Matthew 13, Luke 8, 13 - S02E12
The parable of the wheat and the tares, among others, explains our role in choosing a path between settling for our earthly lineage, or taking our royal place in the lineage of Christ.
Gospel Talktrine
Each week, Mark Holt offers a thoughtful and personal exploration of the upcoming Sunday School lesson for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Gospel Talktrine isn't a dry lecture, but a conversational deep dive into the scriptures and doctrines that form the LDS Gospel Doctrine curriculum. By releasing episodes a full week before the lesson is taught in church, this podcast provides a valuable resource for both teachers and students seeking meaningful preparation. Listeners will find a space to ponder scriptural context, historical insights, and practical applications for modern life, all aimed at enriching personal study and classroom discussion. Whether you're tasked with leading a class or simply want to engage more deeply with the material on your own, Mark's reflections serve as a catalyst for further study and spiritual discovery. Tune in during your commute, while doing chores, or on a quiet afternoon to transform your preparation time into a more reflective and connected experience. This is a podcast for anyone looking to move beyond the surface of the lesson manual and cultivate a more personal understanding of gospel principles. The hope is that these discussions will not only inform your teaching but also nurture your own faith, making your Sabbath day observance more focused and fulfilling.
Episodes
Matthew 10-12, Mark 2, Luke 7,11 - S02E11
Jesus told his apostles he was sent not to bring peace, but a sword. What does he mean by this, and how does it relate to the Messianic expectations of Jews under Roman rule?
Matthew 8-9, Mark 2-5 - S02E10
When asked to think of Jesus, most people probably think of his miracles. But what do his miracles teach us, why are the stories about them told in the order they are, and is there some greater miracle underneath them al…
Matthew 6-7 - S02E09
Jesus taught us how to pray, when to use judgment (and when to avoid it), the dangers of pride, and tied it all into his role as Redeemer of all creation.
Matthew 5, Luke 6 - S02E08
The “Old Testament” is the covenant Yahweh instituted on Mt. Sinai, when he called Israel to be a kingdom of priests, and a holy nation. The New Covenant is Jesus’ fulfillment and upgrade of this covenant, where he takes…
John 2-4 - S02E07
Early in his ministry, Jesus comes into confrontation with important symbols of Jewish life. What we learn from these encounters highlights the difference between Heaven and Earth, Light and Darkness, between God and Man…
Matthew 4, Luke 4-5 - S02E06
The story of the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness could have come from only one source: the Lord Himself. This is Jesus’ account not only of his own temptation, but of how temptation will appear in our lives.
Matthew 3, Mark 1, Luke 3 - S02E05
The baptism of Jesus is not just a symbol of Jesus’ death, but a fulfillment of many Old Testament events pointing toward the Messiah, and teaches lessons about God as Creator, as giver of mercy, as liberator, as guide,…
John 1 - S02E04
John chapter 1 is more than a simple story; it’s the decoder ring to the entire Gospel of John, which is revealed by John’s first chapter to be a carefully honed narrative, crafted and pruned to show only the most vital…
Matthew 2, Luke 2 - S02E03
When we look at these treasured scriptures from a new perspective, a much more traumatic narrative emerges. And a much more comforting one.
