Episode 59: Calling (Mark pt. 4)

In this episode, hosts Dr. David Pocta and Hannah DeSouza explore the theme of calling and discipleship in the Gospel of Mark. Topics include Jesus' sending out of the Twelve, the cost of following Jesus, and the need for inner transformation versus outward appearances. They also discuss personal insights from Hannah's recent pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, offering a real-life perspective on faith, vulnerability, and the heart of discipleship. Dave and Hannah conclude by emphasizing the transformative nature of following Jesus, preparing listeners for a deeper understanding of grace in the next episode.   00:00 The Mission of the Twelve 01:35 Welcome Back to Thread 02:09 Hannah's Pilgrimage Experience 04:02 Recap of Previous Episodes 04:35 Thematic Exploration of Mark 05:32 Understanding the Call to Discipleship 08:00 Radical Instructions for the Mission 13:21 The Cost of Discipleship 17:50 Compassion in Ministry 23:15 The Lesson of Participation in Miracles 24:46 Jesus Walks on Water: Confronting Fear and Faith 26:30 The Camino Experience: A Personal Wilderness 35:42 Inner Transformation: Beyond Outward Compliance 38:43 Peter's Confession and the Messianic Secret 43:24 Concluding Thoughts on Calling and Discipleship   Links: Download the Thread Podcast App Learn more about Thread  Thread Facebook Thread Instagram Dr. David Pocta Hannah DeSouza