Podcasts about could jesus

In our bustling modern churches, it's easy to get lost in numbers, programs, and activities, losing sight of the true purpose of our gathering. Could Jesus be pleased with what He finds when He steps into our churches today? As we examine this profound question, delve into the biblical story of Jesus cleansing the temple (Matthew 21:12-17), reminding us of the importance of prayer, inclusivity, and genuine transformation over mere religious activity. Rediscover how these principles help foster a community rooted in faith, hope, and love rather than performance. Explore the implications of Jesus deeming the temple a "den of robbers" and His declaration that it should be "a house of prayer." This message urges us to evaluate our priorities – are we creating a place where prayer is central, everyone is welcome, and lives are transformed? Understanding these elements is crucial for nurturing a church that truly reflects God's heart.Join us as we uncover how Jesus reexamined the practices within His Father's house and called for a renewal focused on worship, prayer, and genuine heart transformation. Through embracing these timeless principles, we can revive the essential essence of our communities and witness the life-changing power of God at work.Discover how you can align your local church's activities with God's heart and mission. Ensure you're part of a community that calls on His power through prayer, invites everyone to the table, and celebrates His transformative work.Our mission is to help you become a passionate follower of Jesus so you can experience the life He intended for you and encourage others to do the same. Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to stay updated with our content ⏩.LIKE ✔️, SHARE

Could Jesus be the answer you've been searching for? John's Gospel invites us to come and see who Jesus really is—not just a good teacher, but God in the flesh. Written decades after the other Gospels, John's purpose is clear: to reveal Jesus as the eternal Word, the light in the darkness, and the only way to true life (John 1:1, John 14:6).This isn't just about eternity; it's about a rich and fulfilling life right now (John 10:10). From the very beginning, Jesus was there—God's Word made flesh, dwelling among us. Will you come and see for yourself?#ComeAndSee #JesusIsTheAnswer #GospelOfJohn #CrossBridgeChurch

Question: Can you help me with this question: “If Jesus died for all and has legally purchased all through substitutionary atonement, then how can those people go to hell? That would be a ‘Double Jeopardy' of the sins of those people being paid for twice.” This is my husband's main question and I would really appreciate help with it based on Calvinism.Response: The Bible says that God wants all to be saved: “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance” (2 Pet 3:9). But the Bible also says that not all will be saved (Matt 7:21-23; Lk 13:22-27, etc). Nevertheless, the Bible also tells us that God is all powerful (Ps 147:5; Jer 32:17; Matt 19:26, etc).Calvinism has its own explanation. They strive to make things add up. “If God is all powerful,” the reasoning goes, “and God wants all people to be saved, then all people will be saved. Since not all people will be saved, Christ must have died only for some; God must not want all to be saved.”This is unbiblical according to the much-explained John 3:16 (what “world” means), and the blunt statement of 1 John 2:1-2: “And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.” But to some, it makes nice, theological sense. This is, however, putting one's reason above God's Word; believing what makes sense rather than believing all of what God has said. As Dave Hunt wrote in Calvin's Dilemma: God's Sovereignty vs. Man's Free Will (pp 9-10), “William L. Pettingill wrote, ‘God insists upon His sovereignty and also upon man's responsibility. Believe both and preach both, leaving the task of ‘harmonizing' with Him.' In a similar vein, A. T. Pierson, although a leading Presbyterian, declared that both ‘the sovereign will of God and the freedom of man' are taught in Scripture and that ‘if we cannot reconcile these two, it is because the subject is so infinitely lifted up above us. Man is free.... Thus the last great invitation in God's Book is an appeal to the will.'“Unfortunately, neither John Calvin nor many of his followers today have been willing to accept both sides of this biblical teaching. The result has been devastating in its consequences for the gospel: that man can only reject Christ; he cannot accept and believe in Him unless he is sovereignly regenerated by God. Calvinism refuses to accept what so many great evangelists have recognized is vital. Edgar Mullins expresses very well the essential balance that is missing:“‘Free will in man is as fundamental a truth as any other in the gospel and must never be canceled in our doctrinal statements. Man would not be man without it and God never robs us of our true moral manhood in saving us.... The decree of salvation must be looked at as a whole to understand it. Some have looked at God's choice alone and ignored the means and the necessary choice on man's part.'”

Questions Covered: 04:19 – Was the power of binding and loosing meant to be passed down indefinitely? 14:16 – How does the Church minister to veterans who carry the burden of the memories of war? 20:11 – Does suffering necessitate consciousness? 22:35 – Could we use historical claims in favor of Catholicism as an apologetical strategy? 29:10 – How do I explain the idea of infant baptism to a protestant who is considering Catholicism? 36:01 – Why do we refer to Jesus returning as the second coming if technically it would be the third if we count his resurrection as another coming? 40:57 – I'm moving to a retirement community where they only offer one mass a month and don't have the ability to drive. Is it okay for me to attend ecumenical services? 44:18 – Could Jesus have manifested through a different cultural lens in other places of the world? 46:28 – If technologies like contraception are bad then how come other technologies like pacemakers are good and permissible? 51:59 – Was polygamy a part of God’s permissive will? …

In this week's message, we dive into the next part of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, where He seemingly places Ask, Seek & Knock—along with a powerful reminder of our Heavenly Father's goodness—right in the middle of a conversation about relationships.Is this just an odd placement, or is it divine design? Could Jesus be showing us that the key to handling relationships isn't just patience or wisdom, but an active, pursuing relationship with God?Join us as we unpack Matthew 7:1-12 and discover how seeking God first transforms the way we interact with others.

Questions Covered: 05:58 – Why do some Catholics believe in the 3 days of darkness and others don't? 15:20 – Where is a good place for a fallen away Catholic to start in the bible? 20:05 – Why does the Catholic Church ignore what the bible teaches? 41:25 – What did Jesus mean when he called Peter the rock? Could Jesus have been referring to the original cornerstone of the second temple, which now sits in the golden dome Mosque? 44:11 – Where in the bible does it talk about fornication being a sin? 47:44 – Can we have masses offered for family that are still alive? 49:40 – What does it take for a law to be officially promulgated in the Church? 51:26 – Why is Isaiah 7:14 translated to young woman instead of virgin? …

What if Jesus moonlighted as a globetrotting rock star during his "lost years?" Buckle up for a hilarious odyssey through history and imagination as we stitch together tales of Jesus' rumored adventures in places like Japan and India, with a touch of musical flair. Imagine Jesus, or Issa as he's sometimes called, strumming a guitar on the Silk Road, earning the moniker "six-string savior" in a mythical band of holy rollers. We playfully reimagine Jesus' journey from boyhood to spiritual rockstar, studying under Buddha's tutelage in India, and perhaps even jamming with Siddha yogis. The mysterious "Scrolls of Isa," possibly hidden away in Tibetan monasteries, spark our curiosity about the intriguing intersections of mythology and reality, all wrapped in comedic banter and whimsical musings.Our playful exploration doesn't stop there. We ponder connections between Christian and Eastern traditions, speculating on cultural exchanges and shared spiritual practices that may have shaped religious history. Could Jesus' miraculous deeds be linked to yogic powers, or are they simply tales spun from cultural encounters? With a nod to pop culture icons like Spider-Man and the Beatles, we humorously contemplate Jesus' potential influences and inspirations. As we sign off with a cheeky farewell, we remind our listeners to support their local comic shops and prepare for whatever adventures await in future episodes.

For a Christmas Eve special, Rev Justin Coleman and Andy Walsh PhD discuss what variable about Jesus could change in different universes and which aspects of Jesus would have to be the same in every universe! Is our Christmas story the only one and is it good enough for all creation across all universes? Or, is there a different Christmas story in every universe?!.Does a multiverse exist? Can we go to the multiverse? What is the meaning of multiverse? What are the natures of Jesus? Can God change? What is process theology? Is a multiverse necessary for an infinitely good God to continue to do infinite good actions? Could Jesus be a dinosaur? Could Jesus atone for creation in different ways across different universes? What if sin never occurred? What if Jesus never had any disciples? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now!.Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store!.Get Andy's book, "Faith Across the Multiverse":https://www.amazon.com/Faith-across-Multiverse-Parables-Science-ebook/dp/B0B1GYY3NC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LUWXQAGWVIUG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._liecpkhmOGvu46z27QXIHkvHKdkjhkhza3BRlAt-HyaT1kgc03pEmulY6Oh-rUw.2302ty0sw3fpKMvj_rsH6tj8J_PoOKdOI24sFNZis7E&dib_tag=se&keywords=faith+across+the+multiverse&qid=1734804185&sprefix=faith+across+t%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-1.Check out all of Justin's episodes:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f7586782-3eb9-4d2b-84ce-54cae90443d0.Don't miss any episodes with Andy:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/c86f7a67-357b-4324-bf95-e42cedb9932aMentioned in this episode:Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP NetworkCheck out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/Systematic GeekologyOur show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities.Support us on CaptivateYou can sponsor our show and get access to bonus content through CaptivateAnazao Ministries Podcasts NetworkCheck out all of the AMP Network shows on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!YouTubeFollow us on YouTube!YouTube

Could Jesus really be asking us to hate our families? - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today's readings. What does it mean for you to give God the first place in your life? What are the fears that Jesus is inviting you to confront? Have you been able to persevere in spite of the opposition you've found around you? What fruits have come out of that perseverance?

1) Where did all the cattle and sheep come from to meet the required sacrifices in the wilderness? 2) Are the people in the Middle East who call themselves Jews really Israel? 3) Did Melchizedek have parents? 4) Could Jesus have sinned? 5) Should the church be involved in politics? 6) Was the provision of a donkey for Jesus to ride on in Luke 22 a miracle?

1) Where did all the cattle and sheep come from to meet the required sacrifices in the wilderness? 2) Are the people in the Middle East who call themselves Jews really Israel? 3) Did Melchizedek have parents? 4) Could Jesus have sinned? 5) Should the church be involved in politics? 6) Was the provision of a donkey for Jesus to ride on in Luke 22 a miracle?

Audio taken from the live teaching "Could Jesus Return This Year?" - https://youtu.be/t2CB2YBQuLoAs you have often heard me teach through the years, there is debate among Christians concerning the timing of the return of the Lord and the doctrine of the Rapture. In recent months we have seen the possibility of a regional war escalating in the Middle East, threats of the use of nuclear weapons, unprecedented floods, back-to-back hurricanes, predictions of another, possibly greater, pandemic, and calls for a one-world government and monetary system. These are the "signs of the times" that tell us that the rapture of the church is imminent.In today's Bible study, I will cover these 3 questions of great consequence:1. What does "imminency" mean?2. What does "Maranatha" mean?3. Could Jesus return this year?Key Scriptures for today's teaching: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9Other Scriptures in this study: 1 Thessalonians 1:10, James 5:7-9, 1 Corinthians 16:22-24If you prayed with Tiff, click here https://lostlamb.org/just-got-saved and let him know! Thank you for listening, and subscribe for new content each week. Connect with Tiff Shuttlesworth:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LostLambAssociation/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffshuttlesworth/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffshuttleswor Learn more about my ministry: https://lostlamb.org/ Learn more about my ministry in Canada: https://www.lostlamb.ca

Subject: Mark Speaker or Performer: Bro. Cody Roberts Scripture Passage(s): Mark 2:13-22 Date of Delivery: September 22, 2024

Friday, 13 September 2024   Now when the tempter came to Him, he said, “If You are the Son of God, command that these stones become bread.” Matthew 4:3   “And having come, the one tempting, he said to Him, ‘If Son – you are – of God, speak, that these stones – they might become bread'” (CG).   The previous verse noted that after forty days and forty nights of fasting, Jesus was hungry. Because of that weakened state, it next says, “And having come, the one tempting.”   The idea of “having come,” is one of nearness. The tempter came near to Jesus, but this does not mean he came physically. The Lord would speak to the prophets of old so that they audibly heard Him, but there was no physical presence. Likewise, Peter says this –   “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9 Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.” 1 Peter 5:8, 9   There is nothing to suggest that the tempter appears to people in a visible form. Rather, a spiritual battle is what believers are engaged in. As for the word “tempter,” it is the same word just used in verse 4:1, peirazó. At that time, it was translated as “test,” rather than tempt.   Jesus went through an extended period of testing which now culminates in being tempted by the tempter. As noted, HELPS Word Studies says, “Context alone determines which sense is intended, or if both apply simultaneously.”   Jesus will be tempted in three ways that practically mirror what happened with Adam in the Garden of Eden. That begins with the words, “he said to Him, ‘If Son – you are – of God.'”   The word Son is in the emphatic position, and thus, the temptation is based on that premise. As for the word “if,” the Greek word is ei. It does not suggest any doubt. Rather, the words presume that Jesus is the Son of God. It would be like someone saying to a very strong person, “If you are so strong, why don't you use your strength in this case?”   The tempter fully realizes that Jesus is the Son of God and is working out his temptation based on that premise. And so, he continues with the words, “speak, that these stones – they might become bread.”   Here, the word stones is plural. In Luke 4, it is singular – this stone. It may be that the words were first stated in general. Look around you at all these stones (the area is a very rocky place). With that, the tempter may have focused on a single stone that looked exceedingly like a loaf of bread, highlighting the temptation and tempting Jesus even further, “This one! Look at how tasty it could be... go ahead and command it!”   As for the temptation, in the garden, the devil said to the woman, “For God knows that in the day you eat of it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil” (Genesis 3:5). The tempter knows that Jesus is like God because He is the Son of God, and so instead of tempting Him with becoming like God, He tempts Him with what God can do.   However, this is testing of Jesus' humanity, not His deity. In other words, it says in Hebrews –   “Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. 15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:14-16   The devil gained possession of the rights to mankind by causing man to sin. If Jesus the Man were to prevail over the tempter and to also fulfill God's law as a Man, that right would be restored to Him. If Jesus, however, were to rely on His deity to overcome the works of the devil, there would be no transfer of rights.   The story of Ruth gives detailed insights into this transfer of rights between people. Sin is what necessitated Jesus' incarnation. His state as a Man who can regain the right to humanity is what is under consideration.   The age-old question of “Could Jesus sin?” is what is brought into focus here. This is known as the doctrine of impeccability. The tempter obviously felt He could. The account of Jesus' life, however, bears out that He did not.   Going back to Matthew 3:17, the voice from the heavens audibly proclaimed that Jesus is God's Son of whom God had approved. Looking around at all of the stones in His extreme hunger, it would have been an enormous temptation to appease Himself by using His divine power to satisfy His human needs. But it would have marred the entire purpose of His incarnation.   Therefore, He resisted the temptation, as will be seen in the coming verse.   Life application: Jesus prevailed over the temptation before Him. In our faith in Jesus, we are brought into a state of salvation because we transfer our headship from Adam to Him. The authority the devil possesses over humanity is broken through our faith. However, our trials do not end. In fact, they often become more pronounced –   “For, in fact, we told you before when we were with you that we would suffer tribulation, just as it happened, and you know. 5 For this reason, when I could no longer endure it, I sent to know your faith, lest by some means the tempter had tempted you, and our labor might be in vain.” 1 Thessalonians 3:4, 5   The devil understands our new position in Christ, and he wants nothing more than to disarm our power in Him. The power we are given is our faith. And our faith leads us to share with others the faith we possess. Paul continues –   “But now that Timothy has come to us from you, and brought us good news of your faith and love, and that you always have good remembrance of us, greatly desiring to see us, as we also to see you— 7 therefore, brethren, in all our affliction and distress we were comforted concerning you by your faith. 8 For now we live, if you stand fast in the Lord.” 1 Thessalonians 3:6-8   If our faith is weakened, then our testimony is weakened. When that happens, we are no longer telling others about Jesus, and souls that could be transferred from Adam to Jesus will never hear the gospel. The devil did not want Jesus to prevail because he hates humanity and wants nothing more than for it to be eternally condemned. However, Jesus prevailed, and His offer stands for all people to receive. But this is only going to come about by people of faith telling others the good news.   Let us hold fast, remain strong in the faith, and rely wholly on the strength of the good news of Jesus Christ to carry us through our lives as we continue to boldly proclaim what we know – for the salvation of others and to the glory of God.   Lord God Almighty, give us the strength, wisdom, and endurance to continue in our faith all of our days so that we will boldly and effectively tell others about the goodness of God in Christ. May it be so, to Your glory. Amen.  

Could Jesus step into our reversals and use them for his glory? Could people who are running for their lives actually extend Christ's Kingdom? It happened early in the history of the church and it has not stopped!

Today, a pastor from Switch Youth answers the top ten questions that teens are afraid to ask. And not one of them was about sex, so you know he's super in touch with modern teens.Cards:I do Ray Comfort's Job For Him!

Could Jesus live in Corinth? In our opening lesson exploring First Corinthians, we are going to put on a set of lenses to see the church and the world anew. These 7 lenses show how a Christian can navigate their way in a dark world and yet see others (and themselves) in the light of hope. Yes, Jesus could live in Corinth. The pressing question then is whether Corinth will see Jesus in us.The sermon today is titled "7 Lenses For Christians In Corinth." It is the first installment in our series "City Lights: Bearing Witness To A Culture In Crisis." The Scripture reading is from Ephesians 4:3-6 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on August 18, 2024. All lessons fit under one of 5 broad categories: Begin, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide and even kids notes on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Life is a process. We know that if we've lived very long at all. And this week, we're talking about the process of trusting God.John 16:24 says, “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.”Could Jesus meet our needs by just giving us something instantly? Of course. He made everything! And sometimes He does that; the miracles He performed that are recorded in the New Testament tell us that He often instantly met a person's need.But He doesn't always work that way. And that's because Jesus loves to teach us.In the book of John, He is telling us the steps necessary to trust Him for provision. First, we ask. Then we learn to receive His good gifts. Finally, we feel real joy, because we know exactly where it came from.This process is designed to teach us faith, and then to be genuinely appreciative to the Lord for meeting our needs. All through the Bible, we are told that He delights in helping us, in loving us through tough times. The older we get, the more we're able to look back and see that He and He alone brought us through. There is usually no other explanation. And that is called a miracle.Let's pray. Lord, we are dependent on you for everything, and we are blessed that you are our Source. In Jesus' name, amen.Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

Something went wrong at a wedding! Could Jesus fix it? Would he even do a miracle to bringjoy to the wedding? Find out what strange thing Jesus told his helpers to do and also learnabout the slow moving sloth in part B. Mem vs. John 2:5. Check out this week's coloring pagesat https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ Child helpers: Cora, Eliza, Patience, and Heidi.Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. LarsonDon't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website:www.startingwithjesus.comThe Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used withpermission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-orcall 1-877-242-5317.If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita HillsStore (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=).Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, NewSabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs ForJesus, and Scripture Songs and Little LessonsAll Bible verses are from the NKJV.Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy NelsonEditing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh LarsonMusic Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy HallColoring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie RodriguezTheme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.comGod: who gives talents for us to use for Him

Something went wrong at a wedding! Could Jesus fix it? Would he even do a miracle to bringjoy to the wedding? Find out what strange thing Jesus told his helpers to do and also learnabout the slow moving sloth in part B. Mem vs. John 2:5. Check out this week's coloring pagesat https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ Child helpers: Cora, Eliza, Patience, and Heidi.Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. LarsonDon't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website:www.startingwithjesus.comThe Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used withpermission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-orcall 1-877-242-5317.If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita HillsStore (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=).Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, NewSabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs ForJesus, and Scripture Songs and Little LessonsAll Bible verses are from the NKJV.Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy NelsonEditing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh LarsonMusic Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy HallColoring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie RodriguezTheme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.comGod: who gives talents for us to use for Him

Could Jesus have been a good teacher, or a moral prophet or a liar, or a lunatic? Or is He Lord?

Today's story is found in your Bibles - you can read it in Luke 17:11-19 - Jesus heals 10 lepers. It all started with ten men who were very sick. They had leprosy—a sickness where they had red lumps and bumps on their body. The worst part about leprosy was nobody could touch you, or else they'd get sick, too! So the ten men with leprosy weren't allowed to live inside their village. They stayed outside, and they must have been pretty sad.  But one day, Jesus was walking to Jerusalem when he came across the village where the lepers lived. One of the lepers sprang to his feet when he saw Jesus coming toward them in the distance.  “Hey!” he called out to his fellow leper friends. “Look! Is that Jesus?”  “It is!” said another leper. “Let's call out to him!”  The lepers were very excited to see Jesus, because they had heard that Jesus healed people. Could Jesus heal them, too?  “Jesus!” they called out. “Jesus!” As Jesus came closer, He could see the men with their lumps and bumps. He could see that they were very sick, and His heart filled with care for the lepers. But how many were there? Jesus began to count… one, two, three…eight, nine… ten! Ten lepers! And they were coming closer to him now. The ten lepers suddenly stopped, afraid they were getting too close to Jesus. They didn't want to make him sick, after all! But they wanted to get better. They wanted to be healed. As they looked at each other, one of them raised his voice and called out, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” Do you want to know what happens next? You can find out by listening to the whole story - it's a great one! Find a comfortable chair or cosy corner and enjoy! Story by: Maritza Brunt Website: https://www.gigistorylibrary.com.au/ Read story on the blog https://www.gigistorylibrary.com.au/jesus-heals-10-leper/ READ STORY ON THE BLOG   VISIT OUR WEBSITE SHOP OUR BOOKS   DOWNLOAD THE AUDIOBOOKS Special effect editing: James Wagner  music credit: http://www.purple-planet.com/  Email us: stories4gigi@gmail.com Write to us: GIGI KIDS STORIES PO BOX 6505

In today's show Dr. Anders elaborates on questions about: What do angels look like?, Can the Church teach me how to love?, How can we be sure about the real authorship of the Gospels? and more.

In today's show Dr. Anders elaborates on questions about: What do angels look like?, Can the Church teach me how to love?, How can we be sure about the real authorship of the Gospels? and more.

The integrity required to challenge Jesus - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today's readings. Are there similar gray areas in my life? Are there aspects in which I choose to remain ambiguous, because I don't want to take a stance that is unpopular, or face hard questions? Could Jesus turn the tables on me in a similar way? Do I have the integrity and purity of intention to question him? What steps is Jesus inviting me to take? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lucas-laborde/message

This week, Matt and Tyler talk about fasting and the Redeemer.

Episode 1492 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com   1. Can the world become so evil that God would destroy it again? 2. Why do people "plead the blood of Jesus"? 3. How could Jesus die if he is fully God? 4. Can you only receive the Holy Spirit through baptism? 5. How should we understand Isaiah 65:20?     Today's Offer: 5 Names of God You Should Know   Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core.   View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

In this episode, we discuss:• If Jesus was crowned King, was He not already King before?• Could Jesus come back today?• How do we intentionally leverage our lives for Christ?

In this episode, we discuss:• If Jesus was crowned King, was He not already King before?• Could Jesus come back today?• How do we intentionally leverage our lives for Christ?

How can I help my child be a leader when they are a follower? How does wanting people to like us lead to catastrophe? Could Jesus have die in another universe where there is another earth?

HIGH on GOD. The SHOCKING LINK between Stoned Greek witches, Christianity, early Civilization & Shrooms. Best-selling Author, Brian C. Muraresku, (The Immortality Key) explores if Jesus might actually be the Greek God Dionysus. He explains how ancient Greeks believed that experiencing your death “before you die” actually provides you the chance for immortality. We go deep and learn about links between early Christianity and Ancient Greek mystical practices, including altered states as a way to be in touch with the spiritual realm, the true origins of Catholicism's body and blood of Christ, and the pivotal role Greek witches played in shaping early Christianity. Brian also breaks down: - How the wine used today in church differs from the psychedelic-infused wine of Ancient Greece - More than metaphor: What it actually means to ingest the body and blood of Christ- Sorcery vs Scripture - Lay down and die: “Incubation” as a path to enlightenment- The dangers of psychedelic use without prep work and appropriate processing- Why he chooses not to use psychedelics himself Join us as we explore these questions, backed by compelling historical evidence and expert insights that will challenge everything you thought you knew about religious history and Western Civilization as we understand it.  Brian C. Muraresku's book, THE IMMORTALITY KEY: The Secret History of the Religion with No Name: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250207142 BialikBreakdown.comYouTube.com/mayimbialik

Continuing our Primarily Political series, Joshua Noel is joined by Josh Patterson (of (Re)Thinking Faith) to discuss the East India Trading Company in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise! We will be discussing one of our favorite film franchises, the politics in these films, and the role that the East India Trading Company had in the larger story of the movies!.Is the East India Trading Company from Pirates of the Caribbean real? Did the East India Trading Company fight pirates? What is the East India Company ship in Pirates of the Caribbean? What did Jack Sparrow do to East India company? How did pirates affect the government? How were the lines between religion, the mystic, government, and finances blurred in the Pirates of the Caribbean films? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now!.Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store!.Listen to the whole Primarily Political series we're doing:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/79d3809a-0854-4796-8abb-256d85faaa2b.Check out our other Disney episodes:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/09b1c796-b409-4cfe-bbd0-8b7a8032f846.Listen to our other pirate episodes:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/211962c0-6455-40b9-8259-3b17d264e082.Don't miss any episodes with Joshua:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/642da9db-496a-40f5-b212-7013d1e211e0.Listen to other episodes with guests like Josh Patterson:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0d46051e-3772-49ec-9e2c-8739c9b74cdeMentioned in this episode:The SG StoreGet your exclusive merch and rep the show!Systematic Geekology StoreTheology Beer Camp 2024 - The Return of the God PodsUse our code, "GEEKSHIRE", to receive a discount on your tickets and to help support our show!Theology Beer Camp 2024CaptivateSupport the show through Captivate!Systematic GeekologyOur show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss from a Christian perspective. We do not try to put Jesus into all our favorite stories, but rather we try to ask the questions the IPs are asking, then addressing those questions from our perspective. We are not all ordained, but we are the Priests to the Geeks, in the sense that we try to serve as mediators between the cultures around our favorite fandoms and our faith communities.Listener Discretion AdvisedOccasionally our show will discuss sensitive subject matter and will contain some strong language. Your discretion is advised for this...

Right after Easter I got pleas for help from clients whose family members wanted to make their Easter dinners more and/or less religious imbued.  This is why I am a Life Coach.  And I think I have solved the problem for future get togethers on religious holidays.  Also, in the Biblical epic The Greatest Story Ever Told why didn't John Wayne play Jesus?  Could Jesus fly if He wanted to?  I give the elevator pitch for Christianity.  What are the best questions you have ever asked for help with?  And why did the USA fall to 23rd place in the lastest World Happiness Report?  I know who and what to blame.  All that in under 15 minutes.  So, what else were you going to do with that time?  Subscribe and THRIVE!  

For most people, believing Jesus rose from the dead takes a little more convincing than just a simple ‘Sunday school' answer. So what can we do? In the remainder of this Easter-themed program, Chip will provide us with the undeniable proof we need as he wraps up his talk, Why I Believe in the Resurrection. Hear the compelling evidence that confirms Jesus is our Savior and God incarnate!Main Points7 Points discussedDid Jesus really exist?What was Jesus really like?The works of Jesus went unchallenged.Who did Jesus actually claim to be?Did Jesus Really die?His burial was public and secure.Could Jesus' resurrection possibly be true?What does this mean for you?It validates Jesus' claim that He is the way, the truth, and the life.It gives you absolute hope for the future.It offers spiritual life right now!If you believe Jesus rose from the dead, you have all the power you need to be a Christian who lives like a Christian by His grace.Broadcast ResourceWhy I Believe ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource MentionsGospel of John Truth CardsAbout Chip IngramChip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.About Living on the EdgeLiving on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus.Connect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

For most people, believing Jesus rose from the dead takes a little more convincing than just a simple ‘Sunday school' answer. So what can we do? In the remainder of this Easter-themed program, Chip will provide us with the undeniable proof we need as he wraps up his talk, Why I Believe in the Resurrection. Hear the compelling evidence that confirms Jesus is our Savior and God incarnate!Main Points7 Points discussedDid Jesus really exist?What was Jesus really like?The works of Jesus went unchallenged.Who did Jesus actually claim to be?Did Jesus Really die?His burial was public and secure.Could Jesus' resurrection possibly be true?What does this mean for you?It validates Jesus' claim that He is the way, the truth, and the life.It gives you absolute hope for the future.It offers spiritual life right now!If you believe Jesus rose from the dead, you have all the power you need to be a Christian who lives like a Christian by His grace.Broadcast ResourceWhy I Believe ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource MentionsGospel of John Truth CardsAbout Chip IngramChip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.About Living on the EdgeLiving on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus.Connect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Did God cleanse Mary's egg, that became Jesus Christ, from sin nature in order for Jesus to be conceived with no sin nature-Could Jesus have actually sinned when tempted by Satan

Did God cleanse Mary's egg, that became Jesus Christ, from sin nature in order for Jesus to be conceived with no sin nature-Could Jesus have actually sinned when tempted by Satan

Do you really believe that Jesus died and then rose from the dead three days later? If you do, what proof do you have? In this Easter-themed program, Chip will direct us to solid evidence to support that claim in his talk, Why I Believe in the Resurrection. Don't miss seven foundational reasons that prove Jesus rose from the dead, why it matters to us now, and how we can use these facts to defend our faith.Main Points7 Points discussedDid Jesus really exist?What was Jesus really like?The works of Jesus went unchallenged.Who did Jesus actually claim to be?Did Jesus Really die?His burial was public and secure.Could Jesus' resurrection possibly be true?What does this mean for you?It validates Jesus' claim that He is the way, the truth, and the life.It gives you absolute hope for the future.It offers spiritual life right now!If you believe Jesus rose from the dead, you have all the power you need to be a Christian who lives like a Christian by His grace.Broadcast ResourceWhy I Believe ResourcesMessage NotesAdditional Resource MentionsGospel of John Truth CardsAbout Chip IngramChip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.About Living on the EdgeLiving on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus.Connect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

Are you longing for someone to care about you? Dave Ortlund unpacks Ephesians 5 revealing the true character of Jesus. Does Jesus love me? Could Jesus actually care for me even though I have messed up? Show Notes and Resources Connect with Dane Ortlund and catch more of his thoughts at daneortlund.com, and on X @daneortlund Want to hear more episodes by Dane Ortlund, listen here! Set sail on the ultimate romantic getaway! Book now for the 2025 Love Like You Mean It Marriage Cruise, sailing from Miami, FL on February 8 - 15, 2025. Don't miss our LLYMI Cruise Madness Sale! Secure your spot at lovelikeyoumeanitcruise.com. Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network

Are you longing for someone to care about you? Dave Ortlund unpacks Ephesians 5 revealing the true character of Jesus. Does Jesus love me? Could Jesus actually care for me even though I have messed up? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

Who is “the poor”? What does that phrase even mean anyway? Throughout the Bible, that phrase is used to describe people God wants to remember, serve, include, and relieve. Yet, we often forget these people. During this Lenten season, we're remembering this group and God's call for us to serve the marginalized amongst us. In Matthew 25, Jesus has surprising news about who they are. Hint: it involves Jesus in a big way. Could Jesus' revelation change our lives, our church, and our city? Come and see.- Series Description -Jesus cares deeply about the marginalized. During this Lenten series, we will unpack God's care for the poor, identification with this group, and the ways God moves on their behalf and calls us to do likewise. Oftentimes, we see people talk the talk with justice — saying the right things, using the in season buzzwords — but they are not caring for actual marginalized folks. Other times, we see people serving to the point of burnout and not modeling the world they are working so hard for. They might do good works but without much good news. Jesus is completely different. He has compassion, mercy, and deep love for folks who are marginalized. Jesus sees, stops, and cares, and He calls us to do the same. Will we? Over the Covid-19 pandemic, each our service and justice ministries got shut down — prison bible studies at Whalley and York, serving at Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK), and serving with Agape Church for the Homeless. As the pandemic shifted and more things opened up, we remained quite inward. We want that to change. We are praying that God's work amongst us would inspire a new ministry for and among the poor and marginalized. Join us!

Could Jesus heal from a distance? Could Jesus raise people from the dead? How did Jesus deal with John's doubts?

Could Jesus have given into the temptation to sin? How did he handle the Devil? And what does it all mean for us? In today's message, Pastor Cucuzza answers these questions and more as he continues in his verse-by-verse series in the book of Matthew.

Jonah 3.1-5, Psalm 62.5-12, 1 Corinthians 7.29-31, Mark 1.14-20; Should fish receive eulogies? Is there a difference between trusting and believing? Could Jesus get ordained in a church today? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Mikang Kim. Mikang serves at Epworth UMC on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.Hosted by Taylor Mertins

The David Alliance TDAGiantslayer@Gmail.com         - A covenant is identity - Two lives become one: In covenant you become identified with the other individual and there is a supernatural commingling of two lives.   Covenants have blood spilled. It is not just an oath, but an oath built on spilt blood. The woman's body has a Hyman which has no specific purpose or biological purpose other than when she has her first sexual experience it tears and blood is shed. The curtain that separated the holy of holies had no real purpose… in itself it was not holy… but when Christ blood was spilled the curtain tore open to let the whole world know there is a new covenant.  SEX IS YOUR IDENTITY - VIRGINITY IS THE OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE YOUR IDENTITY WITH YOUR HUSBAND IN A COVENANT.       - - A Covenant has a Hierarchy - A line of command… WHY? he created a chain of command in order to hold the man responsible.  1 Cor. 11:3 This has nothing to do with quality of being or importance, but rather responsibility.     A woman has to respect, submit and obey her husband as long as he himself is obeying and submitting to God. Otherwise the hierarchy is broke and you don't get to tell her what to do. If a United States Colonel goes rogue the private under him does not have to obey him.   FINALLY We get married - LIVE A COVENANT  in order to practice Gods love and likeness. You say I am in a horrible marriage… Could Jesus live in that marriage? Yes, he could. So the real question is “how much do you have to be like Jesus” to live in that marriage… because that is the point of our walk with Christ… to be more like him!   The Mystery of Marriage EPH. 5: 32This mystery is profound, but I am speaking about Christ and the church.    How do we love each other the way Christ loved the church? Only through the power of the God.      You can't build a strong nation, country on marriages based on feelings. But you can on a country based on covenants.  We live in a world where we can be Christians but still not honor Gods command “no sex before marriage”. And because of that… we get married on a weakened “feelings” based foundation. Thus… breaking a marriage covenant is easy because it was based on feelings to begin with.

It's time for another set of weird questions posed by Cy Kellett of Catholic Answers to Jimmy Akin, including this time: what if mankind fell after Adam and Eve; did Jesus know how to build an airplane; what happened with Balaam's donkey; Ed and Lorraine Warren; and more. The post Could Jesus Build an Airplane? Balaam's Donkey, Asmodeus, Ed and Lorraine Warren, & More Weird Questions appeared first on StarQuest Media.

It's time for another set of weird questions posed by Cy Kellett of Catholic Answers to Jimmy Akin, including this time: what if mankind fell after Adam and Eve; did Jesus know how to build an airplane; what happened with Balaam's donkey; Ed and Lorraine Warren; and more.

Nearly everyone today assumes that Jesus could read and write. But is that historically plausible? There is only one story in the New Testament where Jesus is shown to be able to read (Luke 4) and he is never said to be able to write (except in the story of the Woman Caught in Adultery that was added by scribes only later John 7-8). In this episode we consider the literacy rates of antiquity (very low!), and discuss who could learn to read and then write, how they were educated, and whether it is likely that an impoverished dayworker from a poor family in a remote backwater of the empire was one of them.

Questions Covered: 04:31 – In light of Romans 3, how could anyone outside of the Church be justified? 10:04 – Based on Matthew 24. can the faithful really be inadvertently lost? 14:15 – As a new convert who had poor RCIA, how should I move forward if I still don't accept some teachings like the Immaculate Conception? 20:08 – Jn 6:55-66. Have you encountered arguments against this verse from protestants? 28:22 – Some Catholics argue that NFP should rarely be used. Do things that can be mitigated by prudence like financial stability count as grave reasons in justifying the use of NFP? 32:33 – Why do animals have to suffer? 40:00 – How do I talk to an atheist friend who doesn’t believe in souls? 44:35 – Are wearing crystals because they ‘give off good energy' be considered the occult? 48:38 – What is the scriptural basis for baptism by desire? Could Jesus do something similar for those who can't receive the Eucharist? 51:41 – The CCC says we come to know Jesus through the Holy Spirit. But how can we say that if the bible says we come to know him through the breaking of the break and the real presence of the Eucharist? …

Questions Covered: 03:05 – If you are Catholic, can you baptize a friend's child in a Protestant church?  06:13 – How do you repair the damage you unknowingly did to your children when they were younger?  11:00 – Is it okay for a Catholic to marry a Baptist in a ceremony officiated by a Baptist minister in a community hall? What if the bishop gives his permission?  16:08 – Could Jesus ever be wrong about something?  20:11 – How can Mary hear all our prayers if she's not omniscient?  28:52 – Is there anybody in the Bible that performed a non-religious miracle (i.e. not an apostle, not a priest, etc.)?  34:08 – Is it okay to use a service dog as a rosary?  37:00 – What is the interface between the spiritual and material worlds?  43:03 – Is it possible for a person who hasn't had a near-death experience to have access, while dreaming, to the upgraded knowledge the saints enjoy?  51:04 – Was it unjust to canonize St. Maria Goretti for defending her chastity but not canonize other women who were raped and murdered too?  …