Podcasts about kingdom of god jesus

Kingdom Come   Luke 8:2-3 The Lord sovereignly builds His Kingdom. The Kingdom of God: Already but Not Yet. In the Kingdom, what matters is the condition of our hearts and the obedience of our lives. You have a PLACE in the Kingdom of God. It's not by You belong! You have a PURPOSE in the Kingdom of God Jesus invites you to use your gifts, wirings, and resources to further the Kingdom. EVERY Christian has a PLACE and a PURPOSE in the Kingdom of God. Scripture References: Luke 8:1-3; 1 Samuel 16:7b; Ephesians 1:13-14; Romans 8:15-17; Galatians 1:15-16; Revelation 7:9-10 LifeGroup Questions: What stood out from the message? What role does God's sovereignty play in the Kingdom of God? In what ways is the Kingdom “already” here? In what ways is the Kingdom “not yet” here? Why is the condition of our hearts so important? Talk about the confidence that comes from realizing that you have a place in the Kingdom of God. You have a purpose. What does that mean? Jesus invites you to use your gifts, wirings, and resources to further the Kingdom. What could this look like for you personally? READ Revelation 7:9 What stands out to you from this passage? How is God's love and sovereignty on display?

No man having put his hand to the plow & looking back is fit for the kingdom of God - Jesus of Nazareth. GO FORWARD !

In this first parable about the kingdom of God Jesus emphasizes the importance of listening. How we respond to what we hear will determine the outcome of our life.   

Text: Mark 9:1-8 ESV 1 And he said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power.” 2 And after six days Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, 3 and his clothes became radiant, intensely white, as no one on earth could bleach them. 4 And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, and they were talking with Jesus. 5 And Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good that we are here. Let us make three tents, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” 6 For he did not know what to say, for they were terrified. 7 And a cloud overshadowed them, and a voice came out of the cloud, “This is my beloved Son; listen to him.” 8 And suddenly, looking around, they no longer saw anyone with them but Jesus only. -Mark 9:1-8 ESV THE GLORY OF JESUS Jesus was with Peter, James and John alone. They went up to a high mountain. These three were His core disciples. This mountain is either Mt Hermon or Mt Meron. As Jesus prayed, He was ‘transfigured'. It comes from the Greek root word 'metamorphoo'. It means to change forms. While Jesus prays (Luke 9:29), His body changes from a purely human form to one that more accurately displays His deity and glory. In verse 1, Jesus promises that some of the disciples will see "the kingdom of God after it has come with power" before they die. This, according to many interpreters, is the display of the power of the kingdom of God Jesus promised seen by Peter, James and John. His clothes became as "white as light[Mat 17:2]; in Luke 9:29 says "dazzling white," like a flash of lightning. The original text doesn't say "bleach" but "whiten." Other versions give the more precise word of "launderer" or "fuller." A fuller is someone who uses nitrium to clean woolen cloth. In John's vision in heaven, the twenty-four elders and the tribulation martyrs will also receive white robes (Rev 4:4; 7:13–14). His clothes are a metaphor for the righteousness that characterizes the presence of God. We will never be good enough, just as a launderer can never bleach Jesus' robes white enough so that we must receive Jesus' gift of forgiveness of our sins. Amazingly, the images of Moses and Elijah appeared also. This has an allusion to the OT law since two witnesses were required to prove someone's guilt (Deut 17:6; 19:15). Now, God sends two witnesses to validate Jesus' identity. Both Moses and Elijah represent how Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection fulfill the requirements of Judaism (Mat 5:17). Peter, James, and John are terrified. They do not know how to respond (v.6). They have no reason to think Moses and Elijah are leaving any time soon, so Peter offers to make tents, similar to the booths used in the Feast of Tabernacles. They are to enjoy the precious moment. Do such august visitors need shade from the sun? But, a cloud overshadowed them. It was the ‘Shekinah glory' of God. A voice came from the cloud: "This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!" This was a repeat affirmation during Jesus' baptism. When faced with this image of glory and the voice of God, Peter, James, and John fall on their faces in terror until Jesus comes to them, touches them, and says, "Rise, and have no fear" (Mat 17:6–7). Similarly, when we are confronted with the overwhelming glory of Jesus, a reverential fear is felt. ------------------------- Visit and FOLLOW Gospel Light Filipino on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram

In describing the kingdom of God Jesus compared it to a mustard seed. The seed itself is tiny.  You can't help but sigh and think, “Is that it?” However, what appears to be weak and unimpressive brings about remarkable results.

"A recent caller to the radio program asked if the Kingdom of God Jesus preached about is like a second Gospel message.In this episode, I address Jesus' preaching that raised the bar on the law. It's bad news – nails in the coffin – for people who think they can achieve righteousness through works or dedication.There's a perfect and impossible benchmark you cannot reach if you're trying to impress God with your actions. But there's also a Gospel of good news if you're willing to accept the gift of righteousness through faith!"We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: https://andrewfarley.org/donate/Connect with Dr. Andrew Farley here:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAndrewFarleyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drandrewfarleyTwitter: https://twitter.com/DrAndrewFarleyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drandrewfarleyWebsite: https://www.andrewfarley.org/

Reach out and connect and partner with my ministry athttps://patreon.com/JeremyMcCandlessEpisode Notes: Why Did Jesus Work Miracles? (Luke 4:31-44)Introduction:The question of why Jesus worked miracles goes beyond simple compassion; this episode delves into the purpose behind Jesus' miraculous acts as revealed in Luke 4:31-44. The narrative explores two key episodes: the healing of a demon-possessed man in Capernaum and the subsequent miracles performed in Simon's house.Jesus' Authority in Teaching:Jesus enters Capernaum, teaching in the synagogue, displaying divine authority in His words.The recognition of Jesus' extraordinary authority prompts amazement among the people.A man possessed by a demon acknowledges Jesus as the Holy One of God, demonstrating Jesus' power over the forces of darkness.Demonstration of Spiritual Warfare:The encounter with the demon-possessed man reveals the reality of spiritual warfare.The demon's recognition of Jesus as the Holy One of God highlights the threat He poses to the forces of evil.Jesus' stern command liberates the man from spiritual bondage, showcasing His authority over darkness.Response and Recognition:Witnesses are astonished at Jesus' authority and power, acknowledging the transformative impact.Believers are invited to recognize Jesus as the Holy One of God, submitting to His lordship.The spreading of the news signifies the fulfillment of the Great Commission, sharing Christ's authority and power.Healing at Simon's House:Jesus enters Simon's house, where Simon's mother-in-law is healed from a high fever.The healing is immediate, and she demonstrates her restored health by serving others.At sunset, people bring the sick to Jesus, and He lays hands on each, healing them and casting out demons.Purpose of Miracles:Jesus' miracles emphasize His authority over physical and spiritual ailments.The demons' recognition underscores the uniqueness of Jesus' authority, contrasting with the disbelief of some Jews.Miracles serve to confirm Jesus as the Messiah, fulfilling prophecies and providing evidence for His messiahship.Preaching the Kingdom of God:Jesus prioritizes preaching the Kingdom of God over performing miracles.His statement, "I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God," highlights the primary purpose of His mission.Miracles confirm the authority behind Jesus' message, emphasizing the transformative power of the Gospel.Application for Believers:The Word of God is emphasized as the most powerful tool in revealing the message of salvation.Believers are encouraged to use Scripture as confirmation and authority in sharing the Gospel.The primary mission, like Jesus, is to share the life-transforming message of the Gospel, confirmed by the authority of God's Word.Conclusion:Jesus' miracles serve a multifaceted purpose: demonstrating His authority, confirming His messiahship, and emphasizing the transformative power of the Gospel. The Word of God remains the ultimate authority for believers, serving as a confirmation in sharing the message of salvation. The focus is on preaching Support the showBack my future Calvin Project on Kickstarter http://kck.st/47lp772My Amazon Author Pageamazon.com/author/jeremymccandlessJeremy McCandless is creating podcasts and devotional resources | PatreonHelp us continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com

Rev. Dr. Iosmar Alvarez continues our series "Unlocking the Power of Prayer" Prayer is a conversation with God that has the potential to bring about amazing breakthroughs and victories in our lives. In Luke 11:14-16, Jesus teaches us about the battle that takes place in the realm of prayer. Let us dive into this passage and see what valuable lessons we can learn. 1. The Power of Prayer: a) Prayer Opens Doors: In verse 14, Jesus casts out a demon, and the people are amazed. It is a reminder to us that prayer has the power to break strongholds and bring freedom. Through prayer, we can experience deliverance, healing, and restoration. b) Persistent Prayer: Jesus highlights the importance of persistence in prayer. The challenge is not just to pray but to continue praying until we receive an answer. Our prayers should be marked by endurance and perseverance. 2. The Battle Behind Closed Doors: a) Spiritual Opposition: In verse 15, some accused Jesus of casting out demons by the power of Beelzebub, the prince of demons. This accusation indicates the spiritual warfare that often takes place in the unseen realm. As we engage in prayer, we should be aware that there may be spiritual opposition seeking to hinder our prayers and discourage us. b) The Kingdom of God: Jesus responds to the accusation by explaining the nature of the battle. He asserts that if He casts out demons by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon them. Our prayers tap into the power of God's kingdom, bringing His authority and dominion into our situations. 3. The Significance of Unity: a) Kingdom Divided: Jesus uses the analogy of a divided house to illustrate the importance of unity. When families or communities are divided, they become weakened and vulnerable. In the context of prayer, unity among believers is essential for an effective spiritual battle. b) The Unstoppable Kingdom: Jesus declares that if one strong man guards his palace, his possessions are safe, but when someone stronger comes, they overpower him and take away his armor. In prayer, we tap into the strength of our God who is greater than any opposition. The unstoppable kingdom of God is at work through our persistent prayers. God bless, Rev. Dr. Iosmar Alvarez

July 19, 2023Today's Reading: Luther's Small Catechism, Apostle's Creed: Second Article Part 3Daily Lectionary: Joshua 6:6-27, Acts 10:18-33-in order that I might be His own, live under Him in His kingdom, and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence and blessedness; even as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity. This is most certainly true.In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. When I hear the word “kingdom” I usually think of a king sitting on a throne with his knights, loyal subjects and people serving him.  Whatever the king wants, the king gets.  The king is in charge and if you don't obey, you are an insurrectionist and deserve death.   This is not how the kingdom of God works for you. During holy week, when Jesus enters into Jerusalem we hear the shouts of “Hosanna, blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.” The people of Jesus were longing for their king to come in and rid them of the Roman authorities. Later on King Jesus is betrayed, arrested and put on trial.  The  “King of Kings and Lord of Lords,” submits to the authorities of both the Jews and Gentiles.  As Jesus is on trial with Pontius Pilate, Pilate asks the crowds who they want him to release, Jesus or Barabbas.  The crowds demand that Barrabas be released. Barrabas, who's name means, “son of the Father” was not a robber, but an insurrectionist. He was known for rebelling against the Roman authorities. The crowds were disappointed in the Kingdom of God Jesus brings.  Jesus' Kingdom is a Kingdom where the King becomes the servant even to the point of dying for the entire sins of the whole world.  This kingdom which is at work for you today.  After King Jesus rises from the dead He tells His disciples that “All authority in heaven and earth are given to Me…” (Matthew 28).   No government, king, president or anyone else can take this authority from Him, as His kingdom grants you “righteousness, innocence, blessedness and resurrection.”  In the Divine Service Jesus' Kingdom comes to you through His Word and Sacraments. In the Divine Service we pray the words of our King in the Lord's Prayer.  We pray, “Thy kingdom come”, and we specifically pray those words during the liturgy of Holy Communion.  The prayer for the Kingdom of God to come is immediately answered as you hear the Words of Institution and receive the King's flesh and blood in the Eucharist.  Yes, Jesus reigns from the right hand of God the Father, but He doesn't rule as a terror or taskmaster.  He reigns and brings His kingdom to you so that maybe forgiven by His blood and constantly reminded that His kingdom is yours now and forever. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Lord Jesus Christ, You release us from out bondage to sin, death, and the devil as the healer of the nations. When it came time to release You, the crowd chose a murderer instead. Through our death and resurrection with You in the waters of our Baptism, may we continually be released from our sins as we confess You to be our everlasting King; for You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.-Pastor Kent Schaaf is Pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock. AR.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey.Study Christ's words on the cross to see how you can show more Christlike grace in your life. Perfect for group or individual study, each chapter has a Q&A at the end, and the back of the book includes a leader guide. Available now from Concordia Publishing House.

Getting to Know Jesus “Learning the Rhythms of Jesus” Luke 4:42-44 We get to know Jesus better by watching the priorities and rhythms of his life: Jesus lived in the rhythm of connecting with God and serving people Jesus' priority was love: he loved God and loved people Jesus' connection with God gave him clarity of purpose Jesus' purpose was to proclaim the good news of the Kingdom of God Jesus lived in the rhythm of “being sent” and “being led” Jesus was sent by the Holy Spirit: He was entrusted with a message Jesus was led by the Holy Spirit: He was empowered for a mission Jesus lived in the rhythm of ministering in public and private Jesus went to synagogues to worship and preach Jesus went to homes to teach and serve Jesus lived in the rhythm of proclaiming and doing the Kingdom God's Kingdom comes when His will is done. God's Kingdom comes when we live a CHRISTlike life.

Nicodemus comes to Jesus under the veil of night to ask him big faith questions. As a leader of Jewish law, Nicodemus holds beliefs that no longer align with the kingdom of God Jesus embodies. Jesus invites him to begin again, to learn a new way of knowing and living out his faith. In Genesis, God commands Abram and Sarai to leave everything—their home, their family, their land—to seek the land of Canaan and begin again. At 75 years old, Abram is called to start over, but through this new beginning, God creates a new family and a new nation. Like Nicodemus, what are the questions we ask in the dark? Like Abram and Sarai, how do we follow God's calling to begin again?

Jan 29, 2023Words To Live By: KingdomMark 1:14-151. Jesus came to make available the Kingdom of God“Jesus then came into Galilee announcing the good news from God. ‘All the preliminaries have been taken care of and the rule of God is now accessible to everyone. Review your plans for living and base your life on this remarkable new opportunity.'”                      -Dallas WillardThe Kingdom of God is the realm within which what God wants done gets done. 2. Repentance is the doorway into the Kingdom3. Believing is our response to the GospelTo believe something means you experience conviction towards it that produces trust in you that causes you to submit yourself to it and live in the joy of it.4. The Gospel is what we are to believe inThe gospel is the story of the work of the triune God (Father, Son, and Spirit) to completely restore broken image-bearers in the context of the community of faith through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the gift of the Holy Spirit, to union with God and communion with others for the good of the world.Characteristics of this robust Gospel…a)  The robust gospel is a story.b) The robust gospel deals with big problems. c) A robust gospel includes the whole life of Jesus. “If our only problem is individual guilt, the solution can be reduced to Good Friday. But as we acknowledge our problem in its true biblical proportions, we need more than Good Friday: we need Christmas as Incarnation, Good Friday as Substitution and Easter as New Creation, and Pentecost as Empowerment. The robust gospel incorporates us into the life of Jesus Christ, into his death with us, for us, and instead of us, into the Resurrection that justifies and creates new life, and the Pentecostal Spirit that empowers us to live together, as image-bearers of God, in such a way that we glow with the glory of the blessed God.”                            -Scott McKnightd) A robust gospel emerges from and leads others to the Church.Mental worship…What has changed most in how you think since you came to faith?Has your mind changed about sin since you repented? If so, how?When is the last time you set the Kingdom down? How often have you heard people preach, teach or talk about the Kingdom of God? What thoughts go through your head when you think about being a part of something as consequentially good as the Kingdom of God?Show less

The Cost of Discipleship is the title of a book by German theologian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer.  In it, Bonhoeffer spells out what he believes it means to follow Christ, what discipleship really is all about.    Bonhoeffer understood that following Jesus is not always easy.  He wanted to honestly communicate the message that, if you live into a life of discipleship, there will be costs to living such a life.  And, ultimately, toward the end of World War II, Bonhoeffer was killed because of the choices he made and his commitment to faithfully follow Jesus. In our gospel reading for today, we find Jesus bluntly teaching about discipleship and what it means to follow him.  And, I have to say, his words regarding discipleship are daunting and uncomfortable to hear.  Today, we find Jesus speaking to a large crowd of people.  Among the throng, there were some who were contemplating the possibility of becoming disciples.  Jesus' response to them communicates the seriousness of discipleship and his words make it clear that faithful discipleship is not for the faint of heart.  The stakes have been rising throughout this chapter in Luke, and it is becoming ever more clear just what lies ahead as Jesus faces the future. So, Jesus spells out the high cost of discipleship. To better understand the blunt nature of what he is saying, think about this. Just imagine inviting someone to come and be part of our community of faith and saying to them, “Come and check us out this Sunday and we'll tell you how hard it is to join our church.  First, you've got to hate your family.  Then, you must carry a cross like a condemned criminal.  Along with that, we expect you to give up everything you have worked so hard to possess.  Do these things and you can call yourself a member of our community of Faith.”  Now, that sounds like a sure and certain way to grow a church!  Right? Well, I think we need to unpack what Jesus is saying and take a deep dive into exploring the meaning of this passage.  First, Jesus says, “If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters – yes, even his own life – he cannot be my disciple.”  Now, most of us, when we think of Jesus, usually connect his message to themes of love and not hate.  “Hate” is such a strong word and it seems contradictory to our understanding of the Christian life.  And, in our nation, a culture that often elevates “family values” by placing them higher than almost anything else, the idea of hating family is offensive.   When unpacking this word, pastor and theologian, John Petty, writes: The word "hate" is laden with emotion in our cultural context.  It suggests repulsion at a visceral level.  In this case, in the context of first century middle eastern culture, to "hate" [one's family or] one's own self means that the person disconnects from everything that has heretofore defined that person.  To put it another way, one's past no longer defines who they are.  One's identity is no longer formed by one's former allegiances, nor one's experiences in life, nor even one's genetics.  These are part of the old world which is giving way to the new world of God.  Followers of Jesus are not defined by the past, but by their work in the present and their future hope. Jesus uses hyperbole to get across the seriousness of what it means to follow him.  Jesus understands the transformation that takes place in the life of a disciple.  Once a person decides to follow Jesus, then life, relationships, time, and possessions are all viewed through the lens of Jesus.  Even family relationships pale in comparison to our relationship with God.  Our relationship to God is our first priority and our ultimate concern. Yes, Jesus' words are surprising and daunting.  But he is not yet finished.  He continues saying, “Anyone who does not carry his cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.”  Well, this demand had to hit some of the people like a ton of bricks and take their breath away.  It is likely some of them had witnessed the public shame and humiliation of a condemned criminal carrying his cross through the city streets to the place of execution, just as Jesus himself would eventually do.  Quite honestly, we hear so much about the cross and cross bearing that I don't think we are able to always grasp what Jesus is saying.  In fact, the language of cross bearing has been corrupted by overuse.  Bearing a cross has nothing to do with things we often reference like living with chronic illness, painful physical conditions, or trying family relationships. It is instead what we do voluntarily, because of our commitment to Jesus Christ. Cross bearing requires deliberate sacrifice and exposure to risk and ridicule in order to follow Jesus. And, this commitment is not just a way of life, it is a commitment to a person. A disciple follows another person and learns a new way of life. [Luke, New Interpreter's Bible, p. 293]   It is interesting to note that the term for “cost” appears only once in the New Testament, and it is in this passage.  When Jesus talks about the cross and the cost of discipleship, he gets down to the meat and potatoes of what following him really is about.  The cost inevitably has to do with what you give up, what you sacrifice, what you deny, and the choices you make.   Life is always full of choices.  Life is about counting and weighing the cost of the many things, events and opportunities that vie for our attention.  Sporting events, family events, work events, the list is endless.  But, to carry your cross is to carry the choices and burdens and realities of a life that has made a certain commitment to living into and bringing forth the Kingdom of God right here and right now. That's certainly what it meant for Jesus.  When commenting on this, theologian, David Lose, writes: Jesus isn't inviting meaningless sacrifice. He isn't inviting door-mat discipleship or a whiney Christianity (“that's just my cross to bear”). Rather, he's inviting us to a full-bodied Christian faith that stands over and against all those things that are often presented to us as life by the culture. Jesus invites us, that is, to the kind of abundant life that is discovered only as you give yourself away. The kingdom of God Jesus proclaims is about life and love. And just as love is one thing that only grows when it's given away, so also is genuine and abundant life…. The choices we make, the relationships we decide to pursue, the way we spend this life we've been given, may cause not just puzzlement but dissatisfaction, even upset, among those we care about. But the question before us, as put so fiercely by Moses in the first reading, is whether we will choose life or death. Well, after Jesus says these things, and being the consummate teacher that he is, he then uses two parables to emphasize his point.  First, he describes building a tower and the process used to build it.  Using a form of cost-benefit analysis, he says, “A wise person estimates the cost.  Is it worth it?  Can I complete it?  In the same manner, a wise ruler calculates the cost of the war before going into battle.  Is it worth it?  Can I complete the war?”  Our vocation and call as disciples is always played out in our daily lives by the choices we make.  The decision-making process often requires an aspect of cost-benefit analysis, and sometimes choosing life – life that truly matters – is very costly.  As my dear friend Bill Uetricht says, “To follow Jesus, you have to count the cost.  It isn't going to be easy.  It's going to take you to some uncomfortable places.  It is going to challenge some basic assumptions you have about life.  It is going to unsettle all your little pet projects.”  Yes, it will unsettle you and unsettle all your pet projects! However, we weigh our choices in light of the gift of love and grace God has given us.  And, for those who hear a call to discipleship, Jesus himself becomes the sorting principle – Jesus, the embodiment of self-giving love, of mercy and compassion, the one who is our “true north.”  We follow the one who loved this world so much he went to the cross.  Following Jesus is not easy, but His word is still the best news this world has ever heard for bad times or good, and that is what you and I are called to remember together. Discipleship is demanding. Discipleship is very rewarding, and it is a joy-filled experience. Discipleship is also an intentional, determined thing – an intentional choice. If you would follow Jesus, come with all that you are and with all you have.  The promise of life, abundant life, life that truly matters, is always in front of us. And, the promise of God's unconditional love, forgiveness, and grace far outweigh whatever the cost discipleship might bring.  May God's love free us to choose life and daily center our lives in Christ, beginning right here and right now.

A tale of two kingdoms: King Herod, aligned with the Roman empire, and the Kingdom of God Jesus came preaching. One seems to be oppressed by the other, to have far less power, yet actually holds the power over life and death. While the seemingly powerful kingdom brings death, the Kingdom of God brings rest.

Luke 15:1-7 1 Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn't he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? 5 And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders 6 and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.' 7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.

Luke 11:37-41 37 While Jesus was speaking, a Pharisee asked him to dine with him, so he went in and reclined at table. 38 The Pharisee was astonished to see that he did not first wash before dinner. 39 And the Lord said to him, “Now you Pharisees cleanse the outside of the cup and of the dish, but inside you are full of greed and wickedness. 40 You fools! Did not he who made the outside make the inside also? 41 But give as alms those things that are within, and behold, everything is clean for you.

EVENTS AND TEACHINGS IN THIS EPISODE: Jesus tells the story of the shrewd manager Lessons on honesty and faithfulness Jesus tells the story of the rich man and Lazarus Jesus answers the question about the coming of the Kingdom of God Jesus speaks of the times to come using some end time examples from Genesis SCRIPTURES USED IN THIS PODCAST: Luke 16:1-31 Luke 16:13 – The Message Luke 17:20-35, 37 Genesis 6:5 – 8:22 Genesis 19:1-29 Find us on social media platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgJ3Tf0R_aiF-uxG-G97ortxPZMFC7kPu Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesusstories/ We're on most of the podcast platforms. Just don't forget to subscribe where you listen and leave a rating for us there and on Apple Podcasts. If you'd like to be a sponsor for this podcast, want to leave a comment or a correction, contact us at jesusstories@outlook.com. Check this link for sponsoring this podcast on a monthly basis. Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

Unified - Part Five: Defining the Center. This episode, Mike offers thoughts on defining the "center" of the 'Centered Set' focus (as first explored by Paul Hiebert, via Mark Baker). Defining the center is the most important task of a Centered Focused Church. For christians, the center is the God revealed by Jesus Christ. But, saying that Jesus is the center is not a complete definition. Who is God (our conceptions about God will influence whether we do church in a bounded, fuzzy, or centered way, and the paradigm of our church will influence how we view God)? Who is Jesus?? Jesus was Jewish Jesus preached the Kingdom Of God Jesus preached and embodied the 'Great Reversal' The Kingdom Of God created conflict Jesus revealed the Father Cruciformity Eschatological bearer of judgment As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

The Nazareth to Nicaea vodcast discusses the historical Jesus, the Christ of Faith, and everything in between. We look at the many texts and traditions, the stories and artifacts, the heroes and heretics of the christological controversies. We cover the debates, the doubts, and the dissenters about all things related to Jesus and the early church. This episode examines the topic of “Did Jesus Think He Was God?” with specific focus on: • Reasons for doubting Jesus believed in his own divinity • Jesus as harbinger and centerpiece of the kingdom of God • Jesus granting the forgiveness of sins • Jesus's sense of unmediated divine authority • Jesus as God's wisdom, greater than the temple & adversary of Satan • Jesus and God's throne • Does Theology need Jesus to believe in his own divinity? Please subscribe, share, like, and leave a comment. Otherwise keep up with me on: Twitter: @mbird12 Blog: michaelfbird.substack.com Recommended Reading Michael F. Bird, How God Became Jesus: The Real Origins of Belief in Jesus' Divine Nature (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2014). Sigurd Grindheim, God's Equal: What Can We Know of Jesus' Self-Understanding (London: T&T Clark, 2011). Brant Pitre, The Case for Jesus: The Biblical and Historical Evidence for Christ (New York: Image, 2016). Ben Witherington, The Christology of Jesus (Minneapolis: Fortress, 1997). N. T. Wright, Jesus and the Victory of God (COQG 2; London: SPCK, 1996). #Jesus #Christology #HistoricalJesus Title art by Ben Clements

Pastor Kenny teaches from Matthew 16:13-20 reminding us that how we view Jesus will greatly impact how we live for Him and His Kingdom.

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231 In this episode, I continue to teach on the Kingdom of God and introduce the "law of Incrementalism" and why most believers will not use the power of this law.You and I live in a world driven by speed, and when you ask someone to slow down, it does not compute with most believers.

People have all kinds of ideas about why Jesus came to earth. Jesus himself said he came to establish “the Kingdom of God.” What did he mean by that?

Luke 5:1-11 1 On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 and he saw two boats by the lake, but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. 3 Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him to put out a little from the land. And he sat down and taught the people from the boat. 4 And when he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” 5 And Simon answered, “Master, we toiled all night and took nothing! But at your word I will let down the nets.” 6 And when they had done this, they enclosed a large number of fish, and their nets were breaking. 7 They signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. 8 But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.” 9 For he and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish that they had taken, 10 and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.” 11 And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed him.

Big Ideas- Mark 12:28-34- You're not far from the Kingdom of God- Jesus is not afraid of your questions. - His response to the man is, “Keep going!”- You get it. What's the next step?- How can we stretch ourselves in this?- Don't obsess with counter examples of the most difficult people to love- Focus on the quality of our love, not perfection- Quality of Love- Loving God and neighbor with our everything means the two must overlap and be the same thing- God is the source of all love- He isn't the most loving, he is love- Our goal is to be united to God, to become love- God's vision for us isn't “rational”, it's so much better - The only way for you to become this love is to experience it- To experience that the God of the universe actually loves you- It doesn't stay abstract- He is rejecting all of our rational, tepid love for our neighbor- Our invitation is to create loving communion with all of our neighborsQuestions- Do you feel safe to ask Jesus your hard questions? - Do you feel safe to ask us your hard questions?- How would your love of neighbors look different if it was the same as your love of God?- What do you think about the idea that God isn't “the most loving”, but that he IS love? - If God's hope for us is that we would love our neighbors, what's a step you could take with yours? - Our hope is to have communion with our neighbors. What do you think that looks like? - Do you think that someone could directly experience the welcome and affection of God through you? - How can we help each other do this this week?

If you ain't first, you're last - so says the world. From the time we're young adults until the day we die its always this break-neck competition for firstness, greatness, foundness. But in the Kingdom of God Jesus does his best work, his only work really, with the last, least, lost, little, and dead. People like us.

Contribution has no place in entering the Kingdom of God: Jesus paid the only price necessary for access.

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We might rejoice in viewing one another through our mistakes and our shortcomings, but in the kingdom of God we are viewed only through what Christ did and does for us. We might enjoy holding our judgments and prejudices against one another, but in the kingdom of God Jesus knows none of deserve anything, and yet we receive everything. We might love propping up all of our good works for everyone else to see, but in the kingdom of God there is a judgment that comes for each and every single one of us.

Pastor Aaron Allison begins a new series titled "Jesus-Style".

Pastor Aaron Allison begins a new series titled "Jesus-Style".

Pastor Aaron Allison begins a new series titled "Jesus-Style".

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blogs-2-u.com/2021/03/07/the-kingdom-of-god-and-jesus-teaching-on-the-kingdom-of-god/ Jesus taught in the kingdom of God. There is one thing in common between the Bible and Jesus; they all express a message of love and hope. The kingdom of God is not of this world, and we can only access it by accepting Jesus as our personal Lord and savior. Read the blog here http://blogs-2-u.com/2021/03/07/the-kingdom-of-god-and-jesus-teaching-on-the-kingdom-of-god/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blogs-2-u/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blogs-2-u/support

People continually misunderstood what kind of kingdom Jesus was building. When they realized he wasn't they type of messiah they wanted, they moved on but only to their own destruction.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blogs-2-u.com/2021/03/07/the-kingdom-of-god-jesus-preached-1615136098/ When we read about the Kingdom of God in the Bible, Jesus is often quoted as saying, "I am the King of the Kingdom." Many Christians have used this quote to show their appreciation for what Jesus has said. But there is a problem with that understanding. The Greek word for King means "leader," while the Hebrew word for King means "lord." So, while Jesus is the leader of the kingdom of God, it doesn't mean that the leaders of that kingdom are also the King of the United States. Read the blog here http://blogs-2-u.com/2021/03/07/the-kingdom-of-god-jesus-preached-1615136098/ #kingdom #king #christians #christianity #episode #blog #post #quote #understanding #leader #lord #leaders #united #read #saying #used #hebrewword #blogpost #showappreciation #kingdomofgod #inthebible #betheking #betheleader #thekingdomofgod #appreciation #quoted #said #mean #kingdomofgod #thekingdomofgod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blogs-2-u/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blogs-2-u/support

It was inappropriate. Jesus had described graphically how he would be cruelly treated and killed, and two of the disciples decide this would be a good time to request positions of authority in the coming Kingdom of God----Jesus here reminds them that to follow him means a life of suffering service. They must -enslave- themselves in the service of God and his people. The Saviour leads by example in giving his very life as a payment, or ransom, for his people. He suffers in their place, and they go free.

https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+18%3A15-17&version=ESV (Luke 18:15-17) As one reads the Gospel stories, it becomes apparent that Jesus is very interested in people. He welcomes and cares about all kinds of people, and He makes time for all types – religious and irreligious, rich and poor, healthy and sick, old and young (even the very young). Today's story tells us about Jesus and little children. The story gives us a heartwarming word picture of an approachable Jesus who cares about kids. Parents were bringing their children – even babies – to Jesus, according to our text. They wanted their children to be blessed by this celebrity rabbi who had gained notoriety for being a wonderful teacher and miracle worker. However, the disciples rebuked those parents.    Jesus doesn't have time for that.      It's a waste of His time and energy.         He has a tight schedule! Their attitude was children were not important! Children in that society, of course, were valued and loved by their parents, but they were to be seen and not heard. Jesus used this scene for a teachable moment. He called those parents with the kids to Himself, perhaps motioning them to come near. Then He corrected His disciples with these words: “Let the children come to me. Do not hinder them, for to such belong the kingdom of God.” In Mark's version of this episode, we are given a touching description of Jesus taking children in His arms and laying His hands upon them to bless them. I've seen some wonderful pictures by artists of this scene. Maybe you have too. It's a heartwarming picture of Jesus playing with the children. This story teaches us a few lessons about Jesus' relationship with kids and the kingdom. First, we learn Jesus wants children to be brought to Him. “For to such belong the kingdom.” They are important and precious in His sight. As the song says, ♬Jesus loves little children, all the children of the world. Red and yellow, black and white, they are precious in His sight Jesus loves the little children of the world.”♪ What is this “kingdom of God” Jesus talks about? It's not a geographical place at all. And it's not limited to heaven. When Jesus talks about the kingdom, He is talking about life with Him under His care, with His rule in our lives. He is our King. A personal relationship with God begins now and continues into eternity. Jesus wants children to have that too. I'm not here just for adults who believe they have everything figured out. I want the kids to know me and trust me. This, my friends, is very good news. And while it is good news, it is also a calling for us to take seriously. As a grandparent, one of my daily petitions is for my children to bring their children to Jesus so they will come to know Him and trust Him. I was thrilled when they brought their kids to the baptismal font to be adopted into the kingdom, but now the work of raising them in their baptismal covenant must be carried out. They must be brought to worship, Sunday school, and children's programming. They must be read to from a beginners' Bible and taught to pray. Someone needs to model what it means to follow Jesus. I am so thrilled my children are teaching them about Jesus! Julie and I believe our calling as grandparents is to support and pray for them as well as teach and model what it means to follow Jesus. It is important and obedient to bring our grandchildren, whom we love so very much, to Jesus. In my church, we emphasized and invested heavily in children and youth programming. We recognized how important those beginning years are to establish a firm foundation in those kids' lives. Most of them made their decision about Jesus before they graduate from high school. Hundreds, even thousands of kids, have met Christ Jesus over the years at church. It takes a committed congregation, as well as committed parents, to raise a child to

In this episode Fr. Daniel Poovannathil starts explaining the Kingdom of God Jesus came to establish, by giving us a brief history of Israel and the background of them waiting for the Messiah. He talks about the Kingdom of God Jesus started and how we are citizens in that Kingdom. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/RY2qQNnba8I

The period of the United and Divided Kingdom in Israel is both the Golden Age of the Kingdom of Israel and the most devastating. Under David and Solomon the Kingdom experiences great peace and security, great provision and prosperity, and a distinct presence of the LORD, and yet when they turn their eyes from Him and lose sight of eternity these promises begin unravelling, leaving God's people longing for a future Kingdom with a perfect King. When Jesus comes He brings this Kingdom with Him, and its far greater than anyone ever could have imagined. Application Questions: 1. What are the three Kingdom Promises of God and how do they relate to the Garden? 2. How is the Kingdom of God Jesus brings greater than the Kingdom of Israel? 3. Why does it matter that the Church is now the representative of the Kingdom of God on earth? 4. How can Cornerstone be a place that reflects the Kingdom values of Christ, bringing peace, provision, and presence to our community? How can you make that happen in your own life?