of suffering, rejection, and the shadow of the cross. In “Shadows of Suffering,” we explore Jesus’ mysterious command to remain silent, and the disciples’ confusion about His coming death and resurrection. J. Mark explores the significance of Elijah and John the Baptist in this account and reminds us that soon the shadows of this life will dispel with Jesus’ return.
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