EP.3 | ECCLESIASTES 3

What actually happened during Passion Week—and why does it matter for your life today?In this special episode, we step back and walk through the final week of Jesus’ life—from His triumphal entry to the resurrection—by looking at all four Gospels together. Each writer highlights something different, and when you see it all side by side, a fuller picture of Jesus comes into focus.You’ll discover:--● A simple, day-by-day breakdown of Passion Week● Why each Gospel tells the story a little differently● What Jesus was doing (and feeling) in His final days● How this week reveals who Jesus really is—King, Savior, and LordWhether you’ve read this story before or it’s new to you, this episode will help you see Jesus more clearly and understand the weight—and beauty—of what He did for you.No matter how messy life feels, this story reminds us: through Christ, you can be made new.👉🏻 Take a moment this week to slow down, reflect, and rediscover the story that changed everything.=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ Which moment from Passion Week stood out to you most—and why do you think it mattered to you personally?✅ Where do you see yourself in this story right now—celebrating, questioning, grieving, or waiting?✅ What does Jesus’ willingness to walk through suffering say about His love for you?✅ How does seeing all four Gospels together change your understanding of who Jesus is?✅ Is there an area of your life where God feels “silent”? What would it look like to trust Him in that space this week?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Matt Winter🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

What do you do when everything you believed changes suddenly? In this final chapter of Luke, we see confusion turn into clarity, fear turn into joy, and followers of Jesus wrestle with one big question: Now what?From the empty tomb to the road to Emmaus to the ascension, Luke 24 shows us something deeply human—we don’t always understand right away. But Jesus meets us in the process. He opens minds. He walks with us. And through the Holy Spirit, He gives us the power to live differently.If you’ve ever struggled to understand God, felt stuck in performance, or wondered what your faith actually looks like in real life… this conversation is for you.✨ In this episode, we explore:▪ Why the resurrection changes everything▪ What it means to move from confusion to understanding▪ The role of the Holy Spirit in your everyday life▪ How to live out your faith without performance or pressureYou don’t have to have it all figured out. Just take the next step.=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ Where in your life do you feel like the disciples—confused, uncertain, or asking “now what?”✅ Is your relationship with God feeling more like performance… or connection? Why?✅ How have you experienced moments where Scripture went from something you knew to something you understood?✅ What might it look like for you to rely more on the Holy Spirit this week instead of your own effort?✅ If Jesus asked you today, “What are you doing with me?”—how would you answer?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Brian Laney🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

What really happened at the cross—and what does it mean for you today?In this powerful episode, we walk through Luke 23, the moment where Jesus stands trial, is rejected by the crowd, and ultimately gives His life on the cross. But this isn’t just history—it’s deeply personal.We explore:▪️Why Jesus chose not to defend Himself▪️The difference between fascination with Jesus and true surrender▪️How two criminals had the same moment… but made different choices▪️What it means that Jesus was declared innocent again and again▪️Why the cross exposes not just His love—but our brokennessThis conversation is honest, reflective, and rooted in Scripture. Whether you’ve followed Jesus for years or you’re just exploring faith, this episode will challenge you to ask:👉 What will you do with Jesus?=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ Where in your life are you tempted to “save yourself” instead of trusting God’s plan?✅ Which response do you relate to more right now—the mocking criminal or the one who believed? Why?✅ What does it mean to you that Jesus was declared innocent… yet still chose the cross?✅ Is there a place in your life where God is inviting you to surrender, not control?✅ How does sitting with the reality of the cross (not rushing to the resurrection) change your perspective this week?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Brian Laney🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

What do you do when your faith feels heavy… or even confusing? In this episode of the Mission Hills Bible Study Podcast, we walk through one of the most intense and emotional moments in the book of Luke—Jesus’ trial, Peter’s denial, and the beginning of the crucifixion story.This isn’t an easy passage. It’s raw. It’s honest. And it forces us to wrestle with real questions about pain, fear, doubt, and what it means to trust God when things don’t make sense.Together, we explore:● Why Jesus allowed darkness to have a moment● What Peter’s failure teaches us about grace● How our motives shape our faith more than we realize● What it looks like to stay close to God in hard seasonsIf you’ve ever struggled with doubt, fear, or feeling overwhelmed—this conversation is for you.👉 Take a moment. Slow down. And discover how even in the darkest moments, God is still at work.=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ When you think about this part of Jesus’ story, what emotions come up for you—and why?✅ Where in your life do you feel like “darkness is having a moment” right now?✅ Peter stayed close… but still failed. What does that teach you about grace?✅ Are there areas in your life where fear is louder than trust? What would it look like to bring that to God honestly?✅ What’s one small step you can take this week to stay close to Jesus—even if it feels hard?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Brian Laney🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

Luke 22 is one of the most powerful chapters in the Bible—and one of the most personal.In this episode, we walk through the Last Supper and Jesus’ time in the garden, where we see His humanity, His surrender, and His deep love for us.We explore:• What the Passover meal really meant• Why the disciples struggled to understand what was happening• What it looks like to trust God in hard momentsThis is a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with Jesus—right in the middle of your busy life.=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ Where in your life are you trying to hold onto control instead of trusting God?✅ What does Jesus’ prayer in the garden teach you about surrender?✅ Are there areas where you’re focused on yourself instead of what God is doing around you?✅ How does understanding the depth of Jesus’ sacrifice change the way you live today?✅ What is one small step you can take this week to follow Jesus more closely?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Brian Laney🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

In Luke 21, Jesus says something that must have shocked His disciples: the temple they admired would one day fall. Why would Jesus bring this up during His final week before the cross?In this episode, we explore how Jesus prepares His followers for uncertain times—and how His words still speak to us today. From anxiety and people-pleasing to fear about the future, we talk about the things we tend to anchor ourselves to instead of God.You’ll hear practical insights about:• Trusting God when life feels unstable,• Preparing your heart before "crisis" hits,• Staying rooted in faith when the world feels chaotic.Life may feel messy, but Jesus invites us into a deeper freedom—one where we don’t have to carry the weight of the world on our own.=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ What do you tend to rely on for security when life feels uncertain? Is it something temporary, or something eternal?✅ Which of the burdens mentioned in the conversation—control, anxiety, approval, or security—do you struggle with most?✅ How might practicing spiritual habits now (prayer, Scripture, community) prepare your heart for difficult seasons later?✅ Jesus says not to be weighed down by the anxieties of life. What is currently weighing on your heart?✅ What would it look like this week to lift your eyes toward Jesus instead of focusing only on the chaos around you?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Brian Laney🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

In Luke 20, religious leaders try to trap Jesus with a simple question: “By what authority are you doing these things?” But Jesus turns the conversation around—and suddenly the real issue is exposed.In this episode, the team explores how pride, fear of people, and spiritual assumptions can keep us from recognizing the truth right in front of us. They also wrestle with one of Jesus’ most powerful images: the cornerstone we either build our lives on… or stumble over.If you’ve ever struggled with faith, authority, or what it really means to follow Jesus, this conversation invites you to slow down, open Scripture, and discover Jesus again.=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ What expectations do I have about how God should work in my life? Could those expectations keep me from recognizing what He’s actually doing?✅ Where in my life might Jesus be inviting me into a deeper kind of peace—not just comfort?✅ When Jesus cleared the temple, He was restoring what had been corrupted. Are there areas of my life where God may be asking to do that same restoring work?✅ What helps me recognize God’s presence in everyday moments?✅ If I truly believed Jesus is the King He claims to be, what would I surrender to Him this week?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Brian Laney🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

What happens when Jesus shows up—but not the way we expected? In Luke 19, Jesus finally arrives in Jerusalem. The crowds celebrate Him as king, shouting praise and welcoming Him with excitement. But Jesus knows something they don’t: many of these same voices will soon turn against Him.In this episode, we explore the tension of this moment. Why did Jesus ride into the city on a donkey? Why does He weep over Jerusalem? And why does the Prince of Peace walk into the temple and start flipping tables?Along the way, we talk honestly about how we often approach God with our own expectations—and what it looks like to recognize Jesus for who He truly is.Wherever you’re at in life or faith, you’re welcome here. Let’s open God’s Word together and discover what He might be teaching us today.=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ What expectations do I have about how God should work in my life? Could those expectations keep me from recognizing what He’s actually doing?✅ Where in my life might Jesus be inviting me into a deeper kind of peace—not just comfort?✅ When Jesus cleared the temple, He was restoring what had been corrupted. Are there areas of my life where God may be asking to do that same restoring work?✅ What helps me recognize God’s presence in everyday moments?✅ If I truly believed Jesus is the King He claims to be, what would I surrender to Him this week?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Brian Laney🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

The story of Jesus is familiar to many of us—but what if we slowed down and looked again? In this first episode of our new Bible study season, we begin a journey through the final chapters of the Gospel of Luke, leading all the way through the passion, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus.Before we dive into the story itself, we take time to explore the big picture: Why Luke wrote his Gospel, what makes Luke’s account unique, the surprising themes woven throughout the book, and the question Luke quietly asks every reader: What will you do with Jesus?Along the way, we talk about:• The upside-down Kingdom of God,• Why Jesus consistently moved toward the marginalized,• How Luke highlights the reactions people had when they encountered Christ,• And why even familiar stories like Easter can still transform us.If life feels busy and you don’t have time for a full Bible study, this podcast was created for you. Come listen, reflect, and discover Jesus in His Word—one episode at a time.📖 Next Week’s Passage: Luke 19:28–48=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ When you hear the story of Jesus today, does it feel fresh or familiar? Why do you think that is?✅ Luke repeatedly shows people responding to Jesus. What kind of response do you see in your own life right now?✅ Jesus often moved toward people others overlooked. Who might God be inviting you to notice this week?✅ Where might God be turning your expectations upside down—just like He did for people in Luke’s Gospel?✅ What would it look like for you to slow down and truly sit with the story of Jesus this week?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Brian Laney🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

What happens when three friends commit to studying the Bible’s most poetic and misunderstood book—Song of Songs? In this honest, joy-filled season finale, our hosts reflect on the surprising ways this study impacted their marriages, relationships, and view of intimacy with God. From back porch conversations to cherishing their spouses in new ways, this is the kind of episode that makes you want to dive back into Scripture with fresh eyes. Don’t miss this vulnerable and hope-filled wrap-up to Season 12.=============================Reflection Questions:=============================✅ What does “cherishing” someone really look like in your daily life?✅ In what ways might God be inviting you to experience His love through beauty, nature, or your senses?✅ Is there a relationship in your life—romantic or otherwise—that could be deepened through intentional appreciation or gratitude?✅ How has your view of intimacy with God shifted after this study?✅ What are the “back porch” moments in your life—those sacred, quiet spaces that connect you to the divine?=============================Bible Study Podcast: Channel Credits=============================🎙️ HOSTS:: Kristy Allen, Micah Harrison, Erin Marken🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Lepard Productions🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland A Product of Lepard Productions + The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO.© Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved