Hidden Heroes · Week 2
Primary Scriptures:
John 19:38–42 · Mark 15:42–46 · Matthew 27:57–60 · Luke 23:50–53
Isaiah 53:9 (fulfillment of prophecy)
(World English Bible)
Episode Summary
What does faith look like when it arrives after the outcome is already decided?
In this episode of The Bible Unplugged, we slow down and look closely at the brief but powerful appearance of Joseph of Arimathea—a man who steps forward when everything seems finished, hope appears lost, and public association with Jesus carries real cost.
Joseph had remained silent while Jesus was alive. But when the cross goes dark and the disciples scatter, Joseph does something quietly courageous: he steps into the open, risks everything, and honors Jesus when there is nothing left to gain.
This episode explores a different kind of faith—one that does not rescue, reverse, or fix the past, but still chooses dignity, love, and obedience.
In This Episode, You’ll Hear:
Why the burial of Jesus was urgent, dangerous, and deeply risky
What the Gospels reveal about Joseph’s status, fear, and hidden faith
Why asking Pilate for Jesus’ body was a public act of courage
The significance of Joseph offering his own new tomb
How Isaiah 53:9 is quietly fulfilled—without Joseph even knowing it
Why faith that feels “late” can still matter deeply to God
How obedience offered after loss still carries meaning and power
A Key Insight
Joseph’s obedience did not change what happened.
Jesus was still crucified. The loss was still real.
But Joseph’s obedience changed how the story was honored.
This episode invites us to consider:
What does faith look like when we can’t undo the past—but we can still choose how we respond?
Pray As You Go (Breath Prayer)
As you move through your week, carry this simple prayer with you:
“Give me strength…
to stand for You.”
Let it anchor you in moments when courage feels costly and faith feels quiet.
A Challenge for the Week
Notice one place where your faith has remained quiet because of fear, position, or uncertainty.
Then take one small step—not dramatic, not performative—just honest.
Let your private faith become a lived response.
Coming Up Next
In the next episode, we stay with this theme of faith unfolding over time as we look more closely at Nicodemus—the man who came to Jesus by night… and returned when the world went dark.
About The Bible Unplugged
The Bible Unplugged is a reflective, story-driven podcast that slows down the biblical narrative to explore overlooked moments, hidden people, and the quiet ways God works through ordinary faith.
Disclaimers
All opinions expressed are those of the host.
All Scripture quotations are from the World English Bible (public domain).
Theme music: “Awesome Call” by Kevin MacLeod (Creative Commons).
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