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Jesus didn’t avoid people with messy stories — He moved toward them. This week on Ordinary Faith, we’re talking about Mark 2, where Jesus calls Levi and shares a table with tax collectors and sinners. We’ll talk about grace, reputation, small-town memory, and how God has placed us where we can reach people only we can reach.

Mark - Week 5: The Faith That Breaks Through the RoofIn this episode, the team reflects on a busy week of VBS, shares a few memorable stories from the week, and then dives into one of the most powerful accounts in Mark 2—the story of the paralyzed man whose friends refused to let obstacles keep him from Jesus. Together, they explore the faith and determination of the four men who carried their friend to Christ, the deeper significance of Jesus forgiving sins before healing physical brokenness, and what this passage teaches us about bringing hurting people to Jesus today. The conversation also examines the reaction of the religious leaders, the authority of Christ to forgive sins, and the hope believers can find in the midst of suffering, uncertainty, and life's challenges. Whether you're feeling stuck, carrying a burden, or walking alongside someone who is, this episode is a reminder that Jesus sees our greatest need, offers forgiveness and restoration, and invites us to participate in His work of bringing others to Him. Key Topics:Mark 2:1–12 and the healing of the paralyticFaith that perseveres through obstaclesWhy Jesus addressed sin before physical healingThe authority of Christ to forgive sinsEncouragement for those facing suffering and uncertaintyBringing others to Jesus through intentional faithTakeaway:Our greatest need is not physical healing but spiritual restoration. Just as the four friends carried the paralytic to Jesus, believers are called to faithfully bring people to the One who can truly change their lives. Listen, be encouraged, and discover how faith can help break through every barrier that stands between people and Jesus.

Welcome back to episode 4 of Ordinary Faith! We're glad you tuned in today! This week we dive into the story of Jesus healing the man with leprosy at the end of Mark chapter 1. We talk about the implications for us, as well as some of the reasons why Jesus might have told the man not to tell anyone about his cleansing. Take a moment to let us know in the comments how this podcast and this week's sermon impacted your life!

In this episode, we recap Sunday’s message from Mark 1:35–39 and talk about what it means to build a real rhythm of prayer. Jesus didn’t treat prayer as a last resort or a religious checkbox—He withdrew to commune with the Father in the middle of real ministry, real pressure, and real life.We discuss why prayer is more than preparation for the work; prayer is the greater work. From praying at home, at church, at work, with our kids, and in the ordinary moments of the day, this conversation is a reminder that God invites us to talk with Him continually.Whether prayer feels natural, difficult, or neglected in your life, start somewhere. God is listening, and He is drawing you closer.

Join us as we talk about Jesus' authority.

Ordinary Faith – Episode 1Welcome to the very first episode of our podcast!In this debut episode, Pastors Jamin, Nathan, and John Michael jump right into the chaos — recapping a Mother's Day Sunday that had it all: five baptisms spanning every generation, a toddler running across the stage, a cold baptistry (because someone forgot to turn on the heater), leaky waders, and a first-time guest who walked away saying it felt "real." Because it was.But beyond the funny stories, the conversation goes deep into Mark 1 and what it means that Jesus didn't call polished, put-together people — He called available ones. Fishermen who had likely already missed the cut to follow a rabbi. Ordinary guys mending nets on the sideline. And yet Jesus saw them, called them, and they immediately followed.They talk about:What it actually means to "follow Jesus" beyond just attending church eventsHow God meets us in the seasons when we're mending our nets — in the valleys, the grief, even the possum infestationsThe difference between inviting Jesus into your life vs. being invited into HisWhy ordinary faithfulness — getting up, opening the Word, praying a simple prayer — matters more than the big platform momentsHow to be a living stream: letting God's Word pour in and overflow into the lives of those around youWhether you're fishing or fixing nets right now, this episode is a reminder: Jesus is still walking slowly through the crowd, and He still sees you.Connect & Serve: Find ways to plug in at Trinity Baptist Church. Kids ministry, students, worship, tech, greeting — there's a place for you.VBS: June 8–10 | Sign up at tbctrinity.org/vbsDrop a comment wherever you're listening — and vote on the podcast name: "Simple Obedience" or "Ordinary Faithfulness"?