First Word with Pastor Dave Ostercamp
by Linwood Covenant Church · 42 episodes
ReligionSpiritualityChristianity
First Word offers a refreshing, inspiring start to your day — rooted in the Word, fueled by coffee and prepared to dive in. First Word is delivered primarily by Pastor Dave Ostercamp, Lead pastor at Linwood Covenant Church based in Linwood, Minnesota. Original music by Lonnie Moore. Original artwork by Emily Lemmon. Sound editing by Cris Stoltzman.
Latest episodes
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Episode 42: Signs of the Times
In Mark 13:1-13, Jesus and his disciples are leaving the temple in Jerusalem when one of the disciples remarks on the grandeur of the temple's architecture. Jesus responds by predi…
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11 min
Episode 41: Which Is The Most Important Commandment?
In Mark 12:22-34, we find Jesus engaged in a dialogue with a scribe who questions him about the greatest commandment. Jesus responds by quoting from the Hebrew Scriptures, affirmin…
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9 min
Episode 40: How Will Marrage Work In Heaven?
In Mark 12:18-27, Jesus is confronted by the Sadducees, a group of Jewish religious leaders who did not believe in the resurrection. They present him with a hypothetical scenario i…
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9 min
Episode 39: The Tax to Caesar
In Mark 12:13-17, Pharisees and Herodians attempt to trap Jesus with a question about paying taxes to Caesar. They ask if it's lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, hoping Jesus will eith…
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10 min
Episode 38: The Fig Tree
Mark 11:12-25 covers several events, including Jesus cursing a fig tree, cleansing the temple, and teaching about faith and prayer.
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11 min
Episode 37: The Royal Entry
Mark 11:1-11 describes Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, a significant event in the Christian tradition known as Palm Sunday.
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7 min
Episode 36: Bartimaeus
Mark 10:46-52 narrates the healing of Bartimaeus, a blind beggar, by Jesus.
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9 min
Episode 35: Journey to Jerusalem
In Mark 10:32-35, Jesus and his disciples journey towards Jerusalem, He takes the twelve aside and shares with them the details of what awaits Him in the holy city. He speaks of be…
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9 min
Episode 34: Jesus's Explaination on Divorce
Mark 10:1-16 addresses the sanctity of marriage, discouraging divorce except in cases of sexual immorality. Additionally, Jesus emphasizes the importance of childlike faith and ble…
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10 min
Episode 33: Selfless Living
Mark 9:38-50 presents a series of teachings by Jesus, covering topics such as tolerance, humility, and the seriousness of sin.
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8 min
Episode 32: The First and the Last
Mark 9:30-37 recounts a portion of Jesus' teachings where he predicts his death and resurrection and discusses the nature of true greatness in the Kingdom of God.
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12 min
Episode 31: The Boy with an Unclean Spirit
Mark 9:14-29 recounts the story of a boy with an unclean spirit and the disciples' inability to cast it out.
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10 min
Episode 30: The Transfiguration
Mark 9 : 2 - 13 The Transfiguration occurs on a mountain where Jesus takes three of his disciples—Peter, James, and John. As they watch, Jesus is transfigured before them, and his…
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10 min
Episode 29: The Cost of Discipleship
Mark 8:33 to Mark 9:1 presents a crucial moment in Jesus' ministry, emphasizing the challenging demands of discipleship, the divine purpose behind Jesus' sacrifice, and the affirma…
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7 min
Episode 28: What is the Mission of the Messiah?
In Mark 8 27-33, Jesus asks his disciples about public opinions concerning his identity. After hearing various responses, Peter declares that Jesus is the Christ. However, Jesus st…
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8 min
Episode 27: Eyes To See
Mark 8 22-30
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9 min
Episode 26: "Our Daily Bread"
Mark 8:13-21 recounts an incident where Jesus warns his disciples about the leaven of the Pharisees and Herod. The disciples, thinking Jesus is referring to physical bread, misunde…
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11 min
Episode 25: Healing Touch and Profound Lessons
The passage highlights Jesus' power over physical ailments, his compassion for the crowds, and the ongoing challenge of the disciples to understand the spiritual lessons he imparts…
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12 min
Episode 24: Purity of Heart - Beyond Traditions
Mark 7: 1-24 The Pharisees and scribes are questioning Jesus about the disciples' failure to follow the tradition of ritual handwashing before eating. Jesus responds by criticizing…
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8 min
Episode 23: Jesus Walks on Water and Calms the Sea
Mark 6: 46-56 After the miraculous feeding of the five thousand, Jesus compels his disciples to go ahead of him by boat to Bethsaida while he dismisses the crowd. Later, during the…