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Part one of Daniel (chapters 1–6) examines the choice between serving the eternal King and following worldly powers through Nebuchadnezzar’s dream, the image of the statue, and the feet of iron mixed with miry clay. Sharon shows Daniel’s role in Babylon, the faithfulness of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, the collusion of Rome and the Jewish aristocracy, and how Jesus fulfills the prophecy of the unhewn stone, leading to resurrection and the birth of the Church.

Sharon Doran walks through Daniel chapters 1–6, contrasting earthly power and corruption with God’s eternal rule. She covers the trial of Jesus, the role of the high priest and Roman authority, Nebuchadnezzar’s dreams, and the witness of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace. Listeners are invited to reflect on faithfulness under pressure, the identity of the true King, and how Scripture challenges believers to live and witness in a world of competing kingdoms.

Sharon Doran walks through Daniel chapters 1–6, retelling the exile stories, the fiery furnace rescue of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Nebuchadnezzar’s humbling and restoration, and Belshazzar’s fall. She draws spiritual lessons on God’s sovereignty, humility, faithfulness, and the transforming work of God in proud rulers and faithful servants.

Join Sharon Doran on Seeking Truth as she begins a study of the prophets with an overview of Daniel chapters 1–2. Sharon explains the role of prophets, connects baptismal identity to prophetic witness, and shares how John Singer Sargent’s murals inspired her parish. This episode recounts Daniel’s exile to Babylon, the renaming and assimilation efforts by Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel and his friends’ refusal to defile themselves, God’s granting of wisdom, and the king’s troubling dream that sets the stage for God’s revelation through Daniel.

Sharon Doran explores Daniel’s story in Babylon: forced assimilation, the renaming of Israel’s youths, and Daniel’s refusal to defile himself. She explains Nebuchadnezzar’s dream of the great statue and its prophetic interpretation, showing how earthly empires fall but Christ’s eternal kingdom — the stone not made by human hands — will prevail. This episode is part two of an overview of Prophets and Apostles from Seeking Truth with Sharon Doran.

Sharon Doran concludes her study of Mark, Chapter 16, reflecting on the torn heavens and temple curtain, the victory of Christ over sin and death, and the hope of the new covenant. She recounts Joseph of Arimathea’s burial, the faithful women at the tomb, and the surprising first appearance of the risen Jesus to Mary Magdalene. The episode invites listeners to trust through “tomb time,” recognize the reversal of curses into blessings, and follow Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life. Check out our website, SeekingTruth.net, where you will find many free video series with free study guide for individual or group learning!

In this episode Sharon Doran explores Mark 16: the resurrection appearances, why Jesus first appears to Mary Magdalene, and the powerful reversal of sin and curse in Christ. She highlights Mary as the apostle to the apostles, the disciples' unbelief, the signs accompanying believers, and the meaning of the ascension and the Eucharist as 'free bread' for the journey. Sharon connects Genesis and the fall to the new creation in Christ, emphasizes the restoration of equality between men and women, and encourages listeners to receive Christs rest and mission to share the gospel.

Sharon Doran studies Mark 14–15, focusing on Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane, his plea to the Father, and the spiritual and scriptural meaning of the hour. The episode examines Judas’ betrayal with the infamous kiss, Peter’s violent reaction and the healing of Malchus, and connects these events to themes of adoration, Eucharist, and mercy.

Sharon Doran walks through Mark 15, recounting Jesus’ trial, Peter’s denial and repentance, the mocking and crucifixion, and the fulfillment of prophecy. She reflects on mercy, the torn temple curtain that opens access to the Father, Simon of Cyrene’s role, and the centurion’s confession, and points listeners to SeekingTruth.net for further study.

Sharon Doran explores Mark 14:1-31, tracing three "Mark sandwiches": the widow's offering paired with the anointing at Bethany around the plot to kill Jesus; Judas's betrayal surrounding the anointing; and the Last Supper framed by betrayal and Peter's denial. The episode focuses on the unknown woman who anoints Jesus with expensive spikenard, her prophetic act foreshadowing his burial and highlighting Jesus as priest, king, and sacrificial lamb.

In Part 2 of the Gospel of Mark, Chapter 14, Sharon Doran explores the possibility that the unnamed woman who anoints Jesus is the Virgin Mary. Drawing on Scripture, Church tradition, and imagery from the Song of Songs and Psalms, she reflects on Mary as priest, prophet, and queen mother who anoints Christ for burial and reveals the spiritual marriage between Mother and Son. The episode weaves together the Last Supper, Judas's betrayal, the Eucharist, and Marian titles—inviting listeners to ponder Mary’s unique role in the passion narrative and how her example is remembered wherever the Gospel is proclaimed.

Sharon Doran studies Mark chapter 13 (the Olivet Discourse), tracing Jesus’ final teachings from the triumphal entry through Bethany and Bethphage, the raising of Lazarus, the cursed fig tree, and the corruption of the temple leadership. She explains how these events lead into Jesus’ prophecy of the temple’s destruction and the signs of suffering — false messiahs, wars, earthquakes, and famines — calling listeners to watchfulness and faith.

Sharon Doran explores Mark 13, explaining why Bethphage and the Sanhedrin mattered, the meaning behind the cursed fig tree and temple cleansing, and how Jesus’ Olivet discourse foretells persecution, false messiahs, and the destruction of the temple. The episode connects Jesus’ warnings to historical fulfillments and practical application: stay vigilant against deception, rely on the Spirit in suffering, and endure in faith.

Sharon Doran explores Mark 13, showing how Jesus' warnings about the desolating sacrilege were fulfilled in history — from Antiochus IV and Caligula to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD — and what it means for Christians to watch, endure, and rely on the Holy Spirit.

Sharon Doran explores Mark chapter 12 (part 1), focusing on Jesus’ journey to Jerusalem and the rich symbolism of the eastern gate. The episode traces connections from Mount Moriah and Abraham’s near-sacrifice to Jesus as the promised Lamb of God. Sharon highlights Mary as the Eastern Gate and the House of Gold, explaining traditions about her Immaculate Conception, presentation in the temple, and role as the vessel through which God enters creation. The talk ties these biblical and patristic images to the Eucharist and the temple’s imagery.