Podcast appearances and mentions of thomas jesus

Cub Kuker Supernatural Podcast EP415 Thayer's Greek Lexicon defines γηννα (or γηνα in some manuscripts) as Gehenna, a valley near Jerusalem associated with the cries of children sacrificed to Moloch. The name came from the Hebrew word for "lamentation." It became a place for refuse, dead animals, and criminals' bodies, kept burning to prevent decay, leading to its name "γηννα τοῦ πυρός" (Gehenna of fire).  This term also (mistakenly) extended to the concept of a place of punishment after death for the wicked. Personally, I believe that Jesus was teaching this to the people of his time and place as a means to reveal how the literal interpretation of religious law leads to unnecessary suffering and condemnation. When we redefine the message of Jesus as an inherently metaphysical, allegorical, and spiritual philosophy, rather than a dogmatic system of beliefs, we begin to unlock the true power held within his words. He speaks of the Son of Man, also known as humanity, and the Christ or High Frequency Consciousness. Rather than a checklist of things to state or believe, the message of Jesus becomes a philosophy of spiritual freedom and agreement, recognizing that we are in God and God is in us. This is the alchemy of observing the physical world and understanding the spiritual experience, rooted in the heart of each human who is willing to 'make the two into one,' as in the Gospel of Thomas:  Jesus said, 'This heaven will pass away, and the one above it will pass away. The dead are not alive, and the living will not die. In the days when you consumed what is dead, you made it what is alive. When you come to dwell in the light, what will you do? On the day when you were one, you became two. But when you become two, what will you do? This video represents my personal opinion but what do you think? Leave me a comment… _________________________________________

We chat about the Gospel of Thomas, and whether or not it can tell us anything about Jesus.  This is an ancient gospel that didn't make it into the Bible, but may have been a contemporary to the gospels that did.  That is, it likely existed side by side Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.  Even more, it likely competed with them to become the dominant view of Christianity.  Here's the thing, though.  While it shares many sayings and parables with the Bible, there are many sayings that are very peculiar.  We take a look at both the familiar and strange, and consider what Thomas can tell us about the Jesus of Nazareth who roamed the earth so many years ago.     

Ruben Johansson

For additional notes and resources check out Douglas' website.12:24 -- Jesus to Andrew, Philip, and the Greeks: "Very truly, I tell you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit." Importance: Key to effectiveness. Corresponds to the self-denial passages in Mark 8; Matt 16; Luke 9.13:34-35 -- Jesus to the Eleven:  "I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”  Importance: The New Commandment. One of three explicit discipleship passages.14:6 -- Jesus to Thomas: Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."  Importance: The sixth of seven "I am" sayings. The path is a person, not a religion; the truth is a person, not a list of doctrines; the life is found in Jesus (10:10), not an institution.15:1 -- Jesus to the Eleven:  "I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower."  Importance: The final "I am" saying. Our productivity depends on staying tied in to Jesus.16:33 -- Jesus to the Eleven:  "I have said this to you, so that in me you may have peace. In the world you face persecution. But take courage; I have conquered the world!”  Importance: The key to overcoming fear, anxiety, and compromise.17:17 -- Jesus in prayer:  "Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth."  Importance: The more we follow the Word, the holier we become. Becoming Christ-like is directly linked to obeying his Word.18:36 -- Jesus to Pontius Pilate:  Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not from this world. If my kingdom were from this world, my followers would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.”  Importance: Points up drastic difference between God's Kingdom and the political / military kingdoms of the world.19:12 -- Pilate to the Jews:  So Jesus came out, wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe. Pilate said to them, “Here is the man!”  Importance: The (ironic) mockery of Jesus. "Ecce homo" passage. 20:28 -- Thomas to Jesus:  Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!”  Importance: Jesus' deity. It is Christ, not the Roman emperor, who is divine.21:21 -- Peter to Jesus:  When Peter saw him, he said to Jesus, “Lord, what about him?”  Importance: Our need to stay focused, not worried about the status of others.Be sure to review these passages in the coming week or two, along with all the scriptures from John 1-11.

Church Online Sept 18th, Darren Thomas, Jesus Is Greater Than Moses by WDBC

In the non-canonical Gospel of Thomas Jesus tells a story about a man hosting dinner for merchants, each of whom give reasons not to attend. I give my interpretation of the passage, I hope you enjoy it.

After Jesus' resurrection, Thomas needed to experience Jesus for himself. And Jesus didn't judge him for needing that proof - instead he gave Thomas what he needed so that he would believe.

We have a conversation with J.T. Thomas about issues of justice, reconciliation, all peoples coming to the table, and how the arts can affect change in a culture. Jonathan Tremaine Thomas was raised in the southern foothills of western North Carolina along with his brother, worship artist Jaye Thomas. As a fifth generation “preacher's kid”, and the grandnephew of the late Civil Rights activist and music legend Dr. Nina Simone; Jonathan represents a unique blending of artistic history and divine calling. After earning a B.S. Communications at East Carolina University and pursuing an M.A. in Intercultural Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary; Jonathan was commissioned in by Bethel World Outreach Center as a missionary to the most violent neighborhoods in Nashville, TN. While serving in these communities, he was personified as Tony in the 2006 Sony Pictures film The Second Chance. In this context, Jonathan began to employ his theatrical, film, and media production skills to equip and encourage young people through establishing a non-profit creative company. As president of Uproot Media, LLC; he worked as an actor, host, and voiceover talent appearing with prominent roles in two feature films and over 150 commercials, industrials, and radio ads. As a missionary and prayer mobilizer, Jonathan has spearheaded extensive evangelism, prayer, and repentance gatherings in stadiums and cities across the nation including The Call Detroit, The Ferguson Response, Azusa Now LA, Awaken The Dawn, The Tent Charleston, OneRace Stone Mountain, and CLEAN. He gained a voice nationally due to his peacemaking efforts during the 2014 civil unrest in Ferguson, Missouri. In 2018, while serving on the pastoral team at Destiny Church St.Louis, he founded Civil Righteousness, Inc. Today, through the Civil Righteousness movement, he directs prayer fueled evangelism, community transformation, and ethnic reconciliation initiatives in hundreds of cities across the globe. With a strong conviction to “earnestly contend for the faith”; Jonathan carries an uncompromising message of identity in Christ and eternal perspective. He currently resides in Ferguson, MO with his wife Mollie and their young daughter. J.T.'s Recommendation:The Broken Heart of America by Walter JohnsonGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shiftingculturepodcastSupport the show

Liebe Denker und Beter, in den Bergen des Libanon ist das Internet nicht sehr belastbar. Daher eine Verzögerung. Der nächste BetDenkzettel erscheint spätestens am Sonntag, dem 18. April. Center Al Fadi, Chabrouh, Lebanon. Heute hat es geschneit. Der Hügel hinter dem Haus sieht aus wie die geheimnisvolle Ruine einer vergangenen Pracht. Doch manchmal trügt der Schein. Gestern war da ein stinkender Müllhaufen. Aber wo der Schein nicht trügt, dort scheint die unsichtbare Wahrheit durch und leuchtet ein. Thomas kennt beides. Als sie Jesus als siegreichen König feierten, trog der Schein. Als sie den Toten vom Kreuz nahmen, trog der Schein nicht. Viele der behinderten Menschen hier im Haus haben Narben und Wunden. Durch Unfälle, Selbstverletzungen oder Misshandlungen. Einige heben ängstlich den Arm, um sich vor dem befürchteten Schlag zu schützen, wenn ich ihnen über die Wange streiche. Sie wissen nicht, dass der Schein trügt. Auch das gehört zum Osterwunder: dass einer, den seine Allernächsten belogen, betrogen und im Stich lassen haben, einem anderen glaubt, dass er ihm gut ist. Beide, Thomas und Jesus, fanden sich betrogen, belogen und im Stich gelassen. Beide sind verwundet: Jesus durch das, was man ihm antat; Thomas durch das ungläubige Empfinden, verlassen worden zu sein. Doch der Schein trügt. Die Jünger sind nicht verlassen. Weil Jesus den Thomas die Wunden seines Sterbens berühren lässt, lässt Thomas Jesus die Wunde seines Unglaubens berühren. Gregor der Große schreibt: „Der zweifelnde Jünger [sollte] die Wunden unseres Unglaubens heilen […], indem er die Wunden am Leibe seines Meisters berührte. […] Denn indem er durch die Berührung zum Glauben zurückgeführt wird, wird unser Herz im Glauben gefestigt und wirft allen Zweifel hinter sich." Thomas glaubt, denn der Schein der Wunden trügt nicht. Der Tod hat nicht das letzte Wort, denn der Schein seiner Macht trügt. Fra’ Georg Lengerke

Ps. Neil Thomas | Jesus Is ...

Ps. Peter Thomas | Jesus, Our Hope

Doubt isn't the enemy of faith. And Jesus is not threatened by it. We must press into our doubts as people of faith.

There are many levels of experience for our human family as we witness a global pandemic, like the Spanish Flu of 1918 and the Corona Virus of 2019-2020. Many feel personally overwhelmed while others say nothing has changed much for them -- some even cry "hoax!"  Make no mistake, though, the consciousness of every human being on this planet is impacted by this global event -- we are all a part of Collective Consciousness and what impacts one impacts the whole. And we choose how to participate in this global event -- will you be a hapless victim or a conscious avatar? No matter what our current circumstances look like, if we are at the very least willing, to accept (1) that there is purpose in everything we experience in life, and (2) that we have the option to tap into the purpose of growth, freedom and joy, then we can shift from the outward focus on fear, uncertainty and insecurity, to the inner focus on trust, hope and creation. We can spend time cultivating a sense of self and a sense of well-being. What will you choose? "When you bring forth that within you, then that will save you..." The Gospel of Thomas "Jesus answered them, Is it not written in your law, I said, Ye are gods?" John 10:34 "I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most high." Psalm 82:6 Mary Jo Bull ~ Transformational Life Coach, Wisdom Synthesizer, Spiritual Anthropologist, Practical Mystic, Guide LogosPraxis.com  Raising awareness that we are more than what we see, hear and touch is essential. How do I know?  I am my own test subject. My credentials are my life experiences. Experience teaches.  

Jesus Is Coming Back The return of Christ!

Paul Vrolijk 28 April 2019 John 20: 19-31

“The Eagle’s Eye”: Class 8 John Chapter 20 Mary’s Moment: 20.1-3, 11-18 Luke 8.2-3; John 19.25 “Do not hold on to me” - what does Jesus mean? He is going….To send the _________ (Jn 16.7, Acts 2).  To prepare a ________ for them (Jn 14.1-3).  To _________ for us (Rom 8.34).  To a place from where he can offer us _________ (Heb 4.14-16).   2. Disciples Redirected: 20.2-9, 19-23, 24-29 Sent by the Spirit If the Holy Spirit has not yet indwelled them (Act 1.4), what kind of reception of the Spirit is Jesus talking about in v22? Commission for a Mission In the Strength of the Spirit For the Saving of Souls Doubter Redirected What take do you have on how Jesus felt about Thomas’ doubts? Was he understanding? Indignant? Another feeling? (Jn 11.16) What lessons do we learn from Jesus about how to deal with people’s doubts (see also Chapter 21 and how Jesus helps Peter)?   3. Jesus’ Body: 20.19-23, 26 Lazarus / Jesus Wrapping (Jn 11.44 / 20.5-7) Stone (Jn 11.41 / Matt 28.2) Life (1 Cor 15.42-44, 53-57; Heb 7.24; Rev 1.18) Us / Jesus Bear a cross (Lk 9.23) Die to self (Rom 6.6) Offer ourselves to death (Rom 8.36) Die to be fruitful (Jn 12.24) New life (Rom 6.3-10) New body (Phil 3.20-21) Summary Who do you relate to most in these chapters? Mary, Peter, John, Thomas? Jesus himself? What has stood out to you from tonight? Read John 21 between now and Sunday Discuss what you’re learning and your questions with your spouse/friends. Ask God to reveal what aspect of Jesus he would like you to focus on through this series. Thank you for listening to this podcast. You can find more episodes in our feed. Our web site is http://www.tvcoc.org.    Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community.    Do you have a question about the Bible or the Christian faith? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send us your questions or suggestions. Here’s the email: tvcochrist@gmail.com.   Thanks again for listening. Have a super day.   God bless,   Malcolm Reading, tvcoc, Thames Valley churches of Christ, ICOC, Tim Dannatt, Malcolm Cox, ICCM, Lower Earley, Southampton, Winchester, High Wycombe, Oxford, Banbury, Deepcut, Frimley, Basingstoke, Salisbury, Amesbury, Sunday School, Reading University, Youth Ministry, Bracknell, Bracknell Leisure Centre, Shevvy Dannatt, Mark Abril, Rachel Abril, Churches of Christ, Christian churches near me, tv coc, International church, churches close to me, Thames Valley, Thames Valley location, Thames Valley church of Christ, the Thames Valley,

How do you know what to believe and when to doubt?

Calvin College LOFT, Apr 27, 2014

Children’s Bible Reader, part thirty-six, 2006, Greek Bible Society, Scripture Quotations taken from Contemporary English Version, Copyright 1995, American Bible Society. Used by permission. Illustrations by Martha Kapetanakou-Xinopoulou. "On the road to Emmaus" "Jesus appears to the disciples" "Jesus and Thomas" "Jesus appears again at the Sea of Galilee" "Jesus and Peter" "Jesus ascends into Heaven"

In Jesus' conversation with Thomas Jesus responds to Thomas's honest doubt by inviting him to an even more intimate encounter, to touch his wounds. Though the story does not indicate whether Thomas actually did touch Jesus, could it be that God can use even our doubt to draw us into a more intimate relationship with the risen Christ?

In Jesus' conversation with Thomas Jesus responds to Thomas's honest doubt by inviting him to an even more intimate encounter, to touch his wounds. Though the story does not indicate whether Thomas actually did touch Jesus, could it be that God can use even our doubt to draw us into a more intimate relationship with the risen Christ?