web02.fireside.fm Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:07:30 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Ether Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Gospel” https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/tags/gospel Tue, 04 Sep 2018 16:15:00 -0400 We are Bible enthusiast wrestling with how to grow spiritually, help others grow and bring others to Christ. Through conversation we delve deep into Bible passages and try to figure out what they mean and how to best live by them. Ether produces this podcast, videos and other content through the support of our audince. We thank you for listening and would greatly appreciate your support on Patreon, https://www.patreon.com/etherMMC. en-us episodic A podcast to make and grow disciples Ether MMC We are Bible enthusiast wrestling with how to grow spiritually, help others grow and bring others to Christ. Through conversation we delve deep into Bible passages and try to figure out what they mean and how to best live by them. Ether produces this podcast, videos and other content through the support of our audince. We thank you for listening and would greatly appreciate your support on Patreon, https://www.patreon.com/etherMMC. no Ether MMC rodrigo.acosta@ethermmc.com The Beginning https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mark14-16 c935a2df-6cad-491e-93e6-a8ca8737e91c Tue, 04 Sep 2018 16:15:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC Mark 14-16 cover the last supper through the resurrection of the Christ. Then the book suddenly ends. We discuss why and we give our final thoughts on the book of Mark. 54:46 no Mark 14-16 cover the last supper through the resurrection of the Christ. Then the book suddenly ends. We discuss some reasons as to why Mark would have ended his book in this way. We also give our final thoughts and lessons learned from the Gospel of Mark. Christianity, Resurrection, Discipleship, Faith, Bible Study, Gospel Mark 14-16 cover the last supper through the resurrection of the Christ. Then the book suddenly ends. We discuss some reasons as to why Mark would have ended his book in this way. We also give our final thoughts and lessons learned from the Gospel of Mark.

]]> Mark 14-16 cover the last supper through the resurrection of the Christ. Then the book suddenly ends. We discuss some reasons as to why Mark would have ended his book in this way. We also give our final thoughts and lessons learned from the Gospel of Mark.

]]> Jesus and the Temple Pt2 - Jesus and the Sanhedrin https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mk11-27to12-44 40692456-834e-489d-94c8-eabe1ea8976b Fri, 17 Aug 2018 16:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC In this second part of Jesus and the Temple, we delve deep into the background of the different groups that Jesus has conflict with in Mark 11:27-12:44 54:45 no When jesus comes to Jerusalem he gets into a series of conflicts with all the different members of the religious council known as the Sanhedrin. This council was the highest religious and political authority in all of Israel and also the group directly responsible for Jesus' crucifixion. In this podcast we go deep into the background of the Sanhedrin to try to understand their depth of influence and why they saw Jesus as such a threat. Gospel of Mark, Crucifixion When jesus comes to Jerusalem he gets into a series of conflicts with all the different members of the religious council known as the Sanhedrin. This council was the highest religious and political authority in all of Israel and also the group directly responsible for Jesus' crucifixion. In this podcast we go deep into the background of the Sanhedrin to try to understand their depth of influence and why they saw Jesus as such a threat.

]]> When jesus comes to Jerusalem he gets into a series of conflicts with all the different members of the religious council known as the Sanhedrin. This council was the highest religious and political authority in all of Israel and also the group directly responsible for Jesus' crucifixion. In this podcast we go deep into the background of the Sanhedrin to try to understand their depth of influence and why they saw Jesus as such a threat.

]]> Jesus at the Temple Pt1 https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mk11-1-26 e35117c0-8b02-4b40-8fa2-b7733344e96c Fri, 27 Jul 2018 17:45:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC In chapters 11-13 of the Gospel of Mark, Jesus does and says monumental things regarding the temple in Jerusalem and its leadership. To understand the depth and breath of what he says we delve deep into the history, significance and place in Jewish society that the temple occupied. 1:04:14 no When Jesus comes to Jerusalem, all of his activity revolves around the Temple. Including turning over of tables, driving people out of the temple courts and in chapter 13 of Mark prophesying about the destruction of the once magnificent building. One of the reasons why the men of the Sanhedrin seek to kill the so called Messiah is because of what he says and the actions he takes around the temple. The magnitude and breath of his actions can be lost on us if we do not understand the deep significance this building had to the people of Israel. Join us in this three part series as we delve deep into the history, significance and place of the temple and its leadership in Jewish society. Bible Study, Christianity, Gospel, Messiah, Discipleship, When Jesus comes to Jerusalem, all of his activity revolves around the Temple. Including turning over of tables, driving people out of the temple courts and in chapter 13 of Mark prophesying about the destruction of the once magnificent building. One of the reasons why the men of the Sanhedrin seek to kill the so called Messiah is because of what he says and the actions he takes around the temple. The magnitude and breath of his actions can be lost on us if we do not understand the deep significance this building had to the people of Israel.
Join us in this three part series as we delve deep into the history, significance and place of the temple and its leadership in Jewish society.

]]> When Jesus comes to Jerusalem, all of his activity revolves around the Temple. Including turning over of tables, driving people out of the temple courts and in chapter 13 of Mark prophesying about the destruction of the once magnificent building. One of the reasons why the men of the Sanhedrin seek to kill the so called Messiah is because of what he says and the actions he takes around the temple. The magnitude and breath of his actions can be lost on us if we do not understand the deep significance this building had to the people of Israel.
Join us in this three part series as we delve deep into the history, significance and place of the temple and its leadership in Jewish society.

]]> Divorce Pt2 - Mark 10:1-12 https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/divorcept2 845f3c61-dd49-4716-a559-2fa29759e256 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 17:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC On this episode we are joined by John Brush, an elder with many years of shepherding experience, to discuss the many issues of discussion that revolve the subject of Divorce. 57:12 no On our last episode we discussed the topic of divorce through Mark 10:1-12. We limited our discussion to the aformentioned scripture and the scripture that it alludes to in Deuteronomy. On this episode, with the aid of a guest speaker John Brush, elder of the Broward Church of Christ, we go even more in depth as we discuss many of the issues of discussion that revolve the topic of divorce. On our last episode we discussed the topic of divorce through Mark 10:1-12. We limited our discussion to the aformentioned scripture and the scripture that it alludes to in Deuteronomy. On this episode, with the aid of a guest speaker John Brush, elder of the Broward Church of Christ, we go even more in depth as we discuss many of the issues of discussion that revolve the topic of divorce.

]]> On our last episode we discussed the topic of divorce through Mark 10:1-12. We limited our discussion to the aformentioned scripture and the scripture that it alludes to in Deuteronomy. On this episode, with the aid of a guest speaker John Brush, elder of the Broward Church of Christ, we go even more in depth as we discuss many of the issues of discussion that revolve the topic of divorce.

]]> Divorce Pt1 - Mark 10:1-12 https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/divorcept1 d6218011-0e85-45ba-a19f-25df21fe4eba Sat, 23 Jun 2018 06:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC Mark 10:1-12 touches on the topic of divorce. This is a touchy subject in Christian circles and not enough of an issue for the majority of people. Join us, in this part one of a two part series as we discuss what Jesus taught about divorce and what it teaches us about marriage. 51:43 no Our society seems to make less and less of the issue of divorce. In Mark 10:1-12 the Pharisees approach Jesus about the topic, which was much more of a big deal in their time. Jesus teaching on divorce can seem strict and narrow. Fact that creates a lot of controversy in Christian circles. Join as we discuss this topic in part one of a two part series. In this episode we explore the greater context of divorce in Jewish culture, ours and what Jesus teaching on the topic ultimately teaches us about marriage. In part two we will have a guest speaker who will help us tackle many of the difficult aspects of the topic of divorce. Our society seems to make less and less of the issue of divorce. In Mark 10:1-12 the Pharisees approach Jesus about the topic, which was much more of a big deal in their time. Jesus teaching on divorce can seem strict and narrow. Fact that creates a lot of controversy in Christian circles. Join as we discuss this topic in part one of a two part series. In this episode we explore the greater context of divorce in Jewish culture, ours and what Jesus teaching on the topic ultimately teaches us about marriage. In part two we will have a guest speaker who will help us tackle many of the difficult aspects of the topic of divorce.

]]> Our society seems to make less and less of the issue of divorce. In Mark 10:1-12 the Pharisees approach Jesus about the topic, which was much more of a big deal in their time. Jesus teaching on divorce can seem strict and narrow. Fact that creates a lot of controversy in Christian circles. Join as we discuss this topic in part one of a two part series. In this episode we explore the greater context of divorce in Jewish culture, ours and what Jesus teaching on the topic ultimately teaches us about marriage. In part two we will have a guest speaker who will help us tackle many of the difficult aspects of the topic of divorce.

]]> Morals For Disciples https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mk9-30-50 0f721fb3-df9e-495c-943b-ecd25b8e914d Fri, 08 Jun 2018 20:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC Jesus puts our morality and the morality of his time on its head. Challenging us to live in a way that would be good for the world at large. 57:42 no From Mark 8 through 10 Jesus teaches discipleship and the morals of his kingdom. He challenges pre conceived notions of morality and challenges us to live in a way that does good to those around us. Listen as we discuss how Jesus wants us to live and the way it can impact the world! From Mark 8 through 10 Jesus teaches discipleship and the morals of his kingdom. He challenges pre conceived notions of morality and challenges us to live in a way that does good to those around us. Listen as we discuss how Jesus wants us to live and the way it can impact the world!

]]> From Mark 8 through 10 Jesus teaches discipleship and the morals of his kingdom. He challenges pre conceived notions of morality and challenges us to live in a way that does good to those around us. Listen as we discuss how Jesus wants us to live and the way it can impact the world!

]]> Transfiguration https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mark9-2-29 1c6566fd-245b-4994-8b19-2d4abfeb823b Thu, 31 May 2018 21:30:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC After revealing to his disciples for the first time that he is going to die, Jesus takes Peter, James and John up on a mountain where he is transfigured. This event is monumental, it ties many symbolism of the old testament to Jesus' ministry and it is a clear sign that Jesus is the Messiah and that the Kingdom of God is here! 1:01:07 no After revealing to his disciples for the first time that he is going to die, Jesus takes Peter, James and John up on a mountain where he is transfigured. This event is monumental, it ties many symbolism of the old testament to Jesus' ministry and it is a clear sign that Jesus is the Messiah and that the Kingdom of God is here! After revealing to his disciples for the first time that he is going to die, Jesus takes Peter, James and John up on a mountain where he is transfigured. This event is monumental, it ties many symbolism of the old testament to Jesus' ministry and it is a clear sign that Jesus is the Messiah and that the Kingdom of God is here!

]]> After revealing to his disciples for the first time that he is going to die, Jesus takes Peter, James and John up on a mountain where he is transfigured. This event is monumental, it ties many symbolism of the old testament to Jesus' ministry and it is a clear sign that Jesus is the Messiah and that the Kingdom of God is here!

]]> To Lose Is Gain https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mk8-31-38 993c35ed-783e-4f02-9064-7308c3bb77db Thu, 10 May 2018 08:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC Jesus' instruction to his would be followers is very demanding, how we find life is by going along with his demands. 49:39 no In this episode of the Ether Podcast, Ryan and Rodrigo discuss Jesus' teaching on discipleship in depth. A teaching that demands that we lose ourselves for the sake of Christ. A teaching that is the only way for us to truly find life. In this episode of the Ether Podcast, Ryan and Rodrigo discuss Jesus' teaching on discipleship in depth. A teaching that demands that we lose ourselves for the sake of Christ. A teaching that is the only way for us to truly find life.

]]> In this episode of the Ether Podcast, Ryan and Rodrigo discuss Jesus' teaching on discipleship in depth. A teaching that demands that we lose ourselves for the sake of Christ. A teaching that is the only way for us to truly find life.

]]> Questions and THE QUESTION https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mk8verse27to30 0bdcba6c-5151-4a79-b4f1-3a800e29f781 Thu, 26 Apr 2018 08:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC Questions are important but maybe no more important than the one question Jesus asks his disciples. 37:04 no Questions are important but maybe no more important than the one question Jesus asks his disciples. Join us as we discuss the importance of questions and the importance of THE question! Questions are important but maybe no more important than the one question Jesus asks his disciples. Join us as we discuss the importance of questions and the importance of THE question!

]]> Questions are important but maybe no more important than the one question Jesus asks his disciples. Join us as we discuss the importance of questions and the importance of THE question!

]]> The Gospel is for Everyone https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mk7andmk8 7e2c047a-c682-4f41-afdc-0595989dcc35 Thu, 19 Apr 2018 06:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC A confrontation with the Pharisees and a trip outside of Galilee shows us that the Gospel is for Everyone 37:46 no A trip to gentile land highlights a huge difference between the Pharisees and Jesus. With their teachings and traditions the Pharisees make their faith exclusive and isolated from Gentiles. Jesus on the other hand goes among them and performs the same miracles he does in Israel. Join us as we discuss the accessibility of the Gospel, why it was a big deal in Jesus' time and why it is a big deal now. A trip to gentile land highlights a huge difference between the Pharisees and Jesus. With their teachings and traditions the Pharisees make their faith exclusive and isolated from Gentiles. Jesus on the other hand goes among them and performs the same miracles he does in Israel. Join us as we discuss the accessibility of the Gospel, why it was a big deal in Jesus' time and why it is a big deal now.

]]> A trip to gentile land highlights a huge difference between the Pharisees and Jesus. With their teachings and traditions the Pharisees make their faith exclusive and isolated from Gentiles. Jesus on the other hand goes among them and performs the same miracles he does in Israel. Join us as we discuss the accessibility of the Gospel, why it was a big deal in Jesus' time and why it is a big deal now.

]]> We Stink at Morality https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mark7a e8b96cf2-ecdd-493d-bc6e-ccccf303c9e9 Fri, 06 Apr 2018 06:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC Through a conflict between Jesus and the Pharisees we learn how much we stink at morality. 54:49 no Morality, no matter the flavor we adhere to, is a crucial part of our every day living. It determines our behavior and helps us navigate our lives. During the time of Jesus, the Pharisees were deeply attached to morality, so much so that they clung to a series of religious norms that would ensure their purity and righteousness. Jesus, however, during a confrontation with the aforementioned religious group, reveals to them that their norms were at odds with the Law of God and did not address the true source of impurity, "what comes from within". This interaction between Jesus and the Pharisees, shows a truth that we need to embrace if we hope to obey and be transformed by God, which is that we stink at morality. Morality, no matter the flavor we adhere to, is a crucial part of our every day living. It determines our behavior and helps us navigate our lives. During the time of Jesus, the Pharisees were deeply attached to morality, so much so that they clung to a series of religious norms that would ensure their purity and righteousness. Jesus, however, during a confrontation with the aforementioned religious group, reveals to them that their norms were at odds with the Law of God and did not address the true source of impurity, "what comes from within". This interaction between Jesus and the Pharisees, shows a truth that we need to embrace if we hope to obey and be transformed by God, which is that we stink at morality.

]]> Morality, no matter the flavor we adhere to, is a crucial part of our every day living. It determines our behavior and helps us navigate our lives. During the time of Jesus, the Pharisees were deeply attached to morality, so much so that they clung to a series of religious norms that would ensure their purity and righteousness. Jesus, however, during a confrontation with the aforementioned religious group, reveals to them that their norms were at odds with the Law of God and did not address the true source of impurity, "what comes from within". This interaction between Jesus and the Pharisees, shows a truth that we need to embrace if we hope to obey and be transformed by God, which is that we stink at morality.

]]> Man of Peace - Mk 6:7-13 https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mark6b 30bb9176-592a-4d95-a64d-31500430322d Fri, 16 Mar 2018 16:00:00 -0400 Ether MMC full Ether MMC Learn about the Man of Peace principle 1:02:36 no Jesus gives very specific instruction when he sends out the twelve and later the seventy two. Embedded in that instruction is a principle that Jesus and his disciples used to evangelize the world. The "Person of Peace" principle is a tool that can make our evangelism extremely effective. We have a special guest on this podcast that will help explain this powerful concept that has the potential to revolutionize the way you make disciples. Jesus gives very specific instruction when he sends out the twelve and later the seventy two. Embedded in that instruction is a principle that Jesus and his disciples used to evangelize the world. The "Person of Peace" principle is a tool that can make our evangelism extremely effective. We have a special guest on this podcast that will help explain this powerful concept that has the potential to revolutionize the way you make disciples.

]]> Jesus gives very specific instruction when he sends out the twelve and later the seventy two. Embedded in that instruction is a principle that Jesus and his disciples used to evangelize the world. The "Person of Peace" principle is a tool that can make our evangelism extremely effective. We have a special guest on this podcast that will help explain this powerful concept that has the potential to revolutionize the way you make disciples.

]]> Fear of Jesus, Mark 4:35-4:43 https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/fearofjesusmark435-543 4f32a470-2693-40a5-898e-6d99f8a80cff Sat, 03 Mar 2018 09:15:00 -0500 Ether MMC full Ether MMC We generally consider fear a negative emotion, one that drives us away from people. Yet, fear is an important part of our walk with God. Fear can be good, join us in this Podcast as we explore why. 48:01 no Jesus calms the storm and saves the lives of his disciples. Their reaction is to be fear him. Likewise the people who witness Jesus drive several demons out of a man are afraid and ask him and his companions to leave. Was fearing Jesus a bad reaction to have? We generally consider fear a negative emotion, one that drives us away from people. Yet, fear is an important part of our walk with God. Fear can be good, join us in this Podcast as we explore why. Jesus calms the storm and saves the lives of his disciples. Their reaction is to be fear him. Likewise the people who witness Jesus drive several demons out of a man are afraid and ask him and his companions to leave. Was fearing Jesus a bad reaction to have?
We generally consider fear a negative emotion, one that drives us away from people. Yet, fear is an important part of our walk with God. Fear can be good, join us in this Podcast as we explore why.

]]> Jesus calms the storm and saves the lives of his disciples. Their reaction is to be fear him. Likewise the people who witness Jesus drive several demons out of a man are afraid and ask him and his companions to leave. Was fearing Jesus a bad reaction to have?
We generally consider fear a negative emotion, one that drives us away from people. Yet, fear is an important part of our walk with God. Fear can be good, join us in this Podcast as we explore why.

]]> Parables of Jesus - Mark 4:1-29 https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/mark4 4ab5d36c-dfab-42e6-a702-c6e05d0110c0 Wed, 07 Feb 2018 10:00:00 -0500 Ether MMC full Ether MMC Jesus taught about repentance and the Kingdom of God with Parables. Interpreting them can lead to a greater understanding about the message that Jesus was trying to bring into this world. Join us as we dig deep into the meaning of the parables of Jesus. 40:37 no Starting in chapter 4, Jesus would begin teaching in parables, often starting with the word "Listen". Some of these short simple stories held rich insight as to the nature and breath of the Kingdom of God. Others were meant for self reflection that would lead to repentance. Yet, Jesus purposely taught in ambiguous short stories to keep some people from understanding and repenting. If you think this seems counter intuitive, you should listen to this Podcast. We will wrestle with Jesus' motivation for teaching in Parables and we will draw deep insights from the lessons they hide. Starting in chapter 4, Jesus would begin teaching in parables, often starting with the word "Listen". Some of these short simple stories held rich insight as to the nature and breath of the Kingdom of God. Others were meant for self reflection that would lead to repentance.
Yet, Jesus purposely taught in ambiguous short stories to keep some people from understanding and repenting. If you think this seems counter intuitive, you should listen to this Podcast. We will wrestle with Jesus' motivation for teaching in Parables and we will draw deep insights from the lessons they hide.

]]> Starting in chapter 4, Jesus would begin teaching in parables, often starting with the word "Listen". Some of these short simple stories held rich insight as to the nature and breath of the Kingdom of God. Others were meant for self reflection that would lead to repentance.
Yet, Jesus purposely taught in ambiguous short stories to keep some people from understanding and repenting. If you think this seems counter intuitive, you should listen to this Podcast. We will wrestle with Jesus' motivation for teaching in Parables and we will draw deep insights from the lessons they hide.

]]> Gospel of Mark - Intro https://etherpodcast.fireside.fm/etherpodcastmark-intro 21d6ceef-a3cb-4b40-9988-95738f8d94ab Thu, 18 Jan 2018 12:00:00 -0500 Ether MMC full Ether MMC In this podcast we delve deeper into the topic of persecution. We talk in more detail about first century christian persecution as well as modern persecution. 44:42 no Welcome to the first EtherMMC Podcast where Rodrigo and Ryan delve deeper into the historical context in which Mark was written. During the 60s A.D. early Christians were being persecuted in the most gruesome manner and although we might not directly relate to their lifestyle or level of commitment we do need to ask ourselves: How easily do I shrink or how strongly do I believe and how far am I willing to carry my faith? Mark had to write in the most compelling way to help these persecuted people keep the faith and look forward to heaven. However, even to this day Christians are being persecuted. According to Open Doors' report 1/12 Christians are being persecuted worldwide and we need to pray for them and make sure we are doing what we can to help them. Early Christians thought that Jesus would come back in their lifetime, so they were fervently advancing the Kingdom of God here on earth. Today we have a false sense of security and we are not looking forward to the coming of Jesus. How do we jolt back? If you like this podcast and the other content we create, your support on Patreon would be appreciated https://www.patreon.com/etherMMC Welcome to the first EtherMMC Podcast where Rodrigo and Ryan delve deeper into the historical context in which Mark was written. During the 60s A.D. early Christians were being persecuted in the most gruesome manner and although we might not directly relate to their lifestyle or level of commitment we do need to ask ourselves: How easily do I shrink or how strongly do I believe and how far am I willing to carry my faith? Mark had to write in the most compelling way to help these persecuted people keep the faith and look forward to heaven.
However, even to this day Christians are being persecuted. According to Open Doors' report 1/12 Christians are being persecuted worldwide and we need to pray for them and make sure we are doing what we can to help them.
Early Christians thought that Jesus would come back in their lifetime, so they were fervently advancing the Kingdom of God here on earth. Today we have a false sense of security and we are not looking forward to the coming of Jesus. How do we jolt back?

If you like this podcast and the other content we create, your support on Patreon would be appreciated https://www.patreon.com/etherMMC

]]> Welcome to the first EtherMMC Podcast where Rodrigo and Ryan delve deeper into the historical context in which Mark was written. During the 60s A.D. early Christians were being persecuted in the most gruesome manner and although we might not directly relate to their lifestyle or level of commitment we do need to ask ourselves: How easily do I shrink or how strongly do I believe and how far am I willing to carry my faith? Mark had to write in the most compelling way to help these persecuted people keep the faith and look forward to heaven.
However, even to this day Christians are being persecuted. According to Open Doors' report 1/12 Christians are being persecuted worldwide and we need to pray for them and make sure we are doing what we can to help them.
Early Christians thought that Jesus would come back in their lifetime, so they were fervently advancing the Kingdom of God here on earth. Today we have a false sense of security and we are not looking forward to the coming of Jesus. How do we jolt back?

If you like this podcast and the other content we create, your support on Patreon would be appreciated https://www.patreon.com/etherMMC

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