Enter the Word

In this morning broadcast, Captain Jon Gainey will present a case for a better biblical, theological understanding of John Nelson Darby's often accepted, but mistaken, explanation of Jesus' eschatological teaching in Matthew 24:40-41. Darby's teaching, in the 1800s, has spread throughout some denominations in the form of what is called Dispensational Premillennialism, an eschatological theology that includes the concept of a premillennial rapture. Captain Gainey will be referring to his own book entitled, "Swim: Into the Jewish Depths of the Christian Bible," as a resource for the presentation, which will include multiple Scripture passages.

In this episode, the ETW panel will be discussing Jesus' teaching of what it means for him to be the "good shepherd" in contrast to the "hired hand." Why would a shepherd be willing to die for the sheep? Wouldn't the death of the shepherd make the sheep vulnerable to death too? Join us tonight.

In this episode of ETW, the panel will continue the discussion of Jesus' parable in John 10:1-10. In Part 2, we will talk about how Jesus changes the metaphor from a gatekeeper and a shepherd, being two different characters, to the gatekeeper and the shepherd being the same person.

In this episode of ETW, Dr. Lois Tverberg, Steve Poarch, Mark Gilliam, John Birks, and Jon Gainey discuss Jesus' parable of the The Good Shepherd and His Sheep. Looking at only the first 10 verses, we will Jesus' references to the gate and shepherd of the sheep pen and the sheep, and why this would have upset some of his listeners.

In this episode of ETW, the panel will discuss the difference between the spiritual blindness of those who are looking for the One God sent to reveal himself to the world and those who are are unable to recognize him.

In this episode, the ETW panel discusses the continuation of the the Pharisees interrogation of the man Jesus healed from congenital blindness, which is a result of their own spiritual blindness.

In this episode the ETW panel will discuss the investigation of Jesus' healing of the man born blind by the synagogue authorities. In this passage of Scripture from John 9:13-23, we will see that the legalistic teachers of the oral laws have the authority to turn a miracle of great compassion into an opportunity to punish the blessed.

What is it that gives life meaning? Pleasure? Leisure? Or is it something much more challenging and difficult that somehow makes life worth living?

In this episode of ETW, the panel (Claudia Newman, Ronnie Gainey, and Jon Gainey) will discuss Jesus' method of healing a man born blind, and the subsequent requirement for the man to go to the "Pool of Siloam."

In this episode of ETW, the panel will discuss the last 12 verses of John 8 in which Jesus' audience accuses Jesus of being their enemy--calling him demon-possessed.

In this episode, the ETW panel will be discussing the second half of Jesus' conversation with his opponents in which he accuses them of being children of the devil.

In this episode of ETW, the panel will be discussing who Jesus says his opponents' father is.

In this ETW episode, the panel will be discussing John 8:21-30, in which Jesus' discussion with his opposition, concerning who he claims to me, is met with less than accepting responses. Grace and peace!

In this ETW episode, the panel will be discussing the questioning of Jesus authority by some of the temple authorities. Here we will see that Jesus refers to himself as the of the world, which brings the temple authorities in sharp dispute with him.

In this episode of ETW, the panel will discuss the controversial pericope of John 7:53-8:11, which many commentary authors refuse to mention. Join us to find out why this passage of Scripture has produced so much criticism throughout the last 2,000 years.

In this episode of Enter the Word, the panel will be discussing the response to the Jewish leaders at the temple, who have ordered Jesus arrest, but to their frustration, the temple guards are not so convinced that Jesus should be arrested.

In this epoisode of ETW, the panel will discuss the Jewish crowd's questions about who Jesus is as he teaches in the temple courts, during the Festival of Tabernacles. Furthermore, as Jesus teaches, the temple guards are looking for the optimal time to arrest him. Grace and peace!

In this episode, the Enter the Word panel discusses Jesus' teaching at the temple in Jerusalem, during the Feast of Tabernacles. After choosing to enter Jerusalem alone, halfway through the 6 to 7 day feast, Jesus decided to enter the temple and share as a teacher with "authority."

In this message, Jon Gainey talks about Jesus' message at the temple, during the Feast of Tabernacles, telling his listeners, "I AM the light of the world." Context of the activities at this ancient festival, which was the favorite of the three major feasts for most ancient Jews, helps to clarify the importance, and offense, of Jesus' statements.

In this episode of Enter the Word, the panel will discuss Jesus' secret entry into the Feast of Tabernacles and the desire of his brothers' (Mary and Joseph's other sons) desire that he go in full view of everyone in hopes of him becoming a public figure.

In this episode of ETW, Captain Jon Gainey gives a message from John 13:34-35 in which he shares the new command Jesus gave to his disciples. In this new command is instructions to love one another as Jesus loved us, which is a specifically powerful kind of love.

In this episode of ETW, Captain Jon Gainey shares a message from Joshua 2 in which he teaches on that anyone can be "rescued" by Christ, regardless of their sins.

In this episode, the ETW panel will be discussing another portion of John 6 in which Jesus describes himself, in contrast to the manna provided for the Israelites in the desert during the exile from Egypt, as the Bread from Heaven.

In this episode, the ETW panel will be discussing John 6:16-29, which includes the stories of Jesus walking on water and his response to those who followed him after they experienced the miracle of Jesus multiplying the bread and fish to feed thousands.

In this episode of Enter the Word, Jon Gainey and a few friends will be discussing Jesus' miraculous provision of a meal for thousands of people with nothing more than 5 bread cakes and 2 small fish.

In this episode of Enter the Word, Jon Gainey and a few friends get back together to talk about Jesus' teaching of those who testify about him. Join us with your comments, questions, and insights.

In this episode, Captain Jon Gainey shares an Advent message about the gift of Christ's generative love, which he shared in his command to "love one another."

In this episode, the ETW panel discusses Jesus' authority as his actions and words are questioned by the Jewish authorities in Jerusalem after he healed a paralyzed man at the Pool of Bethesda in Jerusalem.

In this Enter the Word broadcast, the panel returns after a 2-week hiatus (due to scheduling conflicts) to continue exegeting the Gospel of John. Tonight, the ETW panel will discuss John 5:1-15 and Jesus' healing of a paralyzed man, who spent 38 years living on superstitious beliefs and an attitude of victimization and excuse-making. Join us as we discuss this passage in John which includes some interesting insights and textual controversies.

In this episode, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey talks about a passive-aggressive strategy that fills many conversations in the current climate of division and anger, and what Scripture offers in the way of helping Jesus followers avoid this destroyer of communal peace.

In this episode, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey presents Jesus' teaching on how his disciples are to fast. Looking at a portion of Jesus' "Sermon on the Mount" in Matthew 6:16-18, we see that Jesus encourages his followers to fast. Although ancient people were familiar with the multiple benefits of fasting, people today are finally becoming aware of the invaluable, positive outcomes that fasting provides for the human body, mind, and spirit.

In this episode, the ETW panel will discuss Jesus' welcome to the community in Galilee after spending 2 days with the Samaritan believers. When he enters Galilee, John reminds his readers of Jesus' proverbial saying that a prophet is not honored in his hometown, which is immediately followed by an official's request for Jesus to heal his son.

This episode presents Jon Gainey's sermon from Exodus 33:12-14 in which Moses wants to know who is going with him on his journey to the Promised Land. There is an epidemic of loneliness in our world and that loneliness disappears when we know we are not alone.

In this episode, looking at John 4:25-42, the ETW panel continues the discussion of Jesus and his conversation and experience with the Samaritan woman he met at Jacob's well. 1 People Reached 0 Engagements Boost Unavailable   Like   Comment   Share    

In this episode, the ETW panel will be discussing John 4:1-24 in which Jesus' interaction with a Samaritan woman who came to retrieve water at Jacob's well.

In this episode, Pastor Gordy Williams, Pastor Daniel Hurner, and Captain Jon Gainey discuss Chris Culquitt's article, "How Things Have Changed: Reflections of a Millennial Pastor in a Gen Z World", published by thegospelcoalition.com, in which Culquitt describes his reflections as a Millennial pastor in a Gen Z world.

In this episode, Pastor Gordy Williams and Captain Dr. Jon Gainey discuss the precarious situation of impending, pastor resignations, predicted as a result of the COVID-19 crisis, stating, "Our pastors are in the middle of a battle that most believe they cannot win."

In this episode, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey talks about the Win or Win options of following Jesus. Whether he lives or is executed, using Spirit-driven, directional thinking, the Apostle Paul saw both options as a win.

In this episode, the ETW panel discusses John the Evangelist's reflections on chapter 3, contrasting himself, one from earth, with Jesus, The One from Heaven.

In this episode, Captain Jon Gainey talks about "Superior Subordinates," Christians who judge one another because of one another's convictions of how religiously rigid or relaxed believers should be regarding their faith.

In this episode, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey explains the process of conversion as it relates to the order of salvation in Wesleyan-Arminian soteriology. Bibliography: Thomas C. Oden, Classic Christianity: A Systematic Theology

In this episode, the ETW panel of teachers discusses John's response to his disciples' criticism of Jesus ministry success.

It was not long ago that "Cool Church" was all the rage. In this ETW episode, Pastor Gordy Williams and Captain Jon Gainey discuss the challenges and pitfalls of trying to make church relevant in order to please an ever-changing culture.

In this episode, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey describes how Moses met the God of Purpose, and how this same God gives purpose to all creation--including you and me.

In this ETW episode, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey teaches about the doctrine of justification, which is included in the ordo salutis of Wesleyan-Arminian soteriology. Bibliography: Salvation Story: Salvationist Handbook of Doctrine Thomas Oden, Classic Christianity: A Systematic Theology Roger Olson, Arminian Theology: Myths and Realities Matt O'Reilly, online, August 29, 2020 @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55i6wzY6LyI  

In this episode, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey preaches about the importance of accepting trouble in this world while experiencing the peace given to every follower of Christ.

In this episode of Enter the Word, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey explains the grace that comes before conviction and justification, giving every human being the opportunity to utilize their God-given gift of free will to respond to God's saving grace. Bibliography: Dr. Charles Gutenson online @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG-AUaFgFbM&t=189s Genetic Turning Points: The Ethics of Human Genetic Intervention, James C. Peterson Classic Christianity: A Systematic Theology, Thomas C. Oden

In this episode, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey teaches about the Christian Atonement and goes through 7 atonement theories offered throughout Church history. Bibliography: Salvation Story: Salvationist Handbook of Doctrine John Wesley's Teachings: Volume 2, Christ And Salvation, Thomas C. Oden N.T. Wright: “Do You Believe in Penal Substitution” Online, August 9, 2020 @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkXI3... Classic Christianity: A Systematic Theology, Thomas C. Oden

In this sermon, Captain Jon Gainey teaches about the importance of correctly interpreting and living the Word of God.

In this episode, Captain Jon Gainey explains the differences between the Calvinist and Wesleyan-Arminian order of salvation.  Bibliography: Classic Christianity: A Systematic Theology, Thomas Oden Roger Olson, "An Arminian Ordo Salutis (Order of Salvation)" online @ https://www.patheos.com/blogs/rogereolson/2013/08/an-arminian-ordo-salutis-order-of-salvation/ https://carm.org/what-is-the-ordo-salutis

In this message from Sunday, July 26, 2020, Captain Dr. Jon Gainey talks about the mysterious practice of prayer and how it can sometimes seem complicated to many believers. Some are intimidated by this spiritual practice. However, there is no need to be intimidated when we know the Holy Spirit helps us. Grace and peace, JG