#410: Why Didn’t Jesus Follow Their Rules? - Mark Part 9

#410: Why Didn’t Jesus Follow Their Rules? - Mark Part 9

Author: Jessica White April 8, 2026 Duration: 16:42
Scripture: Mark 2:18–28 In today’s episode, we continue our journey through the Gospel of Mark and hear Jesus answer some questions. Why weren’t His disciples fasting? Why did the Pharisees get upset when they picked grain on the Sabbath? And what was Jesus showing everyone about God’s law, grace, and what it really means to belong to Him? Kids will learn that Jesus did not come to patch up an old system. He came to bring something new. In this episode, kids will hear: What fasting means Why Jesus compared Himself to a bridegroom What new wine and old wineskins mean Why the Pharisees were upset about the Sabbath Key truth: Because we are accepted in Jesus, we obey out of love—not out of fear. Help Shape the Future of Kids Bible Stories If you are a free or paying member of the Family Library on Patreon, there is an important survey waiting for you. It only takes about two minutes, and your feedback really does help shape future decisions and changes here at Kids Bible Stories. You’ll find the survey link below. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. Survey link Want to support Kids Bible Stories? If this podcast has blessed your family and you’d like to play a part in helping it continue to reach children with God’s Word, there are 2 simple ways to support the ministry: 1.Join the Family Library on PatreonWhen you join, you’ll get access to weekly resources designed to help your family go deeper, including things like bonus content, parent resources, coloring pages, and more Join here: 2. Give a one-time donationIf you’d rather make a one-time gift, that is a wonderful way to help support the ongoing work and impact of Kids Bible Stories. Give here: Thank you for helping keep Kids Bible Stories going and growing for families all over the world.

Jessica White hosts Kids Bible Stories, a gentle and engaging audio experience designed for families. Imagine those classic narratives from scripture unfolding right in your living room or car, told with a warmth that captures young imaginations. Each episode uses expressive character voices, rich soundscapes, and thoughtful pacing to transform ancient texts into immediate, relatable adventures. The idea is to move beyond a simple reading, creating a space where children can truly listen and connect. This podcast fits seamlessly into daily routines, whether it's during a commute, over a meal, or as part of a quiet wind-down. The segments are crafted to be digestible for shorter attention spans, focusing on a single story or theme per installment. By presenting these tales with such care and creativity, the goal is to spark natural conversations about values, kindness, and faith in a context kids understand. It’s about making the foundational stories of Christianity accessible and meaningful for curious young minds, helping them find points of recognition between the lessons in the Bible and their own experiences at home, school, and play. Tuning in regularly offers a consistent, comforting touchpoint for spiritual exploration as a family.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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#424: Can I Trust Jesus When I’m Afraid? - Mark. Part . 23  [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:06
Scripture: Mark 6:45–56 After feeding 5,000 people, Jesus sends His disciples across the lake. When strong winds leave them struggling in the darkness, Jesus comes to them—walking on the water! In this episode, kids will…
# 421 : Why Twelve? - Mark · Part . 20 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:27
Mark 6:6–13 Jesus sent out the Twelve — two by two, with nothing but a walking stick and their sandals. Why twelve? And why send them out with nothing? In this episode, we go all the way back to Jacob and the twelve trib…
#420:   Isn't That Just the Carpenter? · Mark · Part 19 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:51
Mark 6:1-6 Jesus goes home to Nazareth — and sees the people who watched Him grow up. They know His mother, His brothers, His sisters. Isn't that just the carpenter? They think and when He stands up in the synagogue and…
SUMMER SERIES:  Who Wants to be First? (379) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:31
Mark 10:35–45 In today’s episode, we hear the surprising story of James and John asking Jesus a very big question — and how the other disciples reacted! Jesus teaches them (and us!) something amazing — true greatness doe…
SUMMER SERIES: Nothing Can Satisfy You Like God: Solomon Part VII [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:21
1 Kings 10:1-14, 22-24 & Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 We're pressing pause on our Mark series for our summer series of listener favorites! This episode comes from a much-loved series from our listeners called the Solomon series.…
SUMMER SERIES: The Veil is Torn — Solomon, Part V [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:45
Matthew 27:50-56, 2 Chronicles 3:8-14 & Hebrews 4:14, 16 This episode is part of our Solomon series — one of listeners' all-time favorites and one of our most-downloaded series yet! If you'd like to start from the beginn…
SUMMER SERIES: Dan the Great Fish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:54
🐟 Our very first Summer Series episode — and it's a very special one! This episode was turned into a FREE Read-A-Loud book, complete with page-turning cues so you can follow right along. This beautifully illustrated book…