Welcome to The Scarlet Scribe: The Gospel of Mark, a fresh, chapter-by-chapter journey through the earliest of the four Gospels. In this series, we focus on the red-letter words of Jesus — what He actually said — and the power these words still carry today. Because when Jesus speaks it isn't just ink - it's impact.

In this episode, we explore the very first parable Jesus tells in the Gospel of Mark—a story rooted in the everyday life of a 1st-century agricultural society. Jesus often used parables as “coded” stories, teaching profound spiritual truths beneath simple images of farmers, seeds, and soil. We’ll unpack what it means to truly hear his message, why some hearts are more receptive than others, and how the kingdom of God begins small but grows into something immense and life-giving.

Along the way, we’ll consider the hidden wisdom behind these stories—why Jesus sometimes spoke in veiled language, how misunderstanding can lead to missed truth, and what genuine faith and fruitfulness look like in real life. Whether you’re new to the parables or revisiting them with fresh eyes, this episode invites you to listen deeply and cultivate good soil in your own heart. All this in the Gospel of Mark, chapter 4.

Follow The Scarlet Scribe on X at @whatHesaidinred for updates and reflection. If your church or community seeks to strengthen its safety and security, learn about Protective Ministries for Houses of Worship at porticoprotective.com.

And because an asymmetric age calls for asymmetric ministry, consider supporting Operation Needle Nix — a compassionate outreach designed to help former offenders, survivors of violence or trafficking, and those leaving the occult remove tattoos tied to their past. Visit needlenix.org to get involved.

So, join in as we listen, learn, and walk together through the words of Jesus — one chapter, one red letter at a time. All glory to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — now and forever, to the ages of ages.

Welcome to The Scarlet Scribe: The Gospel of Mark, a fresh, chapter-by-chapter journey through the earliest of the four Gospels. In this series, we focus on the red-letter words of Jesus — what He actually said — and the power these words still carry today. Because when Jesus speaks it isn't just ink - it's impact.

In this episode of The Scarlet Scribe, we dive deep into Chapter 3 of the Gospel of Mark, continuing the conversation on what it means to preserve life and honor God’s will above all else. From Jesus’ confrontation over healing on the Sabbath to his clash with the scribes accusing him of sorcery, this discussion explores how themes of mercy, truth, and spiritual discernment weave through the text.

We’ll consider why Jesus’ anger toward certain Pharisees mattered, what the “blasphemy of the Spirit” truly means in its historical context, and how the demonic opposition reveals the unity of evil against the kingdom of God. The episode also examines Jesus’ redefinition of family—not by bloodline, but by obedience and faithfulness to God’s will.

Follow The Scarlet Scribe on X at @whatHesaidinred for updates and reflection. If your church or community seeks to strengthen its safety and security, learn about Protective Ministries for Houses of Worship at porticoprotective.com.

And because an asymmetric age calls for asymmetric ministry, consider supporting Operation Needle Nix — a compassionate outreach designed to help former offenders, survivors of violence or trafficking, and those leaving the occult remove tattoos tied to their past. Visit needlenix.org to get involved.

So, join in as we listen, learn, and walk together through the words of Jesus — one chapter, one red letter at a time. All glory to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — now and forever, to the ages of ages.

Welcome to The Scarlet Scribe: The Gospel of Mark, a fresh, chapter-by-chapter journey through the earliest of the four Gospels. In this series, we focus on the red-letter words of Jesus — what He actually said — and the power these words still carry today. Because when Jesus speaks it isn't just ink - it's impact.

In this episode, we explore the deep connection between sickness, forgiveness, and the authority of Jesus’ actions. Far from a theoretical debate, this passage reveals a practical demonstration of divine power — the proof is in the healing itself. We unpack how forgiveness was perceived in the first century, why some accused Jesus of overturning God’s justice, and how His actions reframed what it meant to be righteous or sinful.

Through encounters with skeptics, tax collectors, and the hungry, we consider how repentance calls sinners back into community, how fasting shapes spiritual maturity, and how the preservation of life sometimes overrides even sacred rules. This conversation invites listeners to see that divine mercy isn't opposed to justice — it fulfills it.

Follow The Scarlet Scribe on X at @whatHesaidinred for updates and reflection. If your church or community seeks to strengthen its safety and security, learn about Protective Ministries for Houses of Worship at porticoprotective.com.

And because an asymmetric age calls for asymmetric ministry, consider supporting Operation Needle Nix — a compassionate outreach designed to help former offenders, survivors of violence or trafficking, and those leaving the occult remove tattoos tied to their past. Visit needlenix.org to get involved.

So, join in as we listen, learn, and walk together through the words of Jesus — one chapter, one red letter at a time. All glory to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — now and forever, to the ages of ages