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Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue in the book of Ephesians, exploring the very Dwelling Place of God.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum begin a five-week exploration of the book of Ephesians, Paul’s letter to the church he helped establish.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their seven-week look at some passages in the book of Acts, discussing Paul’s house arrest in Rome as he continued to minister to the Christian movement.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their seven-week look at some passages in the book of Acts, examining how Paul’s 3rd Missionary Journey was bookended by ministry in Ephesus.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their seven-week look at some passages in the book of Acts, by discussing how the Gospel went to places like Ephesus and Corinth and beyond.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their seven-week look at some passages in the book of Acts, by discussing how the Gospel went to Antioch in Syria, in preparation for a global launch.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their seven-week look at some passages in the book of Acts, by looking at the Gospel moving out of Jerusalem into Samaria and Africa.

Mark Ellcessor and Carlye Frye continue our seven-week look at some passages in the book of Acts, focusing on tension in Jerusalem as the Gospel of Jesus is taking root.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum begin a seven-week look at some passages in the book of Acts, where the disciples live out Jesus’ commission to take the Gospel to Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum conclude our time in the Gospel of John by exploring Jesus’ commission in our lives.

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Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue in the Gospel of John by looking at Jesus’ Promise of the Holy Spirit.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum look at the story of people coming to the disciples saying, “We would like to see Jesus.

Mark and Lisa Ellcessor continue the study of John by looking at Jesus' statement, "I am the Good Shepherd."

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the Gospel of John by discussing Jesus statement: Before Abraham was Born, I AM.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the Gospel of John by discussing the importance of holding on to the teaching Jesus.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the Gospel of John by discussing the question: Is Jesus really the Messiah?

S5 E6. The Bread of Life by Fishers for People

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the Gospel of John by examining the authority of Jesus.

Mark Ellcessor and George Kimani look at the importance of taking Jesus at His Word

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their discussion of the Gospel of John by exploring Jesus and the Temple of God.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the Gospel of John by looking at the first followers of Jesus.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum open this year’s 42-week podcast series with a look at the Gospel of John’s understanding of the eternal nature of Jesus.

Mark Ellcessor and Ben Greenbaum open this year’s 43-week podcast by taking a look at what’s coming for the 2025 season.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum conclude their three-part bonus series on living as stewards of God’s good gifts. Today they discuss Paul’s call in 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 to express thanks to God with our generosity.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their three-part bonus series on living as stewards of God’s good gifts. Today they discuss Paul’s call in 2 Corinthians 8:1-16-9:5 to be eager to make a difference in the world.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum begin the first of a three-part bonus series on living as stewards of God’s good gifts. Today they discuss Paul’s call in 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 to excel in our generosity.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum conclude their discussion of the book of James. Today they and talk about the patience that comes from God in James 5.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue in the book of James. Today they look at chapter 4, and wrestle with the battle within.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue in the book of James. Today they look at chapter 3, and ponder what it really means to tame the tongue.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration through the book of James. Today they talk about God’s limitless love, and what that means for His disciples. James 2:1-11

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum begin their journey through the book of James. Today they discuss the concept of faith and its call to action.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum conclude their exploration of the book of Galatians. Today they look at how the Cross of Christ is central to everything.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Galatians. Today they look at our sinful nature and the Spirit of God.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Galatians. Today they look at what it means to be God’s children of promise.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Galatians. Today they look at what it means to go from being a prisoner of sin to living in the freedom of Christ.

Mark Ellcessor interviews the Maiko brothers in Kenya. Saneta Maiko is District Superintendent of the West Central Plains District of the Indiana United Methodist Conference. Jared Maiko is a high school principal in Edorat, Kenya and the director of Greenhill Amani Primary School in Ekerenyo, Kenya. Clement Maiko is a mechanical engineer with the government in Nairobi, Kenya. The brothers talk about their family background, ministry in Kenya, and the importance of working collaboratively.

Mark Ellcessor talks with George Macharia Kimani and Matthews Kaburu Ageri, pastors in Kenya who are working on an online Masters degree from United Theological seminary in Dayton, Ohio. They discuss their ministries, education, the future of pastors school for local pastors in Kenya, and the importance of staying true to the gospel of Jesus Christ, as laid out in the first chapter of Galatians.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum wrap up their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they look at Hebrews 13 and the call to walk and talk the faith.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. They turn to Hebrews 13 and talk about what it means to live a life wholly devoted to God.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they look at God’s discipline, warning and encouragement for His people.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they look at Rahab’s part in the conquest of the Promised Land.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they look at Isaac, Jacob and Joseph’s God-given visions for the future beyond their lives.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they look at Abraham, and the promise of God through him.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they look at part of the great people of faith in Hebrews 11.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they examine the claim that the sacrifice of Jesus was once for all.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they discuss the heavenly tabernacle of Jesus.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they discuss the earthly tabernacle used by the Israelites in the Old Testament.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they explore the Better Hope and Better Covenant promised by Christ.

Mark Ellcessor & Ben Greenbaum continue their exploration of the book of Hebrews. Today they look at the challenge to a diligent pursuit of our life in Christ.