Midweek Move

Felix hears the truth clearly and tells Paul, "Go away for now — when I find a convenient time, I'll call for you." In this solo episode, part of the Acts Revisited series, Dallas walks through Acts 24 — how to respond when someone delays or pushes back after hearing the gospel, being accused for your beliefs rather than your actions, and what it means to keep a clear conscience while ministering. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome (Solo Episode) 2:06 - Paul Brought Before Felix 2:30 - The Real Accusation: Belief, Not Wrongdoing 6:07 - Keeping a Clear Conscience in Ministry 8:07 - Felix's Delay: "A Convenient Time" 11:13 - Interested in the Gospel vs. Changed By It 12:45 - Closing & How to Visit The Healing Place

What do you do when the people who represent God are the ones causing you pain? Carlos Renfroe returns to the show as he and Dallas dig into Acts 23 — cancel culture and clear conscience, how to restore people the church has written off, and how God moves through small, easily dismissed moments instead of only dramatic miracles. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome Back Carlos 2:44 - Acts 23:1-5: Paul Struck Before the Council 4:20 - Cancel Culture & Keeping a Clear Conscience 7:56 - How to Restore People Who've Fallen 11:22 - Church Hurt: When Leaders Fail You 15:55 - Paul's Nephew Uncovers the Assassination Plot 19:02 - God's Providence in Small "Coincidences" 21:06 - Closing & How to Visit The Healing Place

Why did an angry mob go silent the moment Paul started speaking Hebrew? In the final episode of our student interview series, film school student Hadley asks Pastor Dallas about Acts 22 — Paul's retelling of his Damascus road conversion, why his companions saw the light but never heard the voice, and why Paul argued with God about leaving Jerusalem. This episode wraps our special series where students from THP Students interviewed Pastor Dallas about the passages we studied together, recorded and edited by the students themselves as part of our church Film School program. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome 1:07 - Why the Crowd Went Silent When Paul Spoke Hebrew 4:11 - Paul Retells His Damascus Road Conversion 6:19 - Why Couldn't the Others Hear God's Voice? 9:23 - Paul's Trance in the Temple & God's Warning 11:53 - Why Paul Argued With God About Leaving Jerusalem 14:17 - Closing & How to Visit The Healing Place

Why would the Holy Spirit warn Paul not to go somewhere if that's exactly where God was leading him? In part 3 of our student interview series, film school student Aleesia asks Pastor Dallas about Acts 21 — prophetic warnings, the Nazarite vow, and Paul's arrest and Roman citizenship reveal in Jerusalem. This episode continues our special series where students from THP Students interview Pastor Dallas about the passages we're studying together, recorded and edited by the students themselves as part of our church Film School program. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome 1:10 - Acts 21: Paul Warned Not to Go to Jerusalem 4:22 - Agabus Prophesies With Paul's Belt 5:19 - Meeting With James and the Jerusalem Elders 9:23 - Why Paul Took the Nazarite Vow 15:36 - Paul's Arrest and Roman Citizenship Reveal 21:57 - Closing & How to Visit The Healing Place

Why did Paul travel by land instead of sailing straight to Jerusalem? In part 2 of our student interview series, film school student Farren asks Pastor Dallas about Acts 20, covering ministry stewardship, safety in numbers, and Paul's tearful farewell to the Ephesian elders. This episode continues our special series where students from THP Students interview Pastor Dallas about the passages we're studying together, recorded and edited by the students themselves as part of our church Film School program. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome 1:12 - Acts 20:1-3: Paul Leaves Ephesus for Macedonia 1:50 - Why Paul Avoided Sailing Straight to Jerusalem 4:43 - Acts 20:13-15: The Voyage to Assos and Mitylene 5:28 - Why Paul Walked Instead of Sailing With the Group 6:22 - Acts 20:34-38: Paul's Farewell to the Elders 8:12 - Closing & How to Visit The Healing Place

What happens when you use the name of Jesus without actually knowing Him? In this episode, one of our students, Brayson, flips the format and asks the questions, walking Pastor Dallas through Paul's ministry in Ephesus, the strange story of the sons of Sceva, and the riot that broke out when the gospel started costing people money. We talk about whether there's a time to stop pouring into someone who won't receive it, why imitating faith isn't the same as having it, and how to preach truth even when it disrupts people's lives. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro & the new studio built by our student film school 1:32 – Brayson takes over: introducing Acts 19 2:06 – When do you stop trying to reach someone? (Acts 19:8-10) 6:06 – The Sons of Sceva: what went wrong when they used Jesus's name (Acts 19:11-20) 11:21 – The Ephesus riot: preaching truth even when it's a hindrance (Acts 19:23-27) 16:08 – Closing thoughts & how to reach us

Acts 18 takes Paul to Corinth — where he meets Aquila and Priscilla, preaches to Jews and Gentiles, and stays a year and a half longer than he wanted to. But the real story is what that investment quietly produced: the discipleship of Apollos, one of the most gifted men in the early church. Carlos shares what that looks like today — including a trip to Dubai that changed how he understands what it costs to actually walk with someone. Find us at thpshreveport.com Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro & What's Coming to the Podcast 1:45 – Acts 18: Paul in Corinth, the Tent Maker, and a Year and a Half He Didn't Plan 5:00 – Apollos: Gifted, Eloquent, and Missing Something 6:20 – How Aquila and Priscilla Discipled Apollos (And What That Cost Them) 7:45 – The Fruit You Plant That Someone Else Gets to See 9:50 – Carlos's Story: Being an Apollos at The Healing Place 12:15 – The Dubai Trip: What Discipleship Looks Like When It Gets Real 17:00 – How Being Discipled Changes How You Invest in Others 18:30 – Who Has the Authority to Speak Into Your Life? 19:30 – Practical Discipleship: A Marvel vs. Capcom Game and What It Really Means 21:00 – Closing Thoughts: Pour It Out

Paul and Silas preach in Thessalonica, get run out of town, land in Berea, and Paul ends up alone in Athens, face to face with a city full of idols. The question tying it all together: how do you keep sharing your faith when it keeps costing you something? In this episode, we walk through Acts 17 with Carlos Renfroe — covering the Bereans, Paul's Mars Hill moment, and why your identity in Christ is what keeps you standing when the outcome isn't guaranteed. Join us Sundays at 10 AM | The Healing Place Shreveport | thpshreveport.com Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:49 - Thessalonica: When the Gospel Starts a Riot 4:00 - The Bereans: How to Study the Bible the Right Way 5:48 - Paul in Athens and the Altar to the Unknown God 8:04 - How Do You Keep Going When Sharing Your Faith Gets Hard? 9:41 - Your Identity in Christ Is What Holds You Together 11:54 - The Be-Know-Do Framework and Closing

Why did Paul fight to free Timothy from the law — and then turn around and circumcise him? The answer reveals one of the most practical ministry principles in all of Acts. In this episode, Dallas and Carlos walk through Acts 16 and unpack three movements that still speak directly to how we live today: Timothy's willingness to sacrifice for the sake of the gospel, Lydia's conversion and what it means to run your home and business as an act of worship, and Paul and Silas singing hymns at midnight in a prison cell — right before God shook the walls down. Whether you're navigating tension between your faith and your culture, trying to figure out what it looks like to be a Christian in the workplace, or just need a reminder that God moves in the hard moments — this one is for you. --- TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Intro & The Question: Why Did Paul Circumcise Timothy? 1:20 — Welcome & Recap of Acts 15 2:00 — Acts 16:1–5 | Meet Timothy: Dual Citizen, New Disciple 3:45 — Jewish Law 101: Why This Moment Is Complicated 5:00 — Paul's Strategy: Remove the Roadblocks, Not the Gospel 7:00 — Dallas's Story: The Ponytail, the Calling & What God Asked 10:15 — What Are You Willing to Give Up So the Gospel Has Room to Breathe? 12:00 — Corey's Story: Gauged Ears and a Mission Trip to Cambodia 13:00 — Acts 16:11–15 | Lydia: Seller of Purple 15:00 — How God Opens Hearts — and What Lydia Did With Hers 16:30 — Your Business, Your Home & Your Whole Life as an Act of Worship 18:20 — More Than a Jesus Fish: What Living It Out Actually Looks Like 19:00 — Acts 16:16–40 | The Slave Girl, the Demon & the Arrest 20:30 — A Real Warning About Divination (and Miss Cleo) 21:30 — Paul and Silas: Beaten, Chained & Still Singing 22:00 — The Earthquake, the Jailer & a Sword He Almost Used 23:45 — "What Must I Do to Be Saved?" — The Simplest Answer in Scripture 25:00 — What the Prisoners Heard Before the Miracle Happened 26:30 — A Whole Family Gets Saved: What God Does Through Obedience 27:30 — Final Thoughts: Don't Be Afraid of Sacrifice If It Points to Christ 28:10 — Closing & How to Connect with The Healing Place --- CONNECT WITH US Website: thpshreveport.com Email: [email protected] JOIN US IN PERSON Sundays at 10:00 AM | Wednesdays at 6:30 PM 638 Kingston Road, Shreveport, LA --- The Midweek Move is a weekly Bible study podcast from The Healing Place in Shreveport, Louisiana — examining scripture in context and asking: what is actually happening here?

Can church conflict actually be a good thing? In this week's Midweek Move, we dig into Acts 15 — one of the most defining moments in the early church — where a fight over salvation itself forced the apostles to clarify what the Gospel really is. Carlos Renfroe and Dallas Mora sit down to unpack the Jerusalem Council, explain why Jewish believers were adding circumcision to the requirements for salvation, and explore why cultural identity and spiritual identity are not the same thing. Plus — the moment Paul and Barnabas went separate ways over John Mark, and why that "split" may have been exactly what God intended to double the mission. Timestamps: 0:00 — Intro: Can you add things to salvation? 0:28 — Welcome to the Midweek Move 0:49 — Pastor Scott on sabbath — a word to leaders: take a break 1:21 — Series update: finishing Acts with Carlos Renfroe 1:55 — The early church wasn't conflict-free either 2:49 — What is actually happening in Acts 15? 3:22 — Jews, Gentiles, and a clash of cultural identity 4:10 — Acts 15:1–2 (ESV) — "Unless you are circumcised, you cannot be saved" 4:28 — Why did Jewish believers feel they needed to add the Law to salvation? 6:19 — Faith, comfort, or control? The three reasons we add to the Gospel 7:43 — Circumcision as a marker of covenant identity — going back to Abraham 8:29 — When controlling the gates of heaven means controlling people 9:27 — Is this your faith being challenged, or just your comfort? 10:00 — The youth room story: discomfort vs. spiritual resistance 11:00 — Spiritual complacency is the enemy of growth 12:05 — Acts 15:19–20 — What the Jerusalem Council actually decided 13:09 — What the four restrictions were (and what they weren't) 14:05 — Acts 15:36–38 — Paul and Barnabas plan to revisit the churches 15:01 — The John Mark problem: why Paul said no 15:59 — Is this a church split? What actually happened 16:36 — God used their disagreement to cover more ground, faster 17:40 — Personal example: conflict with a spiritual father doesn't mean it's over 18:29 — Stay on mission — what matters is where your eyes are fixed 19:31 — Closing: Romans 10:9 — what salvation actually requires 20:05 — Connect with The Healing Place | thpshreveport.com | 8957 Kingston Rd, Shreveport, LA

What do you do when opposition turns violent — do you stay or do you go? And once someone comes to faith, what does it actually mean to disciple them? Pastors Scott Ethridge and Dallas Mora walk verse by verse through Acts 14, where Paul and Barnabas face a city divided, a stoning, and a long journey back to strengthen the churches they planted. --- Connect With The Healing Place Website: www.thpshreveport.com  Questions or prayer requests: [email protected]  Midweek Move is the podcast extension of The Healing Place, Shreveport, LA — where we examine the scriptures in context and ask: "What is happening here?" ___ 0:00 — Intro 0:21 — Welcome  1:06 — Acts 14 intro: Paul and Barnabas in Iconium 1:37 — Acts 14:1–3 read aloud; the gospel divides the city 2:46 — Why opposition didn't stop Paul and Barnabas 3:38 — Expecting resistance: ministry with the bigger picture in mind 4:34 — "They stayed there a long time" — what boldness looks like under pressure 5:07 — When smooth execution is not the measure of God's presence 6:29 — The parallel: Jesus interrupted mid-sermon; the Holy Spirit blows it open 8:51 — Acts 14:5–7: when violence becomes premeditated — Paul and Barnabas flee 9:25 — Discernment vs. fear: how do you know when it's time to leave? 10:57 — When it's no longer a conversation — a real-world example 12:09 — Paul and Barnabas don't pull back the message; they take it to the next city 13:35 — Acts 14:8–20: idolatry in Lystra, Paul stoned and left for dead 14:03 — He got up and went back into the city 14:48 — Acts 14:21–28: making disciples, appointing elders, strengthening churches 15:12 — Is the follow-up as important as the initial gospel presentation? 16:01 — What happens when nobody disciples the people who get saved 17:09 — "TikTok Christians" — why discipleship can't be outsourced 17:44 — We may be discipling people who haven't actually been saved yet 18:24 — The difference between a teacher and a spiritual father or mother 20:37 — What discipleship actually looks like: modeled life, not just curriculum 24:19 — "Your ceiling is supposed to be their floor" — how true fathers lead 26:38 — Closing: Acts 15 preview + prayer request invitation

Most people pair apostles with prophets, pastors with teachers. Acts 13 verse 1 puts prophets and teachers in the same room — and uses them together to change the history of the church. Pastor Scott Ethridge and Carlos Renfroe dig into why that combination matters more than we've been taught. --- Connect With The Healing Place Website: www.thpshreveport.com  Questions or prayer requests: [email protected] Midweek Move is the podcast extension of The Healing Place, Shreveport, LA — where we examine the scriptures in context and ask: "What is happening here?" ___ 0:00 — Cold open: "Prophets and teachers together. Really?" 0:21 — Welcome + Acts 13 intro; why this chapter matters 1:12 — Acts 13:1–3 read aloud by Carlos; the unusual pairing of prophets and teachers 2:16 — Breaking down the leaders: Simeon called Niger, Lucius, Manaen (who grew up with Herod), Barnabas, Saul 3:36 — Manaen and Herod: same upbringing, completely different paths 4:05 — "They ministered to the Lord" — not to each other; what that distinction means 4:11 — Why prayer and fasting matters before major decisions 5:14 — Fasting as a denial of the flesh: "giving up something in the physical to receive something in the spiritual" 6:15 — The test that comes with fasting (the pork loin story) 7:40 — How a "no" during a fast becomes a supernatural response 8:01 — The church's posture toward the Holy Spirit's direction 9:07 — Acts 13:4–12: Barnabas and Saul sent out; they arrive at Salamis 9:43 — Sergius Paulus and Bar-Jesus (Elymas): a false prophet trying to block the true gospel 11:02 — Paul filled with the Spirit confronts Elymas — and why his response wasn't from the flesh 12:08 — Paul strikes Elymas blind; the proconsul believes 13:26 — "We never know who is listening" — the lesson from Paul's obedience 13:46 — Acts 13:13–52: preaching to the Jews first, then calling the Gentiles 14:21 — "Shaking the dust" — they're following Jesus, not the Law 14:40 — Persecution producing joy and the Holy Spirit 15:06 — The recurring theme: every attempt to stop the work of God multiplies it 15:50 — A real-world story from Nigeria: a non-believer refuses to denounce Christ after watching believers stand firm 16:36 — How God uses our response in difficulty, not just the difficulty itself 17:12 — Final thought: the Word of God grows and multiplies through what looks like opposition

They prayed all night for Peter. When he showed up at the door, they told the girl she was imagining things. Acts 12 walks through Herod's persecution of the early church, the death of James, Peter's arrest and release, and what the church's response to all of it reveals about where their faith had landed. Pastor Scott Ethridge and Carlos Renfroe break it down verse by verse. Questions or prayer requests: [email protected] Learn More about THP Shreveport: www.thpshreveport.com 00:00 Intro 00:47 Welcome / Acts 11 recap 01:12 What's different about Acts 12 02:03 Reading Acts 12:1-4 02:46 Herod's political calculation 04:13 Why James and not Peter? 05:53 James: First of the Twelve martyred 07:14 How persecution fueled the church 08:31 Peter's release 09:20 Prayer and church maturity 10:17 Rhoda at the door 17:43 Praying earnestly 18:03 Acts 12:24 — the Word grew and multiplied 19:16 Close / Acts 13 preview

What happens when God opens a door you didn't want — and your community pushes back? In Acts 11, Peter returns to Jerusalem and immediately faces criticism — not for what God did, but for where Peter was when He did it. The tension between religious tradition and a fresh move of God is as real today as it was then. This week on Midweek Move, we dig into what it actually looks like to recognize God's hand in something unexpected — and what it costs to say yes. Ask yourself this week: Is there a door God has opened that you've been hesitant to walk through? How do you know when something is truly from God — and not just your own desire? 📖 Acts Line-by-Line Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRTXTb-ULMZrO-r2psoaDN7Zx7FQkZ_98  🌐 www.thpshreveport.com Questions or prayer requests? [email protected] Sundays 10:00 AM | Wednesdays 6:30 PM 📍 8957 Kingston Road, Shreveport, LA Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:22 Why Following God Gets Uncomfortable 3:43 Acts 11 — When the Church Pushed Back on Peter 7:33 What Do You Do When You Hit a Threshold? 10:02 How Peter Defended What God Did 12:08 If God Is In It, Don't Fight It 14:11 The Humble Response That Changes Everything 16:35 When the Prophetic Becomes Practical 17:31 Closing — Natural Meets Supernatural

Have you ever felt like your background, your past, or your social status might limit your access to God’s presence or favor? In this episode, we dive into Acts 10 to explore how Peter’s encounter with Cornelius reveals God’s radical lack of partiality and what that means for your identity in Christ today. Our original discussion on the book of Acts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRTXTb-ULMZrO-r2psoaDN7Zx7FQkZ_98  Best Bible Translation: https://youtu.be/EcqNQE0MC7c How to pick a good Study Bible: https://youtu.be/_QNrjbiAYfM  More Bible discussions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRTXTb-ULMZoT6IBeyHQ6zNL01gVX38sR    Questions or Prayer Requests? Email us at [email protected]  Learn more about The Healing Place at www.thpshreveport.com Check out the THP Youtube Channel:  ⁨@THPMediaProductions⁩   Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: Why Acts 10 Matters Today   01:56 – Analyzing the Players: Who was Cornelius?   03:16 – The History of the "Cornelius" Name and Roman Liberation   04:37 – Seeking the One True God: The Character of a Devout Man   05:19 – Why the Details Matter: Simon the Tanner and Biblical Accuracy   07:14 – Peter’s Vision and the Arrival at Caesarea   07:55 – "I Too Am a Man": Peter’s Rejection of Worship   09:34 – Breaking Jewish Law: The Significance of the Gentile Visit   11:18 – Neither Common Nor Unclean: A Liberating Revelation   12:47 – God Shows No Partiality: The Core Message of Acts 10   15:30 – The Holy Spirit Falls on the Gentiles   17:42 – Final Takeaways: Looking at Others Through the Lens of Grace   21:02 – Practical Application: Stepping Out of Your Social Norms   23:16 – Closing and Invitation to The Healing Place    

How can you develop the wisdom and compassion needed to reach someone you are genuinely afraid of? This episode of Midweek Move explores the story of Ananias and Saul to reveal how spiritual maturity allows us to see transformation where others only see a threat. Questions or Prayer Requests? Email us at [email protected]  Learn more about The Healing Place at www.thpshreveport.com Check out the THP Youtube Channel:  @THPMediaProductions   Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:42 – The truth about Saul’s name change. 03:01 – Saul’s history and the stoning of Stephen. 04:09 – The Damascus road experience and the blinded zealot. 05:11 – Ananias: Overcoming flesh and trauma to obey God. 06:33 – Spiritual discernment vs. cultural misconceptions. 09:38 – How to develop compassion for people who caused you pain. 12:39 – Why your heart must be right before seeking reconciliation. 14:14 – Why did the disciples in Jerusalem still reject Saul? 16:15 – The difference between spiritual "parents" and "siblings". 19:15 – Knowing when you aren't mature enough to handle a situation.  20:54 – Peter and James: Seeing your own redemption in others.

What does effective ministry actually look like? Join us as we take a look at Acts 8 and look at the ministry of Phillip. Learn more about The Healing Place at www.thpshreveport.com Need prayer? Have questions? Email us at [email protected] Check out. The Healing Place's YouTube Channel:  @THPMediaProductions   Timestamps: 00:00 – Defining Effective Ministry 03:39 – Philip’s Ministry in Acts 8 04:52 – Signs and Wonders in Ministry 06:21 – Cultural Context of Ministry 09:20 – Fruit of the Spirit: Joy 10:40 – Truth vs. Demonstration 11:50 – Ministry to the Ethiopian Eunuch 13:55 – How to Hear the Holy Spirit 15:30 – Taking Steps of Faith 20:05 – Biblical Meaning of Preaching

Many believers are questioning why modern church structures often mirror corporate business models instead of the spiritual qualifications found in the early church. In this episode, Pastors Scott and Dallas may have an answer as they explain why the goal of the church is to raise up "men and women of God" whose leadership is simply an overflow of their life as a disciple. Learn more about The Healing Place at www.thpshreveport.com Need prayer? Have questions? Email us at [email protected] Check out. The Healing Place's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@THPMediaProductions  Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:26 - Shifting Focus to Acts 7: The Story of Stephen 02:14 - Biblical Leadership: Defining Elders and Deacons 03:00 - Church Leadership vs. Business Principles 04:22 - Roles in the Modern Church: Trustees and "Firewalls" 05:24 - Building a Healthy, Collaborative Elder Board 07:14 - Qualifications: Spiritual Integrity vs. Worldly Gifting 08:45 - The Responsibility of Leadership to Appoint Wisely 12:28 - Leading Through Disagreement and Shared Mission 13:43 - Filtering Worldly Advice Through the Holy Spirit 16:38 - Why Stephen Gave a History Lesson in His Defense 19:41 - Conviction vs. Anger: Being "Cut to the Heart" 21:40 - Identifying a Prideful or Argumentative Spirit 22:37 - The Enemy’s Hatred for Every Follower of Jesus 23:36 - Raising Up Disciples Instead of Just "Leaders" 25:31 - Remembering Jesus as the Head of the Body 25:59 - Closing & Local Invitation

What are the responsibilities of BIBLICAL leadership? Join us as pastors Scott and Dallas walk through Acts 6 to see what the scriptures lay out!

Have you ever wondered how to spot when you are doing spiritual things like giving or praying just for the applause of others? In this episode of the Midweek Move, Pastor Scott Etheridge helps us examine the tragic Acts 5 story of Ananias and Sapphira to uncover how to drop our fake spiritual masks and build a culture of genuine honesty with God. Timestamps:  00:00 – Introduction and recap of Acts 4 01:03 – The context of generosity in the early church 01:59 – Reading Acts 5:1-11: The story of Ananias and Sapphira 03:08 – Understanding the "Perfect Christian Mask" 04:18 – Why God prioritizes the heart over actions 05:43 – How to spot when we are seeking human applause 06:45 – Building a culture of honesty and vulnerability 08:56 – Rejoicing in suffering: The Apostles' counterintuitive response 09:40 – Shifting perspective during hardship and opposition 11:51 – Favor and blessing vs. going through hard things 13:51 – The prize of Jesus vs. the fruit of our actions 15:50 – The importance of mentors and community 17:38 – Closing and invitation to The Healing Place

When life gets difficult, our natural instinct is usually to ask God for an easier path or a quick exit, but the early church in Acts 4 did the exact opposite. If you have ever wondered what true, everyday boldness looks like without just being a jerk, this conversation answers exactly how to shift your mindset and live it out. 00:00 – Intro: Praying for boldness instead of safety 00:22 – Welcome to the Midweek Move 01:00 – From Acts 3 to Acts 4: The continuing narrative of the early church 02:10 – The first major roadblock: Peter and John’s arrest 03:32 – Why the community prayed for boldness over protection 04:26 – Shifting your mindset when things get difficult 05:25 – The source of boldness: Eyewitnesses of the Resurrection 07:22 – What boldness actually looks like (and why it isn't "being a jerk") 09:00 – Boldness as action: Healing, witnessing, and obedience 11:35 – Operating under the authority of Jesus vs. yourself 13:11 – Radical unity: Understanding the community in Acts 4 14:22 – Cultivating generosity without forced obligation 15:58 – The ongoing need to be filled with the Holy Spirit 18:21 – Discernment in giving: Love, trust, and boundaries 19:41 – Looking ahead: The tragedy of Acts chapter 5 21:27 – Closing thoughts and invitation to join us in Shreveport

How should Christians meet the needs of those they encounter? Join us as Dallas takes a look at the example in Acts 3, where Peter and John meet the lame man at the gate called Beautiful. Check out our original line-by-line conversation on the book of Acts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRTXTb-ULMZrO-r2psoaDN7Zx7FQkZ_98  Connect with us! Email: [email protected] Website: www.THPshreveport.com Address: 8957 Kingston Road, Shreveport, Louisiana Service Times: Sunday at 10:00 AM, Wednesday at 6:30 PM Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome to the Podcast 00:42 - A Different Setup: Remembering David Pierce 04:09 - Diving into Acts Chapter 3 05:29 - The Beggar at the Gate Beautiful 07:27 - Peter and John's Response: "Look at us" 08:48 - Looking Past the Surface to See the Deeper Need 10:44 - Application: Looking Deeper in Your Everyday Life  12:45 - How to Be Prepared: Prayer, Scripture, and Community 16:23 - Final Encouragement and Takeaways 17:08 - Outro & The Healing Place Church Information

Are you wondering if the "power" of the Holy Spirit is limited to miraculous signs and wonders? This episode explores how the true result of Pentecost wasn't just the gift of unknown languages, but also the supernatural courage to share your faith and live in a radical, supportive community. Check out our original Line by Line conversation on the book of Acts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRTXTb-ULMZrO-r2psoaDN7Zx7FQkZ_98   Connect with us! Email: [email protected] Website: www.THPshreveport.com Address: 8957 Kingston Road, Shreveport, Louisiana Service Times: Sunday at 10:00 AM, Wednesday at 6:30 PM Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Was Pentecost all about fire and wonderful signs? 01:19 – A summary of the miraculous events and Peter’s sermon in Acts 2. 02:06 – Is Pentecost about more than just signs and wonders? 03:13 – The true purpose of "waiting": Receiving power to be witnesses. 03:43 – Redemption of Babel: How the gift of tongues restored what pride destroyed. 05:04 – Beyond the miracle: Why the power to present the Gospel is the real focus. 07:11 – The transformation of Peter from a man in hiding to a bold preacher. 08:31 – Addressing the "pendulum swing" and the focus on baptism in the Holy Spirit. 10:08 – Why the Holy Spirit and His gifts remain unchanged by human distortion. 13:45 – Taking personal responsibility for faith in the power of the Spirit. 14:12 – The supernatural nature of practical community and shared living. 16:18 – The most underappreciated words of Acts 2: Gladness and Simplicity. 18:40 – Final thoughts: It is the Spirit, not our eloquence, that draws people to Jesus. 21:48 – How to connect with The Healing Place in Shreveport

In this episode, we return to the book of Acts to explore how God uses the "waiting room" of our lives to prepare us for the supernatural. We dive into Acts chapter 1, examining the transition from Jesus’ ascension to the disciples’ first major administrative decision: replacing Judas. Learn how to find divine purpose in your daily to-do list and understand why the most practical moves are often the most prophetic. Check out our original Line by Line conversation on the book of Acts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRTXTb-ULMZrO-r2psoaDN7Zx7FQkZ_98  Connect with us! Email: [email protected] Website: www.THPshreveport.com Address: 8957 Kingston Road, Shreveport, Louisiana Service Times: Sunday at 10:00 AM, Wednesday at 6:30 PM Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to the book of Acts and the Midweek Move podcast 03:40 - Context of Acts: Luke’s detail-oriented writing and the command to wait 06:51 - Peter’s leadership and the scriptural necessity to replace Judas 08:32 - Question: How do we start seeing the to-do lists of our lives as being spiritual? 09:12 - Fulfilling prophecy: How the disciples’ meeting was actually foretold in Psalms 11:46 - Application: How everyday natural decisions take on supernatural meaning 14:53 - Question: How do we identify the specific things in our lives that need to get done to reach the next threshold? 19:11 - The weight of decisions: Discernment and the "knowing" of God’s voice 21:46 - The choosing of Matthias: Prayer, casting lots, and Jesus as the common denominator 25:35 - Closing and how to connect with The Healing Place

This week on Midweek Move, Dallas looks at key factors to consider when choosing a study Bible, breaking down the differences between devotional, archaeological, and commentary-focused editions. We take a look at essential features such as author background, historical context, and themes to help you select a resource that bridges the gap between the scripture's original audience and its modern application. Best resource for studying the Gospels: https://youtu.be/sWB9eoCyPfI   Best Bible Translation: https://youtu.be/EcqNQE0MC7c     Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Purpose of a Study Bible 01:03 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Scriptural Study 01:48 Comparing Standard Bibles and Specialized Study Tools 02:24 Categorizing Study Bibles: Archeology, Devotional, and Themed 03:25 Identifying Essential Features: Author, Date, and Theme 04:48 Evaluating Historical Context and Original Purpose 05:44 Distinguishing Inspired Scripture from Human Commentary 06:37 Utilizing Articles and Scholarly Nuance for Understanding 08:25 Conclusion: Resource Recommendations and Community Prayer Connect with us! Email: [email protected] Website: www.THPshreveport.com Address: 8957 Kingston Road, Shreveport, Louisiana Service Times: Sunday at 10:00 AM, Wednesday at 6:30 PM

In this special "interlude" episode of the Midweek Move, Dallas shares a quick but powerful recommendation for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the Gospels found in New Testament. If you have ever felt confused trying to connect the dots between Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, this episode is for you. Dallas introduces a specific tool that helps believers read the four Gospels not as separate, conflicting accounts, but as one seamless, 3D narrative of the life of Jesus. Topics Covered: -The Challenge of the Synoptic Gospels: Why reading four different perspectives can sometimes be confusing for new believers.  - The Solution: Introduction to "A Harmony of the Gospels"—a resource that lays out the Gospels side-by-side.  - Chronological Clarity: How this tool resolves apparent contradictions by showing the correct timeline of events.  - A "3D" Jesus: Moving beyond a flat character study to seeing the complex personality of our Savior through four distinct lenses (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John).  Resources Mentioned: A Harmony of the Gospels (Available in NASB, NIV, CSB, and other translations).  Connect with The Healing Place: This podcast is an extension of The Healing Place in Shreveport, Louisiana. We are a real-life church that meets every Sunday at 10:00 AM and Wednesdays at 6:30 PM CST.  Website: thpshreveport.com  Need Prayer or Have Questions? Email us at [email protected]  Join the Conversation: What is your favorite resource for studying the scriptures outside of the Bible? Let us know in the comments! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - Understanding the "Synoptic" Gospels (one story, four perspectives)  01:40 - A funny story about misunderstanding the Gospels  02:42 - The #1 Tool Recommendation: A Harmony of the Gospels  03:34 - Benefit #1: Gaining chronological clarity  04:19 - Benefit #2: Seeing a "3D" version of Jesus through side-by-side comparison  06:25 - Outro

Join Dallas and Carlos as they conclude their study of the Gospel of Mark by exploring the "longer ending" of chapter 16. In this episode, they tackle the textual theories surrounding these verses, the historical reliability of the New Testament, and the profound commission Jesus gave His followers before His ascension. From the disbelief of the disciples to the miraculous signs that followed the early church, this discussion highlights the authority of Christ and the call to take the Gospel to all creation. Listen as we discuss: The textual history of Mark 16 and why the New Testament remains the most reliable ancient document in existence. The appearances of Jesus to Mary Magdalene and the two travelers, noting the disciples' initial struggle with unbelief. The "spiritual scatterbrain" and chaos the disciples felt in the days following the crucifixion. Jesus’ rebuke of the Eleven for their hardness of heart and His subsequent command to preach the Gospel to the whole world. The spiritual significance of baptism as an outward proclamation of an internal immersion in Christ. Understanding "signs" like healing and protection as miracles that follow believers rather than commands to be forced. The theological importance of the Ascension and Jesus sitting at the "right hand of God" as a position of ultimate authority and intercession. ========== 🎙️ The Healing Place Church | Midweek Move Podcast The Midweek Move is a Bible Study podcast extension of The Healing Place, a church based in Shreveport, Louisiana. We seek to study scripture line-by-line, verse-by-verse, and ask ourselves what is happening here today. ========== Connect with The Healing Place: Website: www.thpshreveport.com Email Questions: [email protected] YouTube Comments: Leave a comment in the comment section (We ask you guys to be respectful and kind towards each other as we walk through these scriptures together). Please subscribe to the YouTube channel so you don't miss a single episode! You can also subscribe to the audio-only podcast here: https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/le2Nvoi8qTK2 ⏳ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro: Theories on the original manuscripts of Mark  01:59 - The Reliability of the New Testament as an ancient document  02:52 - Understanding scribal liturgy and manuscript copying  05:55 - Discussion: Consistency of Mark Chapter 16 verse 9 through 20 with the rest of Scripture  07:04 - Reading Mark chapter 16 verse 9 through 11: Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene  09:50 - Discussion: Why Mary Magdalene was an "unlikely" first witness  10:18 - Reading Mark chapter 16 Verses 12 and 13: The appearance to two disciples on the road  11:27 - The chaos of the Resurrection: "Spiritual scatterbrain" and the rumor mill  13:27 - Reading Mark Chapter 16 verse 14: Jesus rebukes the Eleven for their unbelief  14:53 - God’s Grace: Showing up for us despite our slowness to believe  16:11 - Reading Mark Chapter 16, verses 15 and 16: The Great Commission and Baptism  17:05 - Discussion: Baptism as an action of faith and immersion in Christ  19:10 - Personal Testimony: Believer's baptism and understanding sin  21:54 - Reading Mark chapter 16 verse 17 and 18: Signs following those who believe  23:54 - Miracles vs. Commands: Understanding spiritual authority  24:45 - Reading Mark Chapter 16 Verses 19-20: The Ascension and the Right Hand of God  25:17 - The High Priest: Jesus as our Advocate and ultimate authority

The Power of the Resurrection (Mark chapter 16 verses 1 through 8)  Join Dallas and Carlos as they dive into the opening verses of Mark 16 to discuss the most significant event in history. They examine the devotion of the women who arrived at the tomb, the cultural weight of the Sabbath laws, and the profound implications of the empty tomb for every believer. This episode highlights the call for men to step into spiritual leadership and the beautiful grace shown in Peter's restoration. Listen as we discuss: - The faithfulness of Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome as they prepared to honor Jesus despite their grief. - A challenge to men to reject passivity and embrace the responsibilities God has given them in the home and the church. - The role of discipline and doing what is right, even when it is not immediately rewarding or convenient. - The theological necessity of the resurrection: proving Jesus is exactly who He said He was. - How the resurrection provides "newness of life," allowing the old self to die so we can rise as new creations. - The specific mention of Peter by the messenger signals God’s heart to restore those who have turned away. - The historical authenticity of using women as the first witnesses in an ancient culture which adds credibility to the Gospel account. ==========  🎙️ The Healing Place Church | Midweek Move Podcast The Midweek Move is a Bible Study podcast extension of The Healing Place, a church based in Shreveport, Louisiana. We seek to study scripture line-by-line, verse-by-verse, and ask ourselves what is happening here today. ========== Connect with The Healing Place: Website: www.thpshreveport.com  Email Questions: [email protected] YouTube Comments: Leave a comment in the comment section (We ask you guys to be respectful and kind towards each other as we walk through these scriptures together). Please subscribe to the YouTube channel so you don't miss a single episode! You can also subscribe to the Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@midweekmove  ========== ⏳ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 01:17 - Discussion: Reflections on Mark as the shortest Gospel 02:03 - Reading Mark chapter 16 verses 1 through 2: The women bring spices to the tomb 03:03 - Discussion: The time constraints of the Sabbath and Passover 05:21 - Honoring Jesus: Serving the Lord with what you understand 07:25 - Reading Mark chapter 16 verse 3: Who will roll away the stone? 08:54 - Discussion: Where are the men? A call to action 10:15 - Embracing responsibility: Rejecting passivity in leadership 15:50 - Reading Mark chapter 16, verses 4 through 5: Entering the tomb and seeing the messenger 17:43 - Reading Mark chapter 16 verse 6: The proclamation that "He is risen." 19:01 - Discussion: The reality of being startled by the supernatural 21:16 - The divinity of Christ: Why the resurrection is the foundation of faith 23:00 - Access to new life: Associating with the resurrection 24:17 - Reading Mark chapter 16 verses 7 through 8: "Tell the disciples and Peter." 25:20 - Discussion: Historical authenticity and the significance of female witnesses 26:51 - The restoration of Peter: God's perspective on our failures

The Courage to Bury Jesus (Mark chapter 15 verses 42 through 47) Join Dallas and Carlos as they discuss the final moments surrounding Jesus’s burial, focusing on Joseph of Arimathea's actions. They examine the strict Jewish preparations for the Sabbath and the critical importance of the Roman government's verification of Jesus’s death. This episode highlights the courage of Joseph, a respected council member, who risked his standing to give Jesus a respectful burial, and the significance of the women who witnessed where he was laid. Listen as we discuss: -The preparation day before the Sabbath and the Jewish seriousness about not working. -Joseph of Arimathea's courageous act of asking Pilate for Jesus's body, risking political fallout from the Sanhedrin. -Pilate's surprise and the Roman verification of Jesus's death by the centurion, establishing the death's validity. -The theological importance of Rome verifying the death, adding weight to the gospel claim that Jesus died and rose again. -The parallel between Jesus's humble birth (wrapped in swaddling clothes/manger) and his burial in a borrowed tomb. -The spiritual impact of doing what God calls you to do, even when the fruit isn't immediately visible. -The role of Mary Magdalene and Mary, who followed the process and saw where Jesus was laid, providing verifiable eyewitness data. ========== 🎙️ The Healing Place Church | Midweek Move Podcast The Midweek Move is a Bible Study podcast extension of The Healing Place, a church based in Shreveport, Louisiana. We seek to study scripture line-by-line, verse-by-verse, and ask ourselves what is happening here today. ========== Connect with The Healing Place: Website: www.thpshreveport.com Email Questions: [email protected] You can also subscribe to the Video Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@midweekmove  ========== ⏳ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Reading Mark chapter 15 verse 42: The preparation day (day before the Sabbath)  02:05 - Discussion: Jewish seriousness about preparation for the Sabbath 04:38 - Display of Roman power (Crucifixion)  08:09 - Reading Mark chapter 15 verse 43: Joseph of Arimathea asks Pilate for the body  08:46 - Discussion: Joseph's courage and political risk in asking for the body  10:20 - Understanding Joseph's risk from fellow Jews on the council  10:58 - Reading Mark chapter 15, verses 44 through 45: Pilate is surprised Jesus died and verifies it with the centurion  11:58 - Discussion: Roman verification gives validity to the death (like a death certificate)  12:48 - The importance of verification to validate the claim that Jesus died and rose again  14:02 - Reading Mark chapter 15 verse 46: Joseph wraps Jesus in linen and lays him in a rock-cut tomb  14:54 - Discussion: The consistency in God's story: Jesus laid in a borrowed place in life and death  15:55 - The counter-cultural act of Council members burying a criminal in a family plot  17:04 - Encouragement: Take courage; spiritual fruit can appear later (Joseph's example)  18:02 - Reading Mark chapter 15 verse 47: Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joseph saw where he was laid  19:07 - Mark's inclusion of eyewitness data provides proof text and ties up loose ends

Midweek Move: Jesus's Death and Direct Access to God (Mark 15:33-41) Join Dallas and Carlos Renfroe as they dive into the final, dark moments of Jesus’s life. We examine the supernatural darkness, Jesus's cry of separation, the prophetic tearing of the Temple Curtain, and the faith of the Centurion who became the first Gentile convert. We also offer practical advice for trusting God when facing your own dark seasons of suffering. Listen as we discuss: The supernatural three hours of darkness over the whole land and the agony of the crucifixion process. Why Jesus cried out, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" as He bore the sin of the world. Practical ways to rely on "stones of remembrance" and God's promises during difficult times. The profound significance of the Temple Curtain tearing, granting direct access to the Father through Christ. The Roman Centurion's declaration ("Truly this man was the Son of God") and encouragement for praying for unlikely converts. The role of Mary Magdalene, Mary, and Salome as faithful witnesses who stayed when the other disciples fled.   ========== 🎙️ The Healing Place Church | Midweek Move Podcast The Midweek Move is a Bible Study podcast extension of The Healing Place, a church based in Shreveport, Louisiana. We seek to study scripture line-by-line, verse-by-verse, and ask ourselves what is happening here today. ========== Connect with The Healing Place: Website: www.thpshreveport.com Email Questions: [email protected] THP's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thpmediaproductions Midweek Move YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@midweekmove  ========== ⏳ Timecodes: 0:00 - Introduction 0:25 - Welcome to the Midweek Move Podcast 2:44 - Mark 15 verse 33 Darkness Over the Land (Sixth Hour to Ninth Hour) 3:58 - Discussion: The difference between Crucifixion and Death (lasting for days) 4:50 - Jesus's physical and mental state during the six hours on the cross 6:07 - Why Jesus refused the pain-dulling wine mixed with myrrh (maintaining full consciousness)  7:46 - Mark 15 verse 34: Jesus's Cry: "My God, why have you forsaken me?" (Fulfillment of Psalm 22) 8:40 - The agony of separation: Jesus bore our sin 10:20 - Practical advice: How to trust God during suffering and dark seasons 11:56 - Discussion: Using a physical Bible and journaling as "stones of remembrance" 15:19 - Mark 15 verse 35: Bystanders mock, thinking Jesus is calling Elijah 16:16 - Discussion: What victory looked like for Jesus (being obedient to death) 17:55 - Mark 15 verse 37: Jesus breathes His last breath ("It is finished") 19:15 - Jesus's final moments demonstrate consciousness and clarity 20:19 - Mark 15 verse 38: The Curtain of the Temple was torn in two 21:20 - Significance: Direct access to the Father through Christ, the High Priest 23:47 - Mark 15 verse 39: The Centurion's Confession: "Truly this man was the Son of God" 25:55 - Advice for praying for "unlikely converts" in your life 28:14 - Encouragement: Hope can come out of the darkest moments of history 28:57 - Mark 15 verse 40-41: The Faithful Women at the Cross (Mary Magdalene, Mary, Salome) 29:43 - The role and establishment of faithful women in the early church 30:20 - Note: Only John and the three women were present for the death 31:44 - Conclusion and Outro

Midweek Move: Jesus Mocked & Crucified (Mark 15:16-32) Join Dallas and Carlos Renfroe as they continue their line-by-line, verse-by-verse study of Mark 15. This week, we examine the brutal mockery and torture Jesus endured at the hands of the soldiers and the profound, prophetic details of His crucifixion. We also tackle tough questions on biblical contradictions, the powerful story of Simon of Cyrene, and the deeper meaning of Christ's ultimate sacrifice. In This Episode: * The Mockery: The brutal flogging, the painful purple cloak, and the crown of thorns used by the Roman soldiers to humiliate Jesus (Mark 15:16-20). * Spiritual Authority: Profound advice for believers on standing for Christ even when spiritual leaders fail and submit to the world. * Simon of Cyrene: The compelling story of the man forced to carry the cross and the impact on his sons, Alexander and Rufus. * Parenting Faith: A discussion on how a parent's faith and encounters with Christ can impact the lives of their children. * Discrepancy Explained: Clearing up perceived biblical "contradictions" regarding the site of the crucifixion (Golgotha vs. Calvary) and the timing (Third Hour vs. Sixth Hour). * The Refusal: Why Jesus refused the pain-dulling wine mixed with myrrh. * Prophetic Fulfillment: How the soldiers casting lots for His garments fulfilled ancient prophecy (Psalm 22). * The Sacrifice: Understanding that Christ's death was done on our behalf before we had the chance to ask for forgiveness, highlighting the true nature of God's love. --- 🎙️ The Healing Place Church | Midweek Move Podcast The Midweek Move is a Bible Study podcast extension of The Healing Place, a church based in Shreveport, Louisiana. We seek to study scripture line-by-line, verse-by-verse, and apply it to our lives today. Connect with The Healing Place: * Website: www.thpshreveport.com * Email Questions: [email protected] * Midweek Move YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@midweekmove  * The Healing Place YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/thpmediaproductions  --- ⏳ Timecodes: * 0:00 - Introduction * 0:26 - Welcome to the Midweek Move Podcast * 2:45 - Mark 15:16-20: Jesus is Mocked by Soldiers * 3:19 - Description of the brutal flogging and the painful purple cloak * 6:17 - Discussion: Standing for Christ when leaders fail * 9:30 - Mark 15:21: Simon of Cyrene Carries the Cross * 11:40 - Discussion: Parenting advice for raising children in faith * 15:22 - Mark 15:22-23: Golgotha and Jesus's refusal of wine mixed with myrrh * 15:53 - Discrepancy explained: Golgotha vs. Calvary * 23:00 - Mark 15:24: Casting lots for garments (Prophetic Fulfillment) * 24:06 - Mark 15:25: The timing of the crucifixion (Third Hour vs. Sixth Hour) * 30:11 - Mark 15:29-32: The Mockery Continues * 35:00 - The deeper meaning of Christ's sacrifice

Dive into Mark chapter 15 as we examine the critical final stage of Jesus' trial—His encounter with the Roman authority, Pilate. Discover the insidious strategy of the religious leaders who weaponized Rome's political fears by framing Jesus as a threat of treason, not blasphemy. We analyze Pilate's dilemma amid public pressure and his desperate attempt to release Jesus by offering the choice between the Messiah and the notorious insurrectionist Barabbas. This conversation uncovers the shocking reality of Jesus' silence before His accusers, how this fulfilled ancient prophecy, and the horrific cost of the Roman scourging before His crucifixion. Timestamps: 00:00 intro 01:40 The Final Stage: Jesus Handed to Roman Leadership  02:15 Scripture Reading: Mark 15:1-2 (Before Pilate)  03:17 Understanding the Treason Charge Against Rome  05:29 Scripture Reading: Mark 15:3-5 (Jesus' Silence)  05:41 The Prophecy of Silence (Isaiah 53:7)  09:01 Scripture Reading: Mark 15:6-8 (The Barabbas Tradition)  10:29 Pilate Perceives the Schemes and Envy  11:27 Pilate's Dilemma: Releasing the Guilty in Place of the Innocent  13:17 Scripture Reading: Mark 15:11-12 (Crowd Chooses Barabbas)  14:59 Scripture Reading: Mark 15:13-15 (Crucify Him! The Scourging)  17:30 How Christians Should Respond to Ungodly Worldly Pressure

Mark 14:53-72 — What really happened when Jesus stood before the Sanhedrin, and why did His words trigger an immediate death sentence? In this episode, we break down the chaos inside the council chamber, the meaning of Jesus’ declaration “I am,” and Peter’s painful denial outside in the courtyard. Jesus’ trial is the start of the most painful moments of Jesus' life. Today, we examine how the Sanhedrin twisted His words, why His silence mattered, and how His final response was an unmistakable claim to divine authority. We also follow Peter’s emotional collapse—what drove him to deny Jesus, and what this moment still teaches us about failure, fear, and restoration. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:01 – Why Mark 14 is so dense (and why slow study matters) 03:29 – Setting the scene: cold night, chaos, fear, and fatigue 05:15 – Peter follows Jesus into danger 06:02 – What Peter may have been thinking in the courtyard 08:17 – False witnesses and twisted testimony 10:23 – When people twist your words—how should Christians respond? 14:52 – Caiaphas confronts Jesus directly 15:37 – Why Jesus finally says “I am” 18:06 – The Sanhedrin’s explosive reaction 19:03 – Mocking, spitting, beating, and what those actions meant culturally 22:11 – The brutality and chaos of the moment 24:54 – Peter’s three denials begin 26:37 – Emotional collapse and the weight of guilt 27:21 – The warning and the hope in Peter’s failure 29:31 – How God restores those who fall 📘 Join the Midweek Move Study We walk line-by-line through Scripture to help you grow in biblical understanding and spiritual maturity. Dive into the full Book of Mark playlist and study with us each week. 🔗 Links & Resources Website: THPShreveport.com Podcast & Media Hub: [email protected]  THP's Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/thpmediaproductions If you have questions or need prayer, reach out anytime. We’re here for you.

Mark 14:43-52 shows an interesting view of Judas. While it labels him the betrayer, it still has language that suggests a level of compassion for the very man who handed Jesus over to his death. Is it possible to have compassion for Judas? What does this mean for how we perceive those who have betrayed us personally? Join us as Carlos and Dallas break down this passage together.

In Mark 14, Jesus and his disciples go to the Mount of Olives to pray. Here, Jesus shares his burdens with 3 of his closest disciples and then goes on to pray a heartbreaking yet awe-inspiring prayer. What happened here, and what can we learn from this moment? Join us as Carlos and Dallas dig through Mark 14:26-42 together. 00:00 – Introduction and recap of last week’s episode (Communion and reflection) 01:22 – Making Scripture personal and immersive 02:06 – Preparing for the heavy but hopeful journey ahead Mark 14:26–28 – Jesus and the Mount of Olives 02:33 – Reading Mark 14:26–28 02:55 – Setting the scene: the late-night walk to Gethsemane 04:07 – What hymn were they singing? (Psalms as worship) Mark 14:27–29 – “You will all fall away” 04:59 – Reading Mark 14:27–29 05:16 – Jesus references Zechariah 13:7 06:05 – How the disciples must have felt hearing they would fall away 07:32 – The hope in Jesus’ words despite the warning 08:28 – Lessons about control, faith, and God’s plan in hardship Mark 14:30–31 – Peter’s Declaration 11:04 – Reading Mark 14:30–31 11:23 – Peter insists, “I will not deny you” 12:01 – Responding to failure and restoration after falling short 13:12 – Helping others move past spiritual failure Mark 14:32–34 – Jesus’ Sorrow in Gethsemane 15:29 – Reading Mark 14:32–34 16:17 – Why Jesus only brought Peter, James, and John 17:17 – Leadership, trust, and knowing who to bring close 19:39 – Lessons for ministry leadership and accountability Mark 14:35–36 – “Not My Will, But Yours” 21:33 – Reading Mark 14:35–36 22:23 – The agony of submission and the meaning of “Abba, Father” 23:41 – Choosing obedience in suffering 24:05 – Developing faith to do the hard things 27:09 – The ripple effect of obedience and purpose in pain Mark 14:37–38 – Watch and Pray 28:07 – Reading Mark 14:37–38 28:26 – Jesus finds the disciples asleep 29:19 – How prayer helps us resist temptation 30:24 – Jesus’ compassion even in disappointment Mark 14:39–42 – The Betrayal Approaches 31:42 – Reading Mark 14:39–42 32:27 – The disciples’ weakness vs. Jesus’ strength 33:09 – Encouragement for the persecuted early church 34:26 – Grace for our human failures Closing 35:12 – Final thoughts: grace, restoration, and hope 35:33 – Invitation to connect and visit The Healing Place ( www.thpshreveport.com )

What really happened at the Last Supper? What is the point of modern-day Christians taking communion / the Eucharist? Join us as Carlos and Dallas sit down to discuss Mark 14:12-25 together.

This week on Midweek Move, Carlos and Dallas dive into the fascinating contrast between two people, one who blessed Jesus and one who betrayed Him. Through Mark 14:1-11, they explore what true humility looks like, why Mary's act of worship mattered, and how we can guard our hearts from pride and spiritual hardening.

In Mark 13, Jesus discusses times of tribulation, the coming of the son of man, and other end-times ideas. Can we predict when the rapture will happen using this? Join us as Carlos and Dallas sit down to discuss Mark 13:14-37

Jesus begins to reveal what’s coming at the end of the age. In Mark 13:1–13, He speaks of the destruction of the Temple, deception in the last days, and the call to endure. Dallas and Carlos unpack what these verses meant to the first disciples—and what they mean for us today.

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  

In this episode of Midweek Move, Dallas and Carlos walk through Mark 12:28–34 and talk about the greatest commandment. Jesus makes it simple: love God with all your heart, and love your neighbor as yourself. We look at what this meant for the people listening to Jesus in the first century, how it connects to the Old Testament, and why it still matters for us today. Whether you’re new to reading the Bible or have studied for years, this conversation will help you see the passage in a new way and think through what it looks like to live it out. Join us as we go line by line, keeping it practical, biblical, and real. Time Stamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:12 – Context: where we are in the book of Mark 02:14 – The Gospels and why Mark is unique 03:12 – The scribe’s honest question 04:19 – Why the greatest commandment mattered in Judaism 05:01 – Jesus’ answer: Love God with everything 06:07 – What it means to make God first 07:15 – Loving God above family, career, and everything else 08:22 – How God fills in the gaps in our relationships 09:13 – The second commandment: love your neighbor as yourself 10:12 – Loving others as an outgrowth of loving God 11:09 – What love really looks like 12:12 – Speaking truth with love and wisdom 13:34 – What it means to care for others like yourself 13:47 – The scribe’s response and Jesus’ reply 14:41 – Obedience over sacrifice in the Old Testament 15:09 – What true obedience looks like today 16:38 – Living submitted to God so love flows naturally 17:30 – Wrap up and how to connect with us

Jesus is confronted with two tricky questions, one about paying taxes to Caesar and one about the resurrection. In this episode of Midweek Move, Dallas and Carlos unpack Mark 12:13-27, exploring Jesus’ wisdom, the motives of His challengers, and what this passage means for us today. Time Stamps 00:00 – Intro: Death and taxes 00:21 – Setting the stage: Confrontations in Mark 12 01:27 – Pharisees and Herodians team up 03:01 – The trap question: Pay taxes or not? 04:29 – Jesus’ brilliant response 06:01 – What this means for Christians and government today 07:46 – Enter the Sadducees: another trap question 08:56 – Reading motives into Scripture carefully 12:00 – The hypothetical marriage question 13:07 – False dichotomies and modern parallels 16:15 – Jesus’ answer: No marriage in the resurrection 19:02 – Jesus proves resurrection from the Pentateuch 20:26 – Importance of knowing Scripture and staying teachable 23:29 – Final thoughts and challenge

In this episode of Midweek Move, Dallas and Carlos take a look at Mark 12:1–12 and discuss Jesus’ parable of the Tenants. What does it reveal about God’s patience, justice, and the rejection of His messengers? And what does it mean that Jesus is the “Cornerstone”? Together, they break this down verse by verse and explore how this parable calls us to build our lives on Christ rather than rejecting Him. ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 – Intro: What is the Parable of the Tenants? 0:33 – Final days of Jesus’ ministry: context matters 1:11 – Jesus challenges the Sanhedrin 2:07 – Parable of the Tenants begins 3:08 – Why this hit home for the original audience 3:18 – Servants sent, rejected, and killed 4:57 – The landowner sends his son 5:37 – The gravity of Jesus’ words 6:35 – Psalm 118 and the Cornerstone connection 7:41 – What is a cornerstone and why it matters 9:13 – Jesus as the true cornerstone 12:10 – The son represents Jesus – prophetic of the crucifixion 14:03 – Why this struck fear into the religious leaders 16:37 – What it means to build our lives on Jesus 17:44 – The blessing and danger of the Cornerstone 18:41 – Closing thoughts and next week’s topic

In Mark 11:247-33, the Sanhedrin confronts Jesus about the nature and origin of his Authority. What can we learn from this moment and how does it apply to our lives? Join us as Dallas sits down with Carlos Renfroe to walk through this passage together.

Mark 11:12-25 presents an interesting series of events where Jesus cures a fig tree for not producing fruit and then clears the temple. Are these two narratives related? What can we learn from them? Join us as Dallas sits down with special guest Cesar Cruz to break down this passage.

In Mark 11:1-11 we see an amazing, triumphant moment of people celebrating Jesus. However, when you flip forward, you see that many of those people reject Jesus. How do we avoid these spiritual highs and lows? Join us as Dallas sits down with guest Branson Boykin about this passage.

In this episode of Midweek Move, Dallas and guest Savannah Anderson dive into the story of “Blind” Bartimaeus in Mark 10:46–52. More than a miracle of sight, this passage reveals a lot about identity, persistence, and faith. Savannah shares personal insights on staying close to Jesus in a culture that often pushes back against biblical values, the importance of community, and the investment it takes to grow deep spiritual roots. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: More to the story of Bartimaeus 00:26 – Welcome Savannah Anderson |01:26 – Context: Mark 10 02:18 – The crowd, the disciples, and Bartimaeus’ identity 03:18 – Generational blindness and “lot in life” labels 03:37 – Bartimaeus’ messianic cry: “Son of David” 04:19 – The crowd rebukes, Bartimaeus persists 05:01 – Jesus’ surprising question about desire and identity 05:21 – Choosing to leave the old identity behind 06:09 – Breaking free from cultural and family expectations 07:00 – Staying close to Jesus through Scripture 08:15 – Seeing yourself through God’s compassion 09:12 – Navigating faith in challenging environments 10:22 – The role of biblical community and spiritual mentors 11:30 – Being intentional about church involvement 13:12 – Investing time in Scripture and relationships 13:54 – Bartimaeus’ bold persistence despite opposition 14:33 – Closing thoughts and invitation to connect

What does Biblical Authority look like? How should Pastors and other Leaders act? Join us as Dallas sits down with special guest, Jeremy Pelt, to discuss Mark 10:32-35.

What was really holding the rich young ruler back from following Jesus? In this special Weekly Short episode of Midweek Move, Dallas is joined by Caleb Moreno to unpack Mark 10:17–31, a somber conversation between Jesus and a man who had it all but still lacked something. Together, they explore what it means to truly follow Jesus, how to examine your heart, and how to keep your priorities kingdom-focused, whether you're working a 9-to-5 job or chasing big dreams. Caleb shares how he balances his career goals with his faith, offering practical tips on establishing a spiritual routine, journaling your walk with God, and keeping Christ at the forefront. --- Scripture Focus:   Mark 10:17–31 — “The Rich Young Ruler” Timestamps:   0:00 – Intro 1:00 – Can regular people study the Bible deeply?   2:00 – What the Rich Young Ruler did right… and what he lacked   5:30 – How to spiritually self-check   8:00 – Journaling tips for your faith walk   12:00 – What if Jesus asked you to give it all up? --- Guest: Caleb Moreno   Got thoughts or journaling tips to share? Drop a comment or email us at [email protected] #MidweekMove #BibleStudy #Mark10 

What does Jesus mean when He says we have to be like a child to receive the Kingdom of Heaven? How does this call affect the responsibility of adult believers? Join us as Dallas and special guest Caleb Renfroe sit down to walk through Mark 10:13-16 together.