Jesus Confronts the Scribes and Discusses the Widow's mite (Mark 12:35–44)

In this episode of Midweek Move, Dallas and Carlos continue through Mark 12:35–44. Together, they unpack Jesus’ confrontation with the scribes, His challenge to their view of the Messiah, and His warning about prideful leaders who exploit the vulnerable. The episode closes with the powerful story of the poor widow’s offering, and what it teaches us about faith, sacrifice, and the heart behind giving. Join the conversation, follow along in your Bible, and let us know how this passage challenges and encourages you. 00:00 – Episode intro & overview   02:24 – Reading Mark 12:35 | Whose Son is the Christ?   03:08 – Jesus questions the scribes’ view of the Messiah   04:07 – Reading Mark 12:36–37 | Psalm 110 and divine authority   07:16 – Reading Mark 12:38–39 | Beware of the scribes   08:24 – Historical context of scribes’ clothing and status   09:20 – What Jesus is really rebuking (heart vs. appearance)   12:18 – Judging intentions & church leaders today   15:26 – Reading Mark 12:40 | Scribes devouring widows’ houses   16:33 – Protecting the vulnerable from exploitation   20:49 – Reading Mark 12:41–44 | The widow’s offering   22:25 – Was the widow exploited—or was it about her heart?   24:21 – Giving out of abundance vs. giving from sacrifice   25:47 – Where your treasure is, your heart will follow   26:38 – Closing encouragement & church invite