In this episode of The Knock Podcast, we sit down with Mark Joe, whose journey runs from prison cells and compulsive lying to radical honesty, real repentance, and a bold life with Jesus. Mark shares how a moment of clarity in solitary confinement—simply deciding to stop lying—became the first step God used to completely redirect his life. From there, he describes years of searching for truth, developing a deep prayer life, reading Scripture, and eventually being wrecked by God's grace in the back row of a church service that led him to finally surrender to Jesus.
Today, Mark runs Omen Coffee in the heart of a progressive city—not as a trendy business, but as a ministry ground zero. The shop has become a hub for young adults, Bible studies, baptisms, and conversations for people who are hungry for God but hesitant to walk into a traditional church. He talks about rebuilding his relationship and marriage through obedience, watching God restore what was broken, and why marketplace ministry and everyday boldness matter just as much as a pulpit. If you're wrestling with faith, frustrated with "church people," or just wondering if God is real, Mark's testimony will challenge you to open your Bible, talk to God honestly, and give Jesus a real chance.
If this story stirs something in you—pray on it.
If you're searching for more—lean in.
Because God is always knocking. The question is: will you answer?
YouTube Episode:https://youtu.be/DTJXsDMCtds
Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4RHnXYNOrJi4H0VSxMD9V8?si=2f5aa39a19cb4d06
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