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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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Maybe I Do: Part 2 || Mark 10:6-12
6d ago00:14:31Tap 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
2w ago00:14:31Tap 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
3w ago00:14:31Tap 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
4w ago00:14:31Tap 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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The Unveiled Christ || Mark 9:1-8
May 700:14:31Tap to summarizeHow was Christ unveiled in Mark 9:1-8? In this episode, J. Mark explores the transfiguration—where Jesus’ glory is revealed to the apostles. For a moment, the curtain is pulled back, giving a glimpse of heaven and revealing Christ as He truly is. This powerful encounter left a lasting mark on the disciples and speaks to us today. Join us as we examine three details that deepen our understanding of this pivotal event.
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The Cost of Discipleship: Part 2 || Mark 8:34-38
Apr 3000:14:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we continue our study in Mark 8:34-38, exploring “The Cost of Discipleship” and what it means to follow Jesus. Building on our previous discussion, J. Mark unpacks the second and third essential actions of discipleship: taking up your cross and following through on your commitment. Jesus calls us to a life of daily surrender: denying self, choosing obedience over comfort, and valuing eternal gain over temporary approval. This episode challenges listeners to examine their walk with Christ and find the joy of a life fully surrendered to Him.
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The Cost of Discipleship: Part 1 || Mark 8:34-38
Apr 2300:14:31Tap to summarizeIn Mark 8:34–38, Jesus Christ calls those who desire to follow Him to a life of true surrender, not a comfortable or convenient faith. J. Mark challenges listeners to move beyond the idea of “cheap grace” and embrace the reality that discipleship requires denying self, laying down personal identity, and choosing God’s will above all else. Through honest reflection and practical examples, he urges each person to examine where they may still be holding on to a self-centered life and invites them to begin taking up their cross, trusting that true life is found only in fully following Christ. Transcript It […]
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Who Do YOU Say I Am? || Mark 8:27-33
Apr 1600:14:31Tap to summarizeThis episode explores the personal question that Jesus asked: “Who do you say I am?” Walking through Mark 8:27-33, J. Mark examines three responses people had to this question: confusion, bold confession, and Jesus’ disapproval. As people throughout history have shaped Jesus into what they want Him to be, this passage calls us back to the truth of who He truly is. How do we answer the question, “Who do you say I am?”
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