In this episode of My Bible Life Podcast, we continue our verse-by-verse journey through the Gospel of Mark as Pilate faces a defining decision. Knowing Jesus is innocent, Pilate offers the crowd a choice: Jesus or Barabbas. The crowd chooses Barabbas, and Jesus is delivered to be crucified.

Together, we explore in Mark 15:6-15 the historical context, cultural customs, and spiritual lessons behind this moment, and what it teaches us about pressure, approval, and choosing truth when obedience is costly.

This episode is part of a verse-by-verse journey through the Gospel of Mark.

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Next week, we continue in the Gospel of Mark as The Soldiers Mock Jesus (Mark 15:16–20)

Jesus Delivered to Pilate | Authority in Silence – Mark 15:1–5

As Jesus is delivered to the Roman governor Pilate, He is accused, questioned, and pressured — yet He responds with calm restraint. Instead of defending Himself, Jesus chooses silence, revealing an authority that does not rely on words, power, or control.

In this episode of My Bible Life Podcast, Vanessa Upkins walks verse by verse through Mark 15:1–5, exploring the historical setting, Pilate’s role, and why Jesus’ silence was not weakness, but confident trust in the Father’s plan.

This episode is part of a verse-by-verse journey through the Gospel of Mark.

Scripture Focus: Mark 15:1–5 (ESV)

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Next week, we’ll continue in Mark 15 as the crowd is given a choice — and we’ll see how fear and truth collide.

Peter Denies Jesus | When Fear Speaks Louder Than Faith

Mark 14:66–72

Peter once boldly promised Jesus that he would never fall away — yet on the very night of Jesus’ trial, Peter denied knowing Him three times. In this episode, we explore how fear, pressure, and distance led to Peter’s denial, and how his weakness opened the door to repentance and restoration.

Join Vanessa Upkins on the My Bible Life Podcast as we walk verse by verse through Mark 14:66–72, uncovering the danger of following Jesus at a distance and the hope found in God’s grace when we fail.

Scripture Focus: Mark 14:66–72 (ESV)

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Next week, we continue in the Gospel of Mark as Jesus stands before Pilate — revealing truth, authority, and sacrifice.

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