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TOPIC: BEHOLD YOUR JESUS – OUR SAVIOUR AND REDEEMER Preacher: Rev. Dr. Ebenezer Okronipa SCRIPTURES Matthew 21:9 (Hosanna – Save us now) John 1:29 (The Lamb of God) Isaiah 53:5 John 19:30 Luke 22:19 Matthew 26:14–16 KEY POINTS 1. Jesus the Messiah – The Saviour Has Come The celebration of Jesus was a sign that He is the Messiah. “Hosanna” means Save us now. Jesus came to give: Peace Salvation Restoration Jesus came for: Deliverance from sin Eternal restoration Transformation of the soul Jesus is the Saviour of our souls. 2. The Finished Work of Salvation Jesus paid the full price for our redemption. We do not need to pay again.

TOPIC: BEHOLD YOUR JESUS – OUR SAVIOUR AND REDEEMER Preacher: Rev. Dr. Ebenezer Okronipa SCRIPTURES Matthew 21:9 (Hosanna – Save us now) John 1:29 (The Lamb of God) Isaiah 53:5 John 19:30 Luke 22:19 Matthew 26:14–16 KEY POINTS 1. Jesus the Messiah – The Saviour Has Come The celebration of Jesus was a sign that He is the Messiah. “Hosanna” means Save us now. Jesus came to give: Peace Salvation Restoration Jesus came for: Deliverance from sin Eternal restoration Transformation of the soul Jesus is the Saviour of our souls. 2. The Finished Work of Salvation Jesus paid the full price for our redemption. We do not need to pay again.

Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Topic: Passover, Unleavened Bread to Firstfruits. Jesus is our "Passover Lamb" who stayed in the grave for the three days of Unleavened Bread and arose to be the First begotten of the Dead and "the Firstfruits of them that slept." He will return as a Lamb REV 14:1 take us to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb on Pentecost and serve us. On the Feast of Trumpets we return on white horses with Jesus King of Kings to watch him satiate his garments with the blood of His enemies outside the gate of the city in the Valley of Jehosaphat!

Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Topic: Passover, Unleavened Bread to Firstfruits. Jesus is our "Passover Lamb" who stayed in the grave for the three days of Unleavened Bread and arose to be the First begotten of the Dead and "the Firstfruits of them that slept." He will return as a Lamb REV 14:1 take us to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb on Pentecost and serve us. On the Feast of Trumpets we return on white horses with Jesus King of Kings to watch him satiate his garments with the blood of His enemies outside the gate of the city in the Valley of Jehosaphat!

Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Topic: Passover, Unleavened Bread to Firstfruits. Jesus is our "Passover Lamb" who stayed in the grave for the three days of Unleavened Bread and arose to be the First begotten of the Dead and "the Firstfruits of them that slept." He will return as a Lamb REV 14:1 take us to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb on Pentecost and serve us. On the Feast of Trumpets we return on white horses with Jesus King of Kings to watch him satiate his garments with the blood of His enemies outside the gate of the city in the Valley of Jehosaphat!

What if the worst sin you don't realize is the one quietly robbing your faith? In this powerful palm sunday sermon, discover "why did Jesus curse the fig tree in the fig tree miracle" explained from Matthew 21. Jesus exposes the hidden sin of religious activity wrong motives—where outward appearances look good but produce no real fruit.From the Pharisees' status-seeking to the crowds' political hopes and the temple's profit-driven worship, this palm sunday, fig tree, Jesus curse, miracle revelation shows how empty religion withers. But there's hope! Learn how dying to self christian living kills the old root so the fruit of the spirit sermon can flourish, leading to true fruit christian life and authentic true worship.Tying back to the very first fig leaves in the garden, this message calls us to crucify selfish desires and crown Jesus King—singing hosanna in the highest meaning with right hearts. If you're tired of sewing fig leaves to cover shame or chasing spiritual fruit without the Spirit's power, this eye-opening teaching will refresh your soul.

Discover this powerful palm sunday sermon on the Triumphal Entry explained from John 12. On Palm Sunday the crowd waved palm branches and shouted “Hosanna!” for the Jesus on donkey in this unforgettable palm sunday message. Just days later the same crowd turned against Him.Pastor Brandon reveals why three groups—the crowd, Pharisees, and Disciples—had expectations of Jesus that didn't match the real Jesus. The crowd wanted a political Messiah to fix their nation. The Pharisees saw a threat to their control. The Disciples understood He was the Messiah and Jesus King but missed that victory would come through the cross first.This holy week sermon challenges you to examine your own expectations of jesus. Are you cheering for the real jesus—the King who redeems us from sin and death and invites us into eternal relationship with God—or are you following a counterfeit jesus you've shaped to fit your agenda?Align your heart with the real jesus this Holy Week and experience the King who truly satisfies your soul.What are your expectations of Jesus? Drop a comment below with which counterfeit jesus you've wrestled with (Political Jesus? Santa Claus Jesus? Guru Jesus?) and how the real jesus changed everything.

Send us Fan MailA lot of end-times teaching sounds harmless until you follow its logic all the way to the cross. We dig into dispensationalism and its core claim that Jesus arrived to set up a political kingdom, got rejected, and then introduced a “church age” as an interlude before trying again later. If that story is true, it changes everything about how you read the gospels, the purpose of Calvary, and what it means to call Jesus King.We work through the Bible texts people argue over, and we don't skip the uncomfortable implications. If Christ's original mission was an earthly throne in Jerusalem, then his execution starts to look like a legitimate response to sedition. We explain why that conclusion is unacceptable for orthodox Christianity and why the gospel has no Plan B. Then we anchor the discussion in Scripture: Joshua 21's declaration that Israel received what God promised, and Daniel 9:24's six outcomes that point to completion in Christ's death and resurrection, not a postponed prophecy that props up a future seven-year tribulation or a pre-tribulation rapture.We also touch the modern history behind the Scofield Reference Bible, the way political narratives can ride on theological claims, and why tribulation is not just a future countdown but the normal pressure the church has faced for centuries. The through-line is simple: Christ's atonement is the center, God's Word is complete, and any system that sidelines the cross or delays the kingdom should be tested and rejected.If you care about dispensationalism, pre-trib rapture teaching, the Daniel 70th week, the millennium, and the relationship between Israel and the church, this conversation gives you categories and texts you can actually use. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves prophecy charts, and leave a review with the biggest question you're still wrestling with.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

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Join Chris Montgomery in this compelling sermon as he explores Matthew 21:1-17, detailing Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Discover the significance of Jesus as the new king, His humble arrival on a donkey, and His profound impact on the city's people. Through stories of prophecy, healing, and divine authority, delve into the transformative power of making Jesus King in our lives. This sermon challenges modern believers to embrace correction, celebrate divine love, and align their hearts with God's purpose.

Explore Palm Sunday as a genuine kingdom offer: crowds proclaim Jesus King, national leadership resists, crisis accelerates, and the cross follows rejection—not inevitability today alone.

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032826.cfmJesus no longer walked about in public, hiding behind the veil because the people of God were not spiritually seeing Him. They were still viewing reality with worldly, materialistic eyes. The chief priests and Pharisees feared that if everyone proclaimed Jesus King, the Romans would crush their nation and take away their land. Ironically, they were partially correct; in 70 A.D., the temple was destroyed, and the Jews were dispersed. Yet, Jesus was offering a way out of this fear by establishing not a worldly kingdom, but a spiritual one that would bring true peace by grafting all nations into the Tree of Jesse.Jesus came to gather the dispersed children of God—not just the Israelites, but all who are predestined for heaven. He established a new Israel, founded not on the twelve tribes of old, but on the twelve Apostles. As seen in Revelation, the walls of the heavenly Jerusalem rest on twelve foundation stones bearing the names of the Apostles. This foundation endures forever. Through the prophet Ezekiel, the Lord promised a new Exodus, gathering His people from all nations to make them one nation with one prince: Christ, the Son of David. He is the one Shepherd for them all.In the Old Testament, when a king left on a mission, he gave his keys to his steward. Jesus gave the keys to the kingdom of heaven to His steward, Peter, the Rock upon which the Church is built. Peter's successor, the Pope, and the successors of the Apostles, the bishops, continue to shepherd the faithful. There is to be no division. Never again shall there be two nations or two kingdoms. The Church is one, completely united in the Holy Spirit. Just as a soul animates a body, the Holy Spirit unites the many members of the Church. When members are paralyzed by mortal sin, they hang limply, but they can be cured through repentance and confession.Despite this divine design, divisions persist. Since the Protestant Reformation, there have been countless splits. In the United States alone, there are over 1,200 denominations; worldwide, estimates exceed 30,000. Each claims the Holy Spirit guides them, yet the Holy Spirit is not a relativist or schizophrenic. He is the bond of love and truth. True unity requires one form of worship, one set of sacraments, one faith, and one government. Diversity is beautiful, but it must not mean division.We cannot fall into the error of Caiaphas, who viewed things materially. The high priesthood was meant to be for life, yet corruption led to yearly rotations. Jesus wants us to see beyond worldly eyes. He established a new covenant, an everlasting one based on His body and blood. Christ is the new Temple; we are temples of God. God no longer dwells in a geographical location like Jerusalem. The Book of Revelation unveils this new age where God dwells in the Church, the Body of Christ.We must stay within the boat, the Bark of Peter, as we journey to our promised land. Amidst global division, we must remember Our Lady, who kept her children united just as she formed the Body of Christ in her womb. Saint Maximilian Kolbe taught that if we do not want Mary as our mother, we cannot have Christ as our brother. Saint Cyprian of Carthage added that if we want God as our Father, we must have the Church as our mother. May we remain united as one body, diverse yet one, under the one Shepherd who leads us to our one Father in heaven. ★ Support this podcast ★

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Study session scripture: Romans 4:1-12What then shall we say was gained by Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh? For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.” Now to the one who works, his wages are not counted as a gift but as his due. And to the one who does not work but believes in him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is counted as righteousness, just as David also speaks of the blessing of the one to whom God counts righteousness apart from works: “Blessed are those whose lawless deeds are forgiven, and whose sins are covered; blessed is the man against whom the Lord will not count his sin.” Is this blessing then only for the circumcised, or also for the uncircumcised? For we say that faith was counted to Abraham as righteousness. How then was it counted to him? Was it before or after he had been circumcised? It was not after, but before he was circumcised. He received the sign of circumcision as a seal of the righteousness that he had by faith while he was still uncircumcised. The purpose was to make him the father of all who believe without being circumcised, so that righteousness would be counted to them as well, and to make him the father of the circumcised who are not merely circumcised but who also walk in the footsteps of the faith that our father Abraham had before he was circumcised.Study session topics:Abraham as Father of Jews and Gentiles Paul bolsters his presentation of the Gospel message by arguing that this was always God's plan of salvation, going all the way back to Abraham Abraham is a perfect example to use Father of the Jewish people, first to be chosen by God Lived before the Law was given Paul argues that Abraham gained righteousness from God by faith as the Christian does (Gen. 15:6) Misconceptions about Abraham's justification God justified Abraham due to his own goodness and piety God counted Abraham as righteous due to his faith as a substitute for his works Paul also briefly brings in the example of David Direct ancestor of Jesus King whose throne was promised forever by God Man after God's own heart Paul argues that Psalm 32:1-2 is David professing salvation by faith Scripture here and in Gen. 15:6 uses bookkeeping terminology to describe the process of justification Paul folds his Gentile audience back in by universalizing the promise of justification by faithThis promise is not bound to circumcision because it predates circumcision Circumcision as a sign and seal of righteousness by faith, not by the law Points back to Romans 2:28-29, circumcision is a matter of the heart How were the Old Testament saints saved before the life and death of Jesus? They believed the Gospel--they looked forward to it while we look back at it (Gal. 3:7-9, John 8:56) Abraham and the other OT saints anticipated a future savior who would rescue them from their sinsStudy session audio:

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Series: Matthew 1-7 Passage: Matthew 2:1-23 Preacher: Rev. Eion Simmons Date: 08/02/2026

Listening to Holy Spirit; The Garden - protected place; Anointed priests?; "Ignorance"?; (nun-pe-shin) "soul", life, person, mind, heart; Spiritual guidance to reading the bible; "logos"; Seeing yourself; Finding our way back to Tree of Life; "Born again"?; Leviticus for today; Commandments?; "Fattening" parents; Treasuries in Egypt; Consent; Anointed = messiah; Jesus: King and High Priest; Police power?; Salvation without God?; Finding your priest; "Tabernacles" of the congregation; Ex 33:8; Tabernacle door?; Stones of the altar?; "Incense"; Treasuries; Life (sacrifice) is in the blood; Bullocks = a big thing; "Elder"; Making people "members"; Cities of refuge; Bribery; Biblical constitutions?; Covetous is NOT OK; Matt 20:25, Mk 10:42, Lk 22:25; Legitimate Caesars?; Real-time service by ministers and altars; Social welfare?; Snares/traps; Cursing your children; God's voluntary kingdom; Free assemblies; Modern churches delegating authority to Caesar; "Imperium"; God's government; "Elder"; Senator?; Christ's commands; Dividing bread from house to house; Making offerings; vs taxation; "city" - civil government; Fleshpots?; Lev 4:18; Horns of the altar = tabernacle of the congregation; Government of God; "Fat"?; Setting up rulers; The need repentance; Your choice in a republic; People sitting in darkness; Hearing the cries of your neighbors; Idolatry; Need for an alternate system; The way of righteousness; Lev 4:31; More on "fat"; Sweet savor?; Wife vs harlot; Voluntarism - tithes; Strengthening the poor; Wise offerings; Addiction to benefits; Laws of your government; Rebels; Eating at the tables of Caesar; Choosing God's kingdom; Knowing who needs help; Network of ministers; Bottom-up organization; Example of "Israel" today; Doing what Abraham, Moses and Christ said; How everybody might be saved; Living by faith; Capitalism?; Cursing your children; Christ as king; Demonstrating "The Way" - of faith, hope and charity; Start now!

Fr. Francisco Nahoe, OFM Conv., has served the Church and the Franciscan Order in Catholic education, campus ministry, parochial ministry, and catechesis. He is a chaplain at Thomas Aquinas College in Santa Paula, California, and focuses his scholarly efforts on Renaissance rhetoric and Polynesian ethnohistory. In Today's Show: How should a beginner start reading the Bible? Fr. Francisco's advice on combating jealousy. ​​Is it sinful for a catholic to work in stock market trading? Who are the greatest Catholic teachers of the twentieth century acording to Fr. Francisco? Advice on getting a spiritual director. Should Catholics be wary of the "Charismatic Renewal"? If holy water is frozen, is it still blessed? Were any of the chief priests who put Jesus to death present in the synagogue when he was lost for three days as a child? Were 3 different languages written in a scroll above Jesus cross, saying" Jesus King of jews"? Is it a mortal sin to miss Mass because of extreme grief? Is Catechesis of the Good Shepherd truly good for the souls of children? Should members of the laity read the Code of Canon Law? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

On January 6th the church celebrates Epiphany. Epiphany means manifestation or revelation, and looks at how Jesus was revealed as the worlds Savior. That begins with the revelation to the Wise Men through a star God sent to announce Him and to guide the Wise Men to Him.  This weekend we will be studying that revelation, both to the Wise Men and to us. We are studying hymn 718 in the Worship Supplement or 130 in The Lutheran Hymnal: O Jesus, King of Glory. This hymn was written by Lutheran Pastor, Martin Behm about two generations after Martin Luther.   The hymn recounts the Biblical account of the Wise Men, and connect them to us today.  There are several themes in this hymn that are worth paying attention to. First, note the emphasis on Jesus as King and the Kingdom that He opens to us. But Jesus is unlike and more than just any earthly King. The Wise Men came looking for "the King of the Jews" but knew that Jesus was also the King of all Kings. The gifts they brought reveal they understood He was a King (gold), that He was true God (frankincense) and that He would die (myrrh). We find this theme in all five verses which we will be studying.  The second theme revolves around the star. God used a star to reveal that the Savior had been born, but also used it to direct the Wise Men to the very place where Jesus was. Behm reveals that, like the Wise Men, God has revealed this truth to us as well. Not by a physical star or light in the sky, but by the light of His revealed Word. God's Word is given to reveal Jesus as King and Savior, and guide us to believe in Him, and worship Him as our Savior. Make use of that Star, just as the faithful Wise Men did! The hymn includes a prayer to Jesus to guard, guide us in our lives, until we are finally called into that eternal Kingdom of glory, to be with our King of Glory for eternity. Wise Men still seek Jesus, though His Word and Sacrament, and worship Him as King and Savior.  May the LORD bless your worship of Jesus the King of Glory, this weekend!

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By now, we're all pretty familiar with the classical manger Nativity scene. The baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Shepherds, and Wise Men. While the addition of the 'Wise Men' doesn't seem so odd or important to us today, to Matthew's audience, it would have been a radical proclamation that not only is this baby Jesus King of the Jews, but he is the King of the World. - Pastor Arek O'ConnellSupport the show

This sermon centers on Jesus' identity as the divine Son of God and the Messiah, revealed through His impending suffering, death, and resurrection, which He repeatedly foretells to His disciples to prepare them for the coming tragedy. The narrative in Matthew 17:24–27, though seemingly about paying the temple tax, is a profound teaching moment where Jesus uses a miraculous fish with a shekel in its mouth to illustrate His unique relationship to God—free from earthly obligations as a Son, yet choosing to comply to avoid scandal and maintain witness. The passage underscores that Jesus' mission is not about legalistic compliance but about revealing His divine nature and calling His followers to know Him deeply, not just know about Him. The sermon emphasizes that true discipleship involves intimate knowledge of Christ, transforming believers into sons and daughters of God and brothers of Christ, empowering them as ambassadors to proclaim His glory. Ultimately, the message calls the church to a life of knowing, loving, and boldly declaring the true identity of Jesus—King, Savior, and Son of the living God.

The “most wonderful time of the year” doesn't ring true for everyone. But there is a truth and hope that withstands time – the power of Jesus! Coach Gary Dunker introduces you to the King of kings, who rules over discouragement, and one day, all will know His supreme justice! As a thank you for this month's donation......we'll send you the newest release from author and theologian Dr. Harold Berry on Revelation: Daily Scriptures to Receive, Reflect, and RespondFor Christians who want to go deeper in their understanding of the book of Revelation.Yours with a gift of any amount.Thank you for supporting the mission of Christ.

From our advent series, Jesus: Prophet, Priest, King, and Friend.

In this message, we continue our study in John 1, where we see two final titles that reveal who Jesus truly is, the King of Israel and the Son of Man. Through His authority, His knowledge of us, and His revealing of God's love, we're reminded why Jesus alone is worthy to call to us, “Follow Me.” Through the story of Philip and Nathanael, we see Jesus seeking ordinary people and calling them to follow Him as disciples. Listen and reflect on how Jesus not only knows us, but reveals God's love in a way that calls for a response of faith and daily devotion.Also on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x72FVAUYyZwSunday, November 9, 2025Pastor Kevin PierpontCalvary Church, Webberville, Michiganhttps://webbervillechurch.org

There are none elect among the angels. Hebrews 2:5-9

This week we had the privilege of hearing from Dr. Barrett Duke one last time before his retirement. Using Psalm 2, he paralleled events of today with those in the day of King David. What is the cause of the chaos we see and what is the believer's response? Dr. Duke answered those questions and gave us practical things we can do to remain faithful and impact our community.

Dennis & Benedicta discuss John 18:33 and Jesus' discussion with a Roman Government official regarding truth.Send us a textTo find out more about Dennis & Benedicta Pollock please visit the Spirit of Grace website, where you can find other wonderful resources such as videos and articles. You will also find out how you can support the work of Spirit of Grace by becoming a Friend of Grace .Please send questions, comments, and feedback with us at grace@spiritofgrace.org.

Pastor Jacob Dyer takes us into the heart of 2 Samuel 6 where David plans and prepares a procession for the ark of the covenant, which hosted the presence of God in that day, to Jerusalem to create a resting place for Him to reign. David shows us what costly worship looks like - thousands of Levites, instruments, bull and fattened calf offerings, and finally a spontaneous celebration of God through dance! This teaching will invite you deeper into the questions of what it looks like to give God the worship He is due, no matter the cost, time, or effects to your reputation or personal image. May we become "even more undignified in this" as we crown Jesus King over our own lives.Plan on reading with us weekly through 1 & 2 Samuel this summer and find each week's teachings on our podcast, YouTube, and app. Be blessed as you receive from an honest and messy human who never stopped longing for God.Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We regularly meet on Sundays @ 9 & 11 AM at the Zeider Theater in Town Center Virginia Beach.Learn more at www.bighousechurch.com.

Pastor Jacob Dyer takes us into the heart of 2 Samuel 6 where David plans and prepares a procession for the ark of the covenant, which hosted the presence of God in that day, to Jerusalem to create a resting place for Him to reign. David shows us what costly worship looks like - thousands of Levites, instruments, bull and fattened calf offerings, and finally a spontaneous celebration of God through dance! This teaching will invite you deeper into the questions of what it looks like to give God the worship He is due, no matter the cost, time, or effects to your reputation or personal image. May we become "even more undignified in this" as we crown Jesus King over our own lives.Plan on reading with us weekly through 1 & 2 Samuel this summer and find each week's teachings on our podcast, YouTube, and app. Be blessed as you receive from an honest and messy human who never stopped longing for God.Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We regularly meet on Sundays @ 9 & 11 AM at the Zeider Theater in Town Center Virginia Beach.Learn more at www.bighousechurch.com.

“What Is the Origin of the Hail Mary Prayer in Catholicism?” Join Colin Donavan as he explores the roots of this beloved prayer, along with intriguing questions about the letter from Jesus King to Abgar and the nature of free will in relation to Eve and Mary. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:19 – What do we make of the letter from Jesus to King Abgar as recorded in Eusebius' Church History? 07:02 – There was a supposedly leaked document from the Vatican about the TLM and it claims that the reasons why it was banned were fabricated. What do we know about that? 16:12 – Where did the prayer of the Hail Mary come from since it’s not in the bible? 24:37 – Did Eve have free will? If she did and didn't fall, would we have had Mary? 41:52 – Did Pope Francis change church doctrine on capital punishment?

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Sam Marr are answering a question about Old Testament Believers. If Christ's sacrifice for sin on the cross was sufficient for all people for all time, why did believers in the Old Testament economy still have to make sacrifices to restore fellowship? Please listen

Stephanie invites you today to spice up your faith by exploring unexpected connections between two great feasts. She dives deep into the intertwined celebrations of Pentecost in the Christian tradition, and Shavuot in the Jewish faith. Both festivals are celebrated 50 days post-Easter and Passover respectively, and invite us to reconnect with themes of gratitude, thanksgiving, and divine revelation. Through the enduring cycles of joy, preparation, and revelation, both Shavuot and Pentecost call believers into a deeper understanding of divine grace and the cyclical journey of faith. You can purchase the Spring Feasts workbook to take notes while you listen, including the gorgeous visuals we created to accompany your experience: https://www.gospelspice.com/offers/ct6coMYd In the Christian liturgical calendar, Pentecost, celebrated on June 8, 2025, mirrors Shavuot's setting—50 days after the major religious observances of Easter and Passover. It marks the momentous occasion when the Holy Spirit descended upon Jesus's followers, empowering us to spread the gospel. God's presence attributes joy and delight to Pentecost, making it a critical event that signifies the birth of the church and believers' empowerment. Shavuot, or the Feast of Weeks, concludes a significant period of anticipation following Passover. Observers commemorate this festival by reading the Ten Commandments and partaking in the harvest of wheat, lauded as the superior grain. Symbolically, Shavuot represents the culmination of the spring feasts, and includes the unique preparation of two loaves of leavened wheat bread, symbolizing humanity's sinful nature. Celebrated with offerings, figs, olive oil, and more, Shavuot is a joyous occasion steeped in history and spirituality. Stephanie discusses these celebrations as a "rehearsal dinner" for the future wedding banquet, the final joyous gathering in Christ's return. This celebration encapsulates both preparation and revelation, drawing a parallel to the Israelites' three days of preparation to receive the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. The festival's ladder-shaped challah symbolizes Moses' ascent to receive the Law, while its inclusion of yeast signifies the sinful nature that, through divine grace, will be fully redeemed. Central to both Shavuot and Pentecost, is the theme of harvest. The gathering of wheat represents the process of evangelism. As believers are sanctified through trials, they are refined wheat, ready for offering and transforming into the spiritual bread of life. In the same vein, Pentecost is a reminder of the Great Commission—empowering believers to go forth and harvest souls for the kingdom of God. Christ embodies the fulfillment of Shavuot. Just as Shavuot celebrates God's revelation to Moses, Pentecost commemorates the Holy Spirit's descension, ushering a new covenant. This underscores a deeper spiritual truth: the festival of Shavuot rehearses the believers' ultimate communion with God, transcending into a season of salvation heralded by Jesus' coming. Stephanie highlights a fascinating contrast between Jewish and Western traditions: the Jewish cyclical view of time versus the Western linear perspective. Shavuot, celebrated from sundown on June 1 to nightfall on June 3, 2025, emphasizes the end of the spring harvest—a marker in the cyclical liturgical calendar that heralds a pause until the fall feasts. Meanwhile, the Western tradition tends to perceive time as linear, steadily moving towards a future point. This cyclical nature of the Jewish liturgical calendar offers hope and progress, especially during periods that may seem monotonous. After the spring feasts conclude, the Jewish calendar enters a four-month period without festive observances until Rosh Hashanah. Stephanie encourages believers to view these "ordinary" times as infused with the joy and anticipation of Shavuot and Pentecost, reflecting the Christian longing between Christ's first and second comings. This period is an invitation to embody thankfulness, evangelism, and charity, preparing for the ultimate harvest in the final gathering. Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on Holy Day traditions in upcoming episodes of Gospel Spice! Don't forget to check out our essential workbook to accompany this study. Stephanie personally created the content to invite you deeper into study. Don't miss out! It's at https://www.gospelspice.com/store DISCOVER THE GOSPEL SPICE MINISTRIES The Gospel Spice Podcast is part of a larger range of tools given to you by Gospel Spice Ministries. In a nutshell, we exist to inspire Christ-followers to delight in God. In more details: we provide resources to empower Christian leaders across generational, social, ethnic and geographical boundaries towards more intimacy with Jesus Christ and discipleship effectiveness through a Biblical Christocentric foundation. The Gospel-Spice Ministries provide a safe environment for spiritual and community growth empowering people to know Christ more intimately, serve one another more powerfully, and reach the world for Jesus. PLAY IT FORWARD by SHARING the link with friends and family. PRAY IT FORWARD by praying for us and those you share it with! PAY IT FORWARD!! Would you consider supporting this show today to help others enjoy it for free? It comes to you completely free, but is labor-intensive to produce, and we want to keep putting it in the ears of people! Gospel Spice Ministries is a non-profit organization registered under the tax-exempt 501c3 status. Your donations are tax-deductible under IRS Section 170. 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Jesus has set the Easter table richly, for us to partake. Come to His table today through our exploration of Easter, which took place on the very day of the Jewish Feast of First Fruits. What does it mean for us today? The story of Easter is a tapestry woven with complex emotions—the somberness of Good Friday followed by the overwhelming joy of Easter Sunday. The sequence takes us through the contemplation of Jesus' crucifixion, echoing the depth of human suffering and sacrifice. As Christians, we are invited to relive these moments, acknowledging the pain while eagerly anticipating the joy of resurrection. Easter, often referred to as the most important day in the Christian calendar, transcends time and history. It bridges the gap between Jewish traditions and the new covenant established by Jesus. You can purchase the Spring Feasts workbook to take notes while you listen, including the gorgeous visuals we created to accompany your experience: https://www.gospelspice.com/offers/ct6coMYd The Feast of First Fruits mark the beginning of the harvest, while Pentecost signifies its culmination. Both events are intrinsically linked through the work of the Holy Spirit. The First Fruits celebration on Easter sets the stage for the Holy Spirit's coming at Pentecost, bridging the gap between the initial offering and the full harvest, pointing to the birth and growth of the Christian church. The Feast of First Fruits, celebrated the Sunday after Passover, used to hold immense significance in Jewish tradition. Rooted in Leviticus 23:10, this feast involves offering the first barley harvest to God, symbolizing gratitude and the anticipation of a plentiful harvest. It's a day Jews can't eat bread or drink wine until sacrifices are made, an act mirrored by Jesus' Last Supper—where he promised a new covenant symbolized through bread and wine. During the Last Supper, Jesus instituted the practice of communion, tying it to the Jewish Passover. He told his disciples that he would not eat or drink again until he was in God's Kingdom, thus establishing the new covenant. The meal shared at Emmaus is another crucial moment. When Jesus broke bread with his disciples, they recognized him, affirming his authority and lordship. The breaking of bread in this context goes beyond a mere meal; it's a reaffirmation of Jesus' identity and the fulfillment of his promises. Interestingly, Jesus reappears to his disciples but does not partake in the meal at Emmaus. Instead, he later eats fish with another group of disciples, a humble act connecting to his earlier ministry and ultimate sacrifice. This post-resurrection meal underlines his humility and serves as another reminder of the first fruits principle—Jesus is the first fruit of resurrection. Paul's letter to the Corinthians (1 Corinthians 15:20) highlights that Jesus' resurrection on the Feast of First Fruits symbolizes the future resurrection of believers. Jesus is the firstborn of creation and the first to rise from the dead, promising eternal life for all who follow. The concept of First Fruits extends to envisioning a perfect, sinless world—a harmonized existence in the eternal presence of Christ. This heavenly vision, often referenced in biblical texts, portrays a future where every generation enjoys everlasting peace and the profound joy of being in God's presence. In today's context, the call for revival echoes the ancient practice of offering First Fruits. Believers are urged to be the first fruits of revival in our times, sharing the message of hope and resurrection with a world in need. It's a reminder to live with purpose, reflecting the truly life-changing power of Jesus' resurrection in our daily lives. Don't forget to check out our essential workbook to accompany this study. Stephanie personally created the content to invite you deeper into study. Don't miss out! It's at https://www.gospelspice.com/store DISCOVER THE GOSPEL SPICE MINISTRIES The Gospel Spice Podcast is part of a larger range of tools given to you by Gospel Spice Ministries. In a nutshell, we exist to inspire Christ-followers to delight in God. In more details: we provide resources to empower Christian leaders across generational, social, ethnic and geographical boundaries towards more intimacy with Jesus Christ and discipleship effectiveness through a Biblical Christocentric foundation. The Gospel-Spice Ministries provide a safe environment for spiritual and community growth empowering people to know Christ more intimately, serve one another more powerfully, and reach the world for Jesus. PLAY IT FORWARD by SHARING the link with friends and family. PRAY IT FORWARD by praying for us and those you share it with! PAY IT FORWARD!! Would you consider supporting this show today to help others enjoy it for free? It comes to you completely free, but is labor-intensive to produce, and we want to keep putting it in the ears of people! Gospel Spice Ministries is a non-profit organization registered under the tax-exempt 501c3 status. Your donations are tax-deductible under IRS Section 170. We want to be the best possible stewards of your financial support. All donations above our minimal operating costs go to Christian organizations fighting human trafficking. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog (*ListenNotes ranking, 2023) Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Scriptures: Matthew‬ ‭2‬:‭2‬ ‭ESV‬‬ Matthew‬ ‭16‬:‭16‬ ‭ESV‬‬ Matthew‬ ‭21‬:‭1‬-‭5‬ ‭ESV‬‬ (cross-reference Zechariah‬ ‭9‬:‭9‬ ‭ESV‬‬) Mark‬ ‭14‬:‭61‬-‭62‬ ‭ESV‬‬ John‬ ‭18‬:‭33‬-‭19:16 ESV‬‬ 1 Timothy‬ ‭6‬:‭13‬-‭16‬ ‭ESV‬‬

Scriptures: Matthew‬ ‭2‬:‭2‬ ‭ESV‬‬ Matthew‬ ‭16‬:‭16‬ ‭ESV‬‬ Matthew‬ ‭21‬:‭1‬-‭5‬ ‭ESV‬‬ (cross-reference Zechariah‬ ‭9‬:‭9‬ ‭ESV‬‬) Mark‬ ‭14‬:‭61‬-‭62‬ ‭ESV‬‬ John‬ ‭18‬:‭33‬-‭19:16 ESV‬‬ 1 Timothy‬ ‭6‬:‭13‬-‭16‬ ‭ESV‬‬

In the heart of the Christian and Jewish traditions lie two sacred week-long holy feasts: Holy Week and the Feast of Unleavened Bread. As Scripture and tradition invite us into the intricacies of these feasts, we invite you to connect the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus to the rich tapestry of Jewish Torah and tradition. Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread stand as inseparable pillars within Jewish celebrations. Passover, the most important Jewish feast, serves as precursor to the Feast of Unleavened Bread. For Christians, the former marks the sacred observance of the Lord's Supper as the Lamb of God, while the latter points to Jesus' sinlessness. You can purchase the Spring Feasts workbook to take notes while you listen, including the gorgeous visuals we created to accompany your experience: https://www.gospelspice.com/offers/ct6coMYd The perfect alignment of Holy Week and the Feast of Unleavened Bread in 2025, an unusual thing, offers interesting connections we invite you to explore. For example, the Jewish tradition of inspecting and setting aside the unblemished lamb for sacrifice intertwines with the events of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. The parallel between the Passover lamb and Jesus, the sinless lamb of God unfolds, as Holy Week draws us into the divine plan of salvation.  We also explore how Jesus' cleansing of the temple showcases his authority to safeguard the spiritual dwelling places of believers. Jesus' encounters with religious leaders during Holy Week also reflect his absolute integrity and absence of blemish, mirroring the unblemished Passover lamb. He is proving the true Lamb of God indeed! The interweaving of Holy Week and the Feast of Unleavened Bread is an original way, in 2025, to highlight God's eternal redemptive plan.  Jesus is indeed the sinless lamb who fulfills the ancient prophecies, opening for us the path of salvation. We invite you to join us as we find ourselves steeped in the timeless tapestry of God's divine love, giving glory to Jesus, our only source of salvation. Our hope and prayer is that, through the original connection in 2025 between Holy Week and the Feast of Unleavened Bread, we will together experience the divine truth of Scripture, anchoring our faith in  the sinless lamb, Jesus Christ, for our redemption. Amen! Don't forget to check out our essential workbook to accompany this study. Stephanie personally created the content to invite you deeper into study. Don't miss out! It's at https://www.gospelspice.com/store We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/74762/link/ Centering on Christ | The Tabernacle experience https://www.podcastics.com/episode/94182/link/ Shades of Red | Against human oppression https://www.podcastics.com/episode/115017/link/ God's glory, our delight  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/126051/link/   Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Passover is a prologue to Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. This most essential of Jewish feasts seamlessly transitions from prophecies in the Old Testament, to fulfillment in Jesus. We invite you today to see how this prophetic landscape is shaped with divine orchestration by the hand of our deeply loving God! Passover is a significant Jewish feast that not only commemorates the deliverance of the Hebrews from slavery in Egypt, but also points to Jesus' mission and identity. We invite you today to navigate through the rich tapestry of the Passover tradition, examining its prophetic nature for the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. You can purchase the Spring Feasts workbook to take notes while you listen, including the gorgeous visuals we created to accompany your experience: https://www.gospelspice.com/offers/ct6coMYd The observance of Passover, with its sacrificial lamb, bitter herbs, and unleavened bread, is rooted in Old Testament events. Two lambs are central to this feast: one for each family and one to be sacrificed at the temple. The sacrificial lamb of the feast points to Jesus Christ, who becomes the ultimate sacrificial Lamb for our redemption. The act of painting lamb's blood on doorframes to prevent death eerily prefigures the sacrificial significance of Jesus' blood. Jesus deliberately fulfills the Passover feast of Pesach by instituting the Lord's supper, and by going to the cross on our behalf. From washing his disciples' feet as an act of servanthood, to identifying Judas as the betrayer, Jesus adds new meaning to His last Passover meal - from the way He references the Passover elements, to how He identifies as the rejected stone becoming the cornerstone (Psalm 118). The Passover feast is inextricably linked to the mission of Jesus, from the symbolism of the Passover elements to Jesus' own actions during the Last Supper. For instance, the 3rd cup of the Passover meal, identified as the cup of redemption, embodies the essence of the new covenant, which Jesus describes as the cup of his blood shed for the salvation of humanity. Join us to experience Passover as Jesus did. Don't forget to check out our essential workbook to accompany this study. Stephanie personally created the content to invite you deeper into study. Don't miss out! It's at https://www.gospelspice.com/store We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/74762/link/ Centering on Christ | The Tabernacle experience https://www.podcastics.com/episode/94182/link/ Shades of Red | Against human oppression https://www.podcastics.com/episode/115017/link/ God's glory, our delight  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/126051/link/   Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Stephanie here! We are taking a temporary break from the Book of Proverbs to immerse ourselves in the two major Jewish and Christian liturgical events happening this week, roughly at the same time (which is unusual): Lent and Purim. I always find it fascinating to find fresh ways to worship Jesus Christ through the connections between different feasts and seasons. So today I invite you to delight in Christ through the unexpected juxtaposition of Purim and Lent. We invite you into a delightful exploration of the divine tapestry that intertwines the ancient traditions of Purim with the solemn reverence of Lent, ultimately pointing to the redemptive Lordship of Jesus Christ. You can purchase the Spring Feasts workbook to take notes while you listen, including the gorgeous visuals we created to accompany your experience: https://www.gospelspice.com/offers/ct6coMYd Purim, a joyous and festive Jewish celebration, commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people as detailed in the book of Esther. The intricacies of the story, from the absence of God's name in the book of Esther to the sovereignty and deliverance of His people, provide a rich tapestry to explore. In the Christian tradition, Lent serves as a period of preparation and reflection leading up to Easter, encompassing forty days marked by fasting, sacrifice, and repentance. Both Purim and Lent share a dark background of struggle and the hope of a joyous feast, creating an intriguing juxtaposition. Steeped in history and tradition, Purim and Lent leads us to worship Jesus at their intersection. It's compelling to note that while Purim is celebrated with joyful feasting and the giving of gifts to the poor, Lent involves fasting before the celebration of Easter. Both observances intertwine notions of hardship and hope, underscoring the resilience and faith exhibited by believers. Purim and Lent beckon us to seek and find Jesus in the heart of these sacred observances. So, join the conversation today! Don't forget to check out our essential workbook to accompany this study. Stephanie personally created the content to invite you deeper into study. Don't miss out! It's at https://www.gospelspice.com/store DISCOVER THE GOSPEL SPICE MINISTRIES The Gospel Spice Podcast is part of a larger range of tools given to you by Gospel Spice Ministries. In a nutshell, we exist to inspire Christ-followers to delight in God. In more details: we provide resources to empower Christian leaders across generational, social, ethnic and geographical boundaries towards more intimacy with Jesus Christ and discipleship effectiveness through a Biblical Christocentric foundation. The Gospel-Spice Ministries provide a safe environment for spiritual and community growth empowering people to know Christ more intimately, serve one another more powerfully, and reach the world for Jesus. PLAY IT FORWARD by SHARING the link with friends and family. PRAY IT FORWARD by praying for us and those you share it with! PAY IT FORWARD!! Would you consider supporting this show today to help others enjoy it for free? It comes to you completely free, but is labor-intensive to produce, and we want to keep putting it in the ears of people! Gospel Spice Ministries is a non-profit organization registered under the tax-exempt 501c3 status. Your donations are tax-deductible under IRS Section 170. We want to be the best possible stewards of your financial support. All donations above our minimal operating costs go to Christian organizations fighting human trafficking. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog (*ListenNotes ranking, 2023) Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Questions Covered:  09:17 – How did Protestant lose the Doctrine of the Immaculate Conception? 16:17 – What is the status of the devotion of Jesus King of all nations? 20:16 – How would you word the Divine Simplicity of God not having a body without it becoming a heretic? 29:38 – What proof do we have that the Catholic church was founded by Christ? 36:30 – Having a hard time understanding why Mary is immaculately conceived but no else? 46:17 – The Pope and Trump have differing views on building a wall, who am I supposed to believe? 50:11 – how did protestants go from the catholic belief that faith without works is dead to faith alone? 52:00 – in a protestant bible study who is going to argue with her about confession… why do we have to confess to a priest? …

What does it mean to behold Christ? Together, we are studying the New Testament, one chapter at a time, and answering this very question. Join us as we dive deep into details of the New Testament and behold Jesus as the centerpiece of God's sovereign plan of redemption. Today, we are journeying through Hebrews 7. You can follow along with us in Behold | A Study of the New Testament.  Visit The Daily Grace Co. for the Behold bundle and for beautiful products that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more. Find a free digital copy of the Behold reading plan here. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Subscribe to the Daily Grace Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and Read the Bible in a year with us in the Bible App. Click here for a transcript of this episode