Why Jesus? ... Why Not Jesus?!

We're talking about a broad range of information today:

Facts about the book of the Bible, Jesus in the Bible, and key opposites that are interesting to think about in terms of "Why Jesus?".

• Love vs Hate
• Right vs Wrong
• Joy vs Misery (Light vs Darkness)
• Eternal life vs Eternal torment

What do these opposites look like? Hear about the differences of each of these opposites, and some real-life examples in our conversation today.

Ponder points:

• What is your motivation for life?
• What's your purpose?
• Where do you find hope?

We fall short because we were born into sin. But there is hope! Tune in to a great discussion today about "why believe in Jesus".

Scripture references:

Bible

2 Timothy 3:16

John 3:16

John 4:6

Jesus was on earth

Matthew 4:18

Love vs Hate

Galatians 5:22

John 1: 4-5

Matthew 5:16

Proverbs 10:12

Ephesians 4:31

Romans 12:9

Matthew 5:43:44

Right vs Wrong

Matthew 5:11-12

Proverbs 4:18

Joy vs Misery

Nehamiah 8:10

John 8:12

Nahum 1:7

Isaiah 26:4

Eternal Life vs Eternal Torment

James 4:14

John 17:3

John 3:36

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What do our prayers to God look like? Little prayers, big prayers. Are our thoughts the same as God’s thoughts?

When it comes to prayers, is our timing best, or is God’s timing best? Is our will best or His will?

Prayer, surrender, trust - it’s all part of this episode.

What about the Promise of heaven? He has a place for you!

Jesus talks a lot about heaven in the Bible. We're discussing His viewpoint today. And hear the description of heaven as described in the book of Revelation. Focusing on eternity in heaven is exciting!

What is the promise of heaven? Hear salvation explained, and a salvation prayer for you!

We have a salvation prayer for everyone who wants to pray to the Lord for salvation today. Don’t wait, tune in today and pray with us!

Scripture references

Promise of Answered Prayer:

1 John 5: 14-15

Matthew 26:39, 42

Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 11: 2-4

Matthew 7:7-11

Jeremiah 33:2-3

Matthew 7:13-14

Promise of Heaven:

John 14:1-3

1 John 1:7-9

John 5:24

1 Corinthians 2:9

Revelation 21

Revelation 3:20

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There are so many of God’s promises in the Bible.

We’re talking about two of God’s promises in this episode:

God’s promise to always be with us and Sustain Us, and God’s promise of Peace.

And who are God’s promises for? Those who believe in Jesus.

It’s so good to focus on God’s promises, especially when we come up against hard things in life. Struggles, weariness, anxiety, trials. How do we handle it? What does God say?

He says that He won’t let the righteous be shaken. How comforting it is, when we put our trust in Him.

Hear practical life examples and applications in this episode. Then tune in to the next episode when we share two more of God's promises!

Promise to Sustain us

Deuteronomy 31:8

Joshua 1:9

Psalm 23

Psalm 55:22

Hebrews 1:3

John: 1:1

Promise of Peace

Philippians 4:6-7

Galatians 5:22

Isaiah 26:3-4

Matthew 6:34

Proverbs 16:9

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Jesus tells us to abide in Him as we live our life. What does that look like? And how do our works relate to abiding in Christ?

There are works and then there are works.

True or False: I do good things so I’m going to heaven.

This topic today is from a sermon entitled “Living Faith = Living Works.” After listening to the sermon, Bethany and Carol are discussing their takeaways in this episode.

Hear about James and Paul and their teaching on works. Hear about our position in Christ verses our practice in Christ. Listen to real-life examples from Bethany and Carol, and scripture story examples, of abiding in Christ through faith.

Discussions on the gift of Salvation, faith, repentance, and living works. We’re diving into good stuff today!

Can we ever be ‘good enough’ like Jesus? No way! But that’s where we repent of our sins (when we mess up), and he forgives us. It’s truly a condition of our heart.

Ask yourself: How am I living out my faith in Christ (Abiding in Christ)?

Scripture references:

James 2:14-26 (Our works)

Matthew 7:7-8

James 1:2-4

Hebrews 11 (Hall of Fame of the Faithful)

Matthew 7:21 (The will of my Father)

John 6:40

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Behold the Lamb of God

Jesus has MANY names. Today, we're talking about: Why is Jesus called the Lamb of God? What do lambs have to do with Jesus? We’re diving into the meaning behind the name, Lamb of God.

Hear references in the Bible, including symbolism, old convenant, and new covenant, the story of Abraham and Issac, "Behold the Lamb of God" verses from John the Baptist, and the Lamb taking the scroll reference.

There are many songs and hymns centered on what Jesus has done for us. Hear a sampling of song titles, and the lyrics from one song in particular that speaks to His selfless act.

How can we thank Him, and celebrate what He has done for us on a regular basis? What are some examples of this?

Tune in for a meaningful episode about Jesus, the Lamb of God.

Happy Easter!

Scripture references:

Genesis 15

Genesis 22:1-8

Isaiah 53:7

Revelation 5:1-7

Revelation 17:14

Music

Thank you Jesus for the Blood - Charity Gayle

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhU-Omwg2rU

Holy Forever - Chris Tomlin

Gratitude - Brandon Lake

Hymns:

In Christ Alone

Because He Lives

The Old Rugged Cross

Up from the Grave He arose

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As Jesus nears his time to die for our sins, He has many things to say to his disciples. Found in the book of John, chapter 15, we are discussing a parable today, where Jesus is uses a grapevine metaphor.

There is a Vine Dresser who is the Father,

The Vine, who is Jesus,

And the branches, which are us.

As we approach Easter, when we celebrate Jesus our Savior, it seems fitting to talk about this message from Jesus. What does He say about the Father, Son, and us?

Hear about God's gift to us, our works, abiding, unity, love, the Word, treasures, and more - this episode is chock full of good things! Tune in to this rich episode focused on Jesus’ message in John 15: 1-11 (Spoiler alert: it ends with JOY!).

John 15:1-11

1 John 4:19

John 15: 12, 16

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Sometimes we’re spread too thin, or have to juggle many things in life. Maybe it’s just for a season, or maybe longer.

Psalm 23 is our helpful scripture today for when we become overwhelmed.

We’re touching on all the points in the 23rd Psalm, written by David. He writes about the Lord as our Shepherd. As believers in Christ, we are His sheep. Through this Psalm, we see how God helps us as we walk through overwhelming times.

Become enlightened as you listen to this episode with Bethany and Carol. Walk away refreshed from God’s Word!

Scripture:

Psalm 23

John 10

Book: The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch

Hymns:

How Great Thou Art

Amazing Grace

The Old Rugged Cross

Nothing but the Blood of Jesus

My Hope is Built on Nothing Less

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What is God teaching Carol and Bethany?

It's good to pause and see what God is doing in each of our lives.

Today is a check-in with our co-hosts on how God is working in their lives, spiritually.

Hear shares from sermons that have spoken to them, and about priorities and focus in their lives.

Hear “the bible in a year” shares. Stories from Acts, Leviticus and Ecclesiastes, and more. Find parallels to the world we live in today and find hope, truth and freedom.

What about God’s holiness? Bethany sheds some light on that subject in today's episode.

AND it’s been 2 years since the podcast started. We are blessed to have you on this journey. Thanks for coming along with us!

So… Get a cup of coffee and tune in today!

References

Philippians 3:4-6

Book of Leviticus

Eccelesiastes 1:9-11

Bible in a year & Verse of the Day:

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