Ezekiel Lecture 6 - Fantastic Power
We discuss how some of the elements of the Ezekiel's visions are found elsewhere in the Bible. We also begin to discuss the vision of God on the throne, resplendent in awesome power.
Jul 22, 2017•19 min
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Ezekiel Lecture 5 - Living Wheels
We discuss the living wheels that make up the chariot and throne of God in Ezekiel's vision.
Jul 15, 2017•9 min
Ezekiel Lecture 4 - The Throne of God
We discuss the winged creatures in Ezekiel's vision, tying in their potential signficance to other parts of the Bible.
Jul 09, 2017•12 min
Ezekiel Lecture 3 - Creatures in the Storm
Ezekiel sees of vision of powerful-looking creatures that hold up a chariot for the Lord. The imagery of these creatures is used for artistic effect in later, recognizable works but must be viewed in their context: as symbols of power and majesty.
Jul 02, 2017•14 min
Ezekiel Lecture 2 - The Priest Without a Temple
We are introduced to Ezekiel. We know he was a young Levitical priest and that he was a Jew in the Babylonian exile. We discuss a bit of the historical context.
Jun 24, 2017•11 min
Ezekiel Lecture 1 - How to Approach Ezekiel
Welcome to our study on Ezekiel! Ezekiel is a book of apocalyptic literature, where God gives a startling vision that draws back the curtain between Heaven and Earth. It comes at a time when philosophers worldwide are starting to consider universal truths and move beyond purely local concerns. The time of Jewish exile foretold in Ezekiel will eventually lead the Jews to a renewed focus on the Law and the rise of the synagogue. That said, this book must be approached with caution. Read what the b...
Jun 18, 2017•12 min
Philippians Lecture 20 - Pillars of Christian Life
We must rejoice in Christ, pray and give thanks to God. If we follow the Christ-centered conduct of Paul and the Philippians, we will be following a solid example and one grounded in Scripture. Thank you for listening to our study on Paul's Letter to the Philippians. Tune in for our next study!
Jun 11, 2017•24 min
Philippians Lecture 19 - Rejoice Always
Rejoice always, in the Lord. This is more than general cheer--this is part of our inner spiritual life. Such rejoicing reveals a trust in the Lord that can cut down divisions between Christians because it is God who will take care of the conflict.
Jun 04, 2017•25 min
Philippians Lecture 18 - In Christ
Paul wants our joy and suffering and sacrifice not to be experiences in themselves, but products in our growing relationship with Christ. He asks one of the Philippian pastors to resolve a conflict between two prominent women in the community, because such conflicts keep them (and us) from progressing in Christ.
May 28, 2017•23 min
Philippians Lecture 17 - Racing to Heaven
Paul tells the Philippians to race towards Heaven and towards an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. No matter what they've achieved in their journey, they should stay focused on pursuing this goal. They should put to death all worldly appetites and desires, for those will drag them away from this final goal.
May 21, 2017•16 min
Philippians Lecture 16 - Power and Suffering
We are to know the power of his resurrection and participate in his suffering--we commune with Christ in His sufferings. We must actively work to know God better. Being conformed to a death like Christ's. We should be ambitious to suffer as Christ had suffered.
May 17, 2017•24 min
Philippians Lecture 15 - Paul, the Most Devout Jew
Paul argues that knowing Jesus Christ is more important than any earthly outward show of pious obedience. He argues that if that was the case, he is more devout than any other Jew. However, these accomplishments he counted as losses for the sake of Christ.
Apr 29, 2017•24 min
Philippians Lecture 14 - Circumcision in Spirit
We begin the 3rd chapter of Philippians. Paul begins to remind the Philippians about the danger of Judaizers, Christians who want to unnecessarily push the Law of Moses on Gentiles. He points out this is unnecessary because Christian circumcision is in the spirit, not the flesh.
Apr 15, 2017•24 min
Philippians Lecture 13 - Unity in Modern Life
We must transcend our divisions to shine as light in a secularized world. Nonbelievers see when Christians squabble and they comment on it. Paul built an early Church with Jews, Greeks, and Romans, each with forces and ideologies that tried to drive them apart. Compared to the crucifix however, every pettiness is so much less.
Apr 08, 2017•13 min
Philippians Lecture 12 - Salvation and Worry
Paul discusses how to live and work, day-by-day, depending on God and thereby shining out against the crookedness and perversity of the world. He also mentions his two loyal disciples, Timothy and Epaprhoditus. Epaproditus nearly died from sickness and is coming back to Philippi to assauge concerns from the community about his health. These human worries, if continually brought to Christ in prayer, are fundamentally compatible with the Christian life.
Mar 25, 2017•27 min
Philippians Lecture 11 - That Every Knee Should Bend
Paul illustrates the humiliations that Christ endured, which contrast with the sins of Adam. These humiliations are exactly how we should imitate Christ.
Mar 18, 2017•12 min
Philippians Lecture 10 - Unity as Witness
Paul exhorts the Philippians stand firm with one another and to be of one mind in the strongest rhetorical terms. Unity in Christ is a witness to Christ and the lack of unity is a scandal. Real love (not sentimental love) binds Christians one to another. All of us should have the same disposition, the same love, of the same soul, and the same mind. We are to put to death our own selfishness, and put others in our Christian community first.
Mar 11, 2017•25 min
Philippians Lecture 9 - Spiritual Unity
Paul has concerns about unity breaking down in Philippians at a spiritual level. They have suffered years of persecution and poverty. Paul comforts them in this, saying it is a sign from God. They have been granted suffering for Him, and the evildoers will be punished.
Feb 25, 2017•18 min
Philippians Lecture 8 - Glory to God through Chains
Paul calls for the Philippians' love to grow and abound in knowledge and in understanding. He discusses suffering, giving joy that his imprisonment has led his preaching the Gospel to have such a wide reach. He argues that persecution is a privilege and a sign of one's devotion to Christ.
Feb 18, 2017•28 min
Philippians Lecture 7 - Paul's Thanksgiving
Paul is incredibly thankful to God for Philippi, and thankful for God's grace and work through them. This thankfulness buoys him as he serves his prison sentence, and is a model for us as we are called to "rejoice always and in everything give thanks."
Feb 11, 2017•29 min
Philippians Lecture 6 - Salutations
Paul introduces himself and Timothy as servants of Christ Jesus, and the significance of this title is discussed. The letter is addressed to the entire community, not just the overseers and deacons. They are all saints, through grace in Jesus Christ. The titles of overseer and deacon also have different connotations in that time than today.
Feb 05, 2017•19 min
Philippians Lecture 5 - Introducing the Church of Philippi
Paul maintains a warm friendship with the church of Philippi. They are poor and persecuted but joyful and generous beyond their means. Paul's letter to them, written from prison, reflects that effusive joy. Some references to Philippi in the other letters are discussed.
Jan 21, 2017•19 min
Philippians Lecture 4 - Beginning to Preach
Some of Paul and Luke's initial efforts at preaching in Philippi are chronicled. They meet and convert Lydia, a wealthy woman who would later be helpful in their other Macedonian efforts. They are arrested and beaten for their work, yet their are freed by the Lord through an earthquake. They convert their jailer and his family, but are asked to leave by the law in the town.
Jan 14, 2017•18 min
Philippians Lecture 3 - Arriving in Philippi
Paul entered Asia but the Holy Spirit prevented him from evangelizing. He has a vision of a Macedonian man encouraging him to come to Macedonia. Paul makes his way to Phillipi, a major city in Macedonia. Phillipi is a rich port city with access to farmland and gold. It is also the site of the Battle of Philippi, where Octavius Caesar and Marc Antony defeats the Roman Republic. Afterwards it becomes a home for Roman veterans to retire. Philippi also had easy access via the Egnatian Way to many ot...
Jan 07, 2017•22 min
Philippians Lecture 2 - The Council of Jerusalem and Plotting New Churches
In this lecture we continue discussing some of the background history that leads to Philippians. We discuss the Council of Jerusalem, which decides the responsibilities of Gentiles with regard to Jewish law, and Paul's initial plan for his mission which he intends to take to Asia Minor.
Dec 31, 2016•21 min
Philippians Lecture 1 - The Spread of the Church
St. Paul has an effusive relationship with the Church of Philippi. Philippi was the beachhead of Christian evangelization in Europe. The stoning of Steven led to the scattering of the Church in Jerusalem and Judea. As a result, the faith spreads out to Gentile populations. Initially Gentile conversions were not a focus, but a side effect of evangelization in Judea. However, Barnabus and Saul are chosen by the Holy Spirit to seek out Gentiles specifically to bring into Church and teach them the L...
Dec 17, 2016•21 min
Deuteronomy 40 - The Sovereignty of God
God is our creator, and ultimately holds life and death in His hands. It is His right to punish the Canaanites for their centuries of sin by ordering them to be wiped from the face of the earth by the Israelites. However, God is also beyond this earth. Jesus, after death, went down to the realm of the dead to preach to the spirits. Even those punished in this life may have hope in the next. Moses was forbidden from entering the Promised Land due to his sin, but as the Transfiguration shows, he w...
Nov 13, 2016•21 min
Deuteronomy 39 - Applying Particular Laws
"You shall not muzzle an ox when it treads out the grain." This law seems like it is not applicable to those who do not have oxen. However, this particular law can be a teaching moment for God's people. It shows that it is wrong to deprive any working creature of their just reward for labor, whether they are an animal or human. Underpaying a worker out of greed is violating this law.
Nov 13, 2016•17 min
Deuteronomy 38 - Rising to God
This episode discusses the form of Law. For example, some laws are meant to set the Jews apart from other peoples, and some laws are written with the hardness of men's hearts in mind. Then there are pieces that call men higher to God himself, to call men to have a believing heart. The realization of some of this Law in the Gospel is discussed.
Oct 31, 2016•20 min
Deuteronomy 37 - The Purpose of the Law
These next couple of lectures discuss Deuteronomy as a whole. First, the role of the Law in our relationship with God is discussed. Then the Shema Israel and the Ten Commandments, the cornerstone of the Law, is reviewed. God cannot be satisfied by our imperfect adherence to these Laws, but through His love and mercy our hearts will be circumcised to build a higher obedience.
Oct 23, 2016•26 min
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