"Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of his household, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone." Ephesians 2:19-20 -- We may not be foreigners and strangers in God's Kingdom, but Peter describes the Christians as "foreigners and exiles" as we live in the world (1 Peter 2:11-12). Though this world isn't our home, God has placed us here for a reason. This podcast is all about discovering where Christians fit within the modern scope of society... how we can be in the world, but not of the world. If you have a question or topic you want me to discuss in a future podcast, send me an email at foreignersandstrangers@gmail.com
In this episode, we dive into the message of Hebrews 2, concluding the introduction to the letter, and opening the door for God's message of hope to a persecuted people. Philo Have a question? Get in contact with me here! foreignersandstrangers@gmail.com Twitter Instagram Extra note on the pronoun translations in verses 8-9: The Greek actually uses a different word than the typical masculine pronoun, and the author uses one that is more specific to an individual (which is why translations like NASB and ESV translate "Namely, Jesus"). This doesn't alter the conclusion I came to in this episode, but it's very interesting.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the first chapter of Hebrews. This chapter is often overlooked because of the many literary intricacies that make it difficult to see the main point for a western, Gentile audience. Want to send me an email? You can do so with foreignersandstrangers@gmail.com Philo's View of God Twitter Instagram Normally I would include the Scriptural references too, but I'll leave it up to you to go on that journey of discovery!
In this episode, Justin provides some much needed background and context to set the stage for our study of the letter to the Hebrews. Twitter Instagram
In this episode, Justin looks at the verdict of the Derek Chauvin trial and calls into question the vast amount of celebratory responses from Christians. Scriptures Cited: Ephesians 5:15-17 Ephesians 6:12 2 Corinthians 5:16-17 Micah 6:8 John 8:2-11 Links: Diyn Mishpat
In this episode, Justin contests the claim that thinking "Jesus is Lord no matter who wins the election" is a toxic and apathetic mindset. Have a question? Want to submit a podcast topic? Send me an email! foreignersandstrangers@gmail.com Scripture References Philippians 4:4-6 James 1:2-4 Matthew 6:25-34 Mark 10:29-30
In this episode of the Foreigners and Strangers podcast, Justin goes over how despite the outcome of the 2020 United States Presidential Election, God is still sovereign. Episode Prompt: What modern cultural stance do you want me to talk about from a biblical perspective? Send responses to the prompt to foreignersandstrangers@gmail.com Scriptures Cited Romans 13:1-6 1 Timothy 2:1-4 2 Timothy 2:23-26 1 Peter 2:13-17
With the United States being thrown into one of the most grotesque elections ever, it's important as citizens of the Kingdom of God to know where we fit in. Do we choose one side over the other? What does the Bible say about all of this? How should we...
What is the podcast all about? This brief introduction sums it up pretty well!Have a question or topic you want me to talk about? Send me an email at foreignersandstrangers@gmail.com
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