Welcome to the Quaboag Church Podcast where you will find weekly sermons from Pastor Kyle Sargent. Quaboag Church is located in Central Massachusetts. To learn more about our church visit our website at www.quaboagchurch.org.
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Pastor Tim continues teaching in the Anxious for Nothing series. Last week, we read about what God has to say about anxiety, focusing on Philippians 4:5b-7. But God continues in the next two verses to share how we can have the peace that He offers. So come and join us as we will look together at ways we can access "the peace of God, which surpasses…
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Pastor Tim shares what God has to say about anxiety. In a particularly uncertain and tumultuous time, anxiety has become a norm. For many, anxiety can be intensely crippling and has become a much larger issue than it was just 10-15 years earlier. But 2000+ years ago, God's word had something to say about a time just like this. So please come join u…
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The Kingdom of God is Good News for our Culture [Empire Part 3]
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How does the Kingdom of God offer an alternative to the combative, hostile nature of earthly politics? In other words, can we make a difference in our culture, not through our vote, but through our faith in action? The answer is absolutely yes, we can. History is proof. Not only that, but our King Jesus says it’s possible. Watch to think through wh…
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Bonus Episode: Exploring the Anti-Christ
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There's a lot of speculation out there about this infamous person from Scripture. Today, let’s explore the Anti-Christ: his identity, origin, goals, actions, and ultimate fate. DOWNLOAD OUR FREE GUIDE ON REST Feeling constantly on the go? Always running from one thing to the next? It's time to reclaim your peace and restore your soul. Download our …
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How To Trust God With Our Political Reality [Empire Part 2]
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How do we faithfully live as Christians in a culture that doesn’t share our values? How should we see ourselves in today’s political reality? Here’s a big hint right from the Bible: as exiles. In this video, we will talk about how seeing ourselves as exiles will help you engage in politics and trust God with the outcome. We’ll also explore how an “…
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Bonus Episode: When Will the Rapture Happen?
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The rapture refers to the event where believers are “caught up” to meet Christ in the air. The question is, when will it happen...or will it happen at all? DOWNLOAD OUR FREE GUIDE ON REST Feeling constantly on the go? Always running from one thing to the next? It's time to reclaim your peace and restore your soul. Download our FREE guide on "How to…
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I Pledge Allegiance…to my King [Empire Part 1]
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Empire: Citizens of the Empire, Subjects of the Kingdom This series will help you navigate living as subjects of the Heavenly Kingdom of God, while also living as citizens of an earthly empire of humans. Each week will address a unique aspect of living as a follower of Jesus in our divisive political reality. We’ll also explore how the Kingdom trul…
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Have you ever wondered what serving others means? This Sunday at Quaboag Church, we're diving into the book of Acts to uncover how the early Christians gave hands and feet to their love for God. From miraculous healings to radical generosity, their actions spoke volumes. In truth, it's what defined early Christianity. But what happens when serving …
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Have you ever felt like your connections—whether online or in person—are missing something deeper? How can we find and nurture the meaningful relationships we were designed for in our constantly changing digital world? This Sunday, we'll dive into the heart of what it means to be truly connected, inspired by passages from Hebrews 10 and Acts 2. We'…
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Bonus Episode: What the Book of Daniel says about End Times
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Today, we will explore the Old Testament book of Daniel to learn what the prophet had to say about the end of time. We will also explore how precise some of his prophecies were and what they mean for us! DOWNLOAD OUR FREE GUIDE ON REST Feeling constantly on the go? Always running from one thing to the next? It's time to reclaim your peace and resto…
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Ever thought about what "worship" really means? Is it just about singing on Sundays, or is there more to it? Join us this week at Quaboag as we dive into the true meaning of worship. We'll explore how it goes beyond music and can transform our everyday lives. (Think jobs, hobbies, and even relationships) Curious? Find out how worship can impact eve…
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Have you ever felt like your life is out of focus? Like you're struggling to see clearly what your purpose is or where you're headed? That's frustrating in life, but it's a tragedy for a Christian. This Sunday, we revisit a series titled "Focus," where we'll once again explore our mission and vision as a church and how we can stay centered on what …
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What to do When You’re Caught Between Comparison and Competition [Genesis Part 5]
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Have you ever felt like you're competing for love or attention only to come up short? Have you ever been overlooked or trapped in a situation beyond your control? In Genesis 29-30, we meet Leah and Rachel, two sisters locked in an intense rivalry, each trying to win their husband's affection. (yep, two wives, one husband… we'll talk about that, too…
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Staying Faithful when Families are Messy [Genesis Part 5]
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Have you ever experienced the pain of deceit and the unexpected twists of life's journey? In Genesis 29:1-30, Jacob meets Rachel and falls in love, only to be deceived by her father Laban into marrying her sister Leah first. This story is full of love, deception, and perseverance as Jacob navigates the complexities of his new life. DOWNLOAD OUR FRE…
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Bonus Episode: What About the Great Tribulation?
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This week on our bonus episode we're looking at the Great Tribulation. Like our other topics about the end times, I'm not going to cover this in-depth. I want to give you an overview with several broad takeaways to consider in light of whether this is the end of time...or not. DOWNLOAD OUR FREE GUIDE ON REST Feeling constantly on the go? Always run…
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Encountering God's Presence [Genesis Part 5]
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What is the connection between our faith and God's blessings? In Genesis 28, Jacob, fleeing from his brother Esau's wrath after deceitfully obtaining his blessing, encounters God at Bethel (which means "house of God"). This passage reveals the beginning of Jacob's personal relationship with God and the powerful covenant promise God reaffirms with J…
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A Divided House: Deception, Blessing, and Revenge [Genesis Part 5]
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Have you ever wondered how deception and rivalry can shape the destiny of a family? In Genesis 26:34-27:46, we witness a dramatic and turbulent chapter in Isaac's household. Esau's marriages cause grief to his parents, while Rebecca and Jacob conspire to deceive Isaac and steal Esau's blessing. This web of lies and manipulation sets the stage for a…
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Seeds of Deceit: How Lies Shape Future Generations [Genesis Part 5]
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How do fear and deception affect your relationships and legacy? Really, think about that. What decisions have you made from fear that led to deception? Maybe to cover a mistake? Get ahead? Make you look better? In Genesis 26:1-11, we see Isaac repeating his father Abraham's mistake: deceiving others to protect himself and putting his wife in harm's…
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Bonus Episode: Are we in the End Times?
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In this podcast, we’re continuing our talk about whether this is the end of time for mankind. I’m doing this because I get a lot of questions about this. People watch or read the news and see what’s going on in our country and around the world and see some similarities to what Scripture says the end will be like. So we’re taking a month or so to ta…
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How is Impatience working out for you? [Genesis Part 5]
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Have you ever found yourself sacrificing long-term goals for short-term desires? How often do we make decisions based on immediate gratification, only to regret them later? What does this tendency reveal about our character and priorities? That was a lot of heavy questions. Here's the point: this Sunday, we'll look at Esau, a man who made terrible …
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Navigating Family Legacies and Life's Transitions [Genesis Part 5]
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Are you trusting God with our family's future and seeking His guidance in times of uncertainty? Are you recognizing His hand in the blessings and challenges? In Genesis 25, we see family transitioning happening. After a long life, Abraham dies, passing the torch to Isaac. Like Sarah, Rebekah will struggle with infertility. Like Abraham, Isaac's pra…
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Bonus Episode: How Should We React When Unnerving Things Happen in Our Country?
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Today is a special podcast because I'm responding to the attempted assassination of former President Trump in Butler, PA. How should we react? What can we do to help our country right now? DOWNLOAD OUR FREE GUIDE ON REST Feeling constantly on the go? Always running from one thing to the next? It's time to reclaim your peace and restore your soul. D…
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Story of Redemption with Guest Adam Hussey
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The Bible is one continuous story of redemption. We are so privileged to know the end of this story. That for all eternity, people from every nation, tribe and tongue will be gathered to worship God the Father and the Lamb. How can you get involved in this story of redemption? What part can you play in seeing the nations reached with the Gospel of …
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How do you handle loss and significant decisions? Are you seeking God's guidance and seeing His hand in the everyday moments? How well do you typically embrace faith, knowing God's presence is always there? In Genesis 23-24, we see Abraham's faith in God remain strong as he navigates the painful loss of Sarah and secures her burial in the Promised …
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Bonus Episode: Not Being Afraid of the End Times
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Today, we're in the second week of a six-part series called, "Is this the end?" where we'll look at some of the biblical signs of the end of the world, with a strong emphasis on not being afraid, not trying to figure it all out, and trusting Jesus with it all. DOWNLOAD OUR FREE GUIDE ON REST Feeling constantly on the go? Always running from one thi…
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I Don't Like You: How to Love People You Don’t Like in Church (Part 2)
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What do we do when we don't like people we go to church with? Is that even allowed? With all this talk about loving each other in a Christ-like community, is there any room for not getting along? If so, how do we do that? This two-part series will take a couple of "church" relationships from the New Testament to highlight how Christians can get alo…
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I Don't Like You: How to Love People You Don’t Like in Church (Part 1)
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What do we do when we don't like people we go to church with? Is that even allowed? With all this talk about loving each other in a Christ-like community, is there any room for not getting along? If so, how do we do that? This two-part series will take a couple of "church" relationships from the New Testament to highlight how Christians can get alo…
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When you think of God, what word comes to mind? Holy? Powerful? Creator? Love? Maybe harsh or unfair? Or…what about Father? Here's another intriguing question: Are we all God's children? Or is there something unique in a Christian's relationship with God because of Christ? Regardless of what we think about those questions, defining God as Father br…
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Bonus Episode: 5 Things Jesus Said About the End Times
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Today, we begin a six-part series called "Is this the end?" where we’ll look at some of the biblical signs of the end of the world. Today, "5 Things Jesus Said About the End Times" DOWNLOAD OUR FREE GUIDE ON REST Feeling constantly on the go? Always running from one thing to the next? It's time to reclaim your peace and restore your soul. Download …
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Join us this Sunday, June 9th, as Pastor Tim walks through what it looks like to be a part of the Church together. One of God's great blessings is His design for us to follow Him together. We can enjoy meaningful friendships and the fruit that comes from them because of the Church. It is far bigger than the building we meet in or the Sunday service…
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Grace and Truth: Navigating Transgender Issues Through the Gospel
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Pastor Kyle explores the complex and sensitive topic of transgender issues through a biblical lens, featuring an interview with one of our own, Daniel, who has experienced the struggle of gender dysphoria. Our time together will provide a compassionate, Christ-centered perspective on the following key points: a personal journey, addressing stereoty…
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Will God Really Give You More Than You Can Handle? [Genesis 4.8]
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"God will never give me more than I can handle." Have you ever said those words? Or have you just believed them even if you haven't said them out loud? These phrases get passed down to us, becoming part of our thinking…without even really thinking about it. Here's my beef with that saying: (2 actually) First, that idea is nowhere in Scripture. Quit…
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Finding God in the Wilderness [Genesis 4.7]
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Have you ever been hurt by someone who calls themselves a Christian? I mean…really hurt? Or have you ever experienced life throwing every difficult circumstance imaginable at you? How did you handle it? Where did you turn? Did it drive you out into the spiritual wilderness? Did God meet you there? Here's a more complicated question: Do you think Go…
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Bonus Episode: Why We Can't Get Along at Work and What to Do About It
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I'm glad you've tuned in today because we're diving into a topic that hits home for many of us—relationship tension at work…and what to do about it. We'll explore this from a Christian perspective, but don't worry—whether you're Christian or not, the insights and applications we discuss will be relevant and practical for everyone. TEXT US Have a qu…
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Have you ever made the same mistake…more than once? Like, even when you knew better and got yourself in trouble the first time you did it? Or, what do we do when we feel like we're finally progressing in following God, only to mess up again? That's what we see Abraham doing in Genesis 20. We see his faith (which he's famous for) taking a back seat …
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Bonus Episode: 7 Ways to Parent like a (Semi) Pro
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The big idea today is to see your kids not just as children, but as little apprentices. That's right—your mini-me’s learning about life right by your side. We'll explore 7 ways to guide you as you go! TEXT US Have a question about the sermon topic? Pastor Kyle will try to answer in our midweek podcast or video. Text us at 833-273-8106! LEARN MORE Q…
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God Can Redeem Your Family History [Genesis 4.5]
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How do you feel about your family history? Any skeletons in the closet? Are there bad choices, addictions, or abuse back there? Is anything embarrassing or hurtful in your family's past? What do we do with that stuff? In Genesis 19:30-38, a bewildering scene unfolds as Lot and his daughters find themselves in the aftermath of the destruction of Sod…
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Sodom and Gomorrah: Don't Let Sin Destroy You [Genesis 4.4]
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Sin is a deceitful liar. It always has been. It always will be. The problem is that we convince ourselves it isn't. We trick ourselves into believing that it's not that big of a deal and that we can handle it. Just a little bit, we say. It's not that bad, we think. Then, all of a sudden, we look back and realize what's been taken from us. I believe…
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Bonus Episode: 3 Reasons Why So Many Couples Struggle with Communication
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In this podcast episode, we delve into the intersection of faith and real-life relationships, focusing on the challenges couples face in communication. We explore three key reasons for these struggles: pride, fear, and lack of vulnerability. Drawing from biblical wisdom, we offer practical strategies to overcome these barriers, such as practicing h…
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Bonus Episode: Can you be Fulfilled and Single?
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Pastor Kyle explores the misconception that fulfillment comes only through romantic relationships by emphasizing the importance of relationships that reflect Christ's love. He encourages singles to focus on personal growth, community connections, and serving others instead of solely seeking a partner. Deepening one's relationship with God is our pr…
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Have you ever bargained with God? If so, do you remember what it was about? Was it a test in high school? A potential boy or girlfriend? Maybe a job? Or was it on behalf of someone else? How often do you intercede for others through prayer? If you do, do you realize you don't need to bargain with him? The power of belonging to God is that we can te…
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Trusting God and Finding your Identity [Genesis 4.2]
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Have you ever thought about what it looks like for you to trust God so much that it defines who you are? As in, every area of your life is colored by your relationship with God. So many people are trying to figure out who they are and struggling to find any meaningful identity beyond temporary markers. In Genesis 17, we see God redefining Abram and…
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Genesis: The Road so Far [Genesis 4.1]
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We jump back into Genesis after taking a break for the Easter season. Remember, Genesis is one of the most fascinating pieces of literature ever written and inside of it are people, places, and ideas that have shaped human history for thousands of years! So, to help us all catch up and get on the same page, we’re going to take a flyover journey thr…
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Good Friday: The Night that Changed Everything
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This is the night that changed everything. The most important three days in human history were taking place. Jesus would go to the cross, as was predicted ahead of time, “to give his life as a ransom for many.” Those fateful words were spoken by Jesus in Matthew 20 to make clear what his mission was. However, the disciples struggled to understand t…
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Hope. When you read that or hear it, what do you think of? Is it silly? Useless? Something to cling to? Really, think about it: Hope. In the world we live, it can be hard to have hope. There are wars and rumors of wars. There is so much division and open hatred in our country. To many people, it feels like we’ve got a rigged and broken democracy in…
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The Silent Saturday: Finding Hope in the In-Between [Bonus Episode: Holy Week]
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Join us on a reflective journey through the quiet moments of Holy Week, specifically the somber day after Jesus' crucifixion known as Silent Saturday. Discover the significance of this day within the context of Passover Week and how it must have felt for Jesus' followers to grapple with the apparent silence of God. Explore the theme of faith in the…
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The Ultimate Sacrifice: Reflecting on Jesus' Final Day [Bonus Episode: Holy Week]
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This podcast episode delves into the events of Jesus' final day on earth, focusing on his trials before both Jewish and Roman authorities, his crucifixion, and burial. Pastor Kyle highlights the irony of the religious leaders missing the significance of Jesus as the Passover lamb, emphasizing His role as the ultimate sacrifice for forgiveness of si…
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The Divine Plan Unfolds: The Last Wednesday of Jesus' Life [Bonus Episode: Holy Week]
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In this podcast episode, we delve into the final week of Jesus' life on earth, focusing on the events of Wednesday, the day before his crucifixion. This day is marked by significant events, including the disciples preparing for the Passover meal, Judas' betrayal of Jesus, and Jesus' profound teaching at the last supper in the upper room. Through a …
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The Heart of Jesus' Teaching: Love God, Love Others [Bonus Episode: Holy Week]
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In this episode, we dive into Tuesday of Jesus' last week on earth, a pivotal day filled with intense interactions and profound teachings. We see Jesus challenged by the Jewish religious leaders, who seek to trap him with questions about the Law. However, Jesus responds with a profound answer that encapsulates his ministry and the essence of the La…
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Cleansing the Temple: A Reflection on Access to God [Bonus Episode: Holy Week]
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In this episode, we dive into the intriguing events of Jesus clearing the temple in Jerusalem during the last week of his life. We explore the chaos and symbolism of this act, considering its connection to Jesus as the Passover lamb and his impending sacrifice. Through Mark's account, we see Jesus' passion for all people to have access to God and h…
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