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Each episode explores Scripture in a way that’s relatable, thoughtful, and practical—grounded in the truth of the Bible but served in everyday language.
Whether you’re curious about the Bible, looking for spiritual growth, or just want a conversation that feels like sitting across the table from a friend, this podcast is for you.
They Wanted Rome Gone. Jesus Wanted Sin Gone - Matthew 21:1-11
Intro: 0:00–5:42
Coffee Talk: 5:42–17:18
Scripture: 17:18–44:05
Closing Remarks: 44:05–49:30
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Intro
Noah Wagner and Seth Pippin shift from their Genesis-to-Revelation reading plan to focus on Palm Sunday, walking through Matthew 21:1–11 and the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.
They frame the episode around a central question:
Is Jesus truly Lord of your life, or just someone you call on when you need Him?
This moment marks the beginning of Jesus’ final week leading to the cross and resurrection. The hosts emphasize that while the crowd celebrated Him as King, many misunderstood who He truly was and what He came to do.
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Coffee Talk
Fasting and Coffee Changes
Seth shares that he is currently participating in a 21 days of prayer and fasting, cutting back on coffee and other comfort items like caffeine and possibly social media.
Coffee Preferences
The hosts talk through their preferences:
• Seth:
• Espresso → Italian
• Overall → Cuban/Cuban roast
• Noah:
• Prefers single-origin beans
• Likes light to medium roasts
• Best coffee experience: fresh Peruvian beans from an open market
They also discuss flavor profiles:
• Chocolatey vs citrusy
• Notes like raspberry and even bubble gum
Noah jokes about running out of beans and having to use a Keurig Café Bustelo, while Deanna forgot the coffee run.
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Funny Life Moments
• Joey’s birthday gifts for youth ministry included:
• Dr Pepper
• Coca-Cola gummy candies
• Brownie brittle
• Faith forgot to grab the gifts while walking through Walmart’s massive clearance aisles
• Starbucks continues to mess up names:
• “Seth” → S-E-F
• “Noah” → Noodle
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Scripture
Reading Plan Recap (Joshua & Judges)
Joshua 5–6
• Passover celebrated in the Promised Land
• Joshua meets the commander of the Lord’s army
• Jericho falls through obedience, not military strength
Key Idea: God fights the battle.
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Joshua 7–8
• Achan’s hidden sin brings defeat
• Sin affects the entire community
• Repentance restores God’s blessing
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Joshua 23–24
• Joshua’s final charge
• “Choose this day whom you will serve”
• Everyone serves something—faithfulness is a daily decision
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Judges 2–4
• Cycle begins:
• Sin
• Oppression
• Crying out
• Deliverance
• God uses unexpected people like Deborah and Barak
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Palm Sunday (Matthew 21:1–11)
The Setting
Jesus enters Jerusalem one week before His crucifixion.
• Location: Near Bethphage, Mount of Olives
• He sends disciples to get a donkey and colt
• Instruction:
“The Lord needs them.”
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Jesus’ Lordship
This phrase highlights Jesus’ authority:
• Not just teacher
• Not just helper
• But Lord—King over everything
The Challenge
Do we treat Jesus as:
• A helper when life is hard?
• Or the Lord who leads our entire life?
Even the disciples struggled with this:
• Betrayal
• Denial
• Fear
They had not fully grasped His lordship yet.
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Why Jesus Must Be Lord
• 2 Corinthians 5:17 → New creation in Christ
• John 1 → Jesus is God in the flesh
• Colossians 1:15 → Image of the invisible God
C.S. Lewis’ Trilemma
Jesus is either:
• Liar
• Lunatic
• Lord
There is no middle ground.
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Fulfillment of Prophecy
Jesus fulfills Zechariah 9:9:
“Your king is coming… humble and mounted on a donkey.”
The hosts highlight:
• Jesus fulfilled 300+ prophecies
• The statistical probability is astronomically small
Conclusion:
This is not coincidence—this is divine fulfillment.
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The Crowd’s Response
• People lay down cloaks and palm branches
• They shout:
• “Hosanna” (Save us!)
• “Blessed is the King!”
The Problem
They wanted:
• A political savior
• Freedom from Rome
But Jesus came to bring:
• Freedom from sin
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Jesus Weeps (Luke 19:41–42)
Jesus looks at Jerusalem and weeps.
Why?
Because they missed what truly brings peace.
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Misunderstanding Jesus
• Some call Him a prophet
• Days later, the same crowd cries:
“Crucify Him”
Warning
Don’t follow Jesus based on:
• Culture
• Emotion
• Convenience
This leads to a shallow, “pocket Jesus” faith.
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Closing Remarks
The episode closes with a strong challenge:
Examine Your Allegiance
Are you:
• Using Jesus for help?
• Or surrendering to Him as Lord?
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True Relationship with God
God is not:
• A last resort
• A crisis solution
He is:
• Lord of your life daily
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Easter Week Challenge
As Easter approaches:
• Enjoy traditions (food, egg hunts, family time)
• BUT intentionally talk about:
• The cross
• The resurrection
• What Jesus means personally
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Final Encouragement
• Reflect on Jesus’ lordship this week
• Spend time in the key passages
• Prepare your heart for Easter
19 Mar 2026
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