Gospel Wabi Sabi: Good News For Imperfect People: Recent Episodes
Jeff Ebert
Author, pastor, preacher Jeff Ebert combines the Good News about Jesus with the Japanese concept of Wabi Sabi - finding beauty in imperfection, as he guides you through the literary and spiritual masterpiece called The Gospel of John. For beginners and theologians alike - take the next step in your spiritual journey through Gospel Wabi Sabi. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jeff-ebert/support
Most people believe that something is out there. Something larger than ourselves. Something that at least got it all started. Some kind of God...but they really don't want to know any more than that. They're content to keep God at arm's length,shrouded in mystery, unknowable. A mysterious God can't make any demands on my life so let's keep God vague. The Ten Commandments tell a different story. They are part of God's self disclosure and reveal the very character and nature of the Divine Being who made it all and rules it all. Come explore this mystery in this new season of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Cynics aside, most people would like to find a permanent love. But most of us are never taught or shown how to do that - how to create permanent love. This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores 3 building blocks for permanent love from the wisdom of the Proverbs.
Life is the sum of our choices. But how can you know if you’re making the right choices, and if you chose wrong do you screw up God’s plan for your life?? Too often this question paralyzes followers of Christ because they don’t want to do the wrong thing. But it’s the wrong question. The real question is: “What kind of person does God want me to be?” Figure that out and the rest comes easier.
Do you change depending upon who you are with? Or ask, who’s influencing whom in your friendship? Which direction are you moving - closer to Christ or further away from Him? This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores the wisdom of the book of Proverbs on how to create healthy friendships with all kings of people.
The antidote for anxiety is compassionate living. Jesus wept with those who wept, but he never allowed people to dwell in self-pity. His compassion moved people to change, not to stay in their misery. And he taught that living compassionately has just as great an effect on the person who helps as the person who is helped, maybe even more so. Explore how this works in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Whether it’s a Ya-Ya Sisterhood or a Band of Brothers we are all designed by God to desire deep relationships. Jesus even modeled this for us in his life when he called his small circle his ‘friends’ not just his ‘disciples’ (John 15:15). If Jesus needed friends then so do you! What does it take to create and maintain these deep friendships? Find out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
“Break glass in case of emergency!” That’s often how we treat faith in God. We only go to the “big Guy” when something is happening that we can’t handle on our own…a last desperate gamble hoping God will pull us out of the fire – agin! Rather than our fall-back position we need to TRUST – To Rely Upon Sure Things. Explore how in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
God is far more interested in your future than He is in your past. Some think God is fixated with their past, that all He wants to do is remind us of the things we've done wrong. Well, you're wrong! God isn't interested in your past; He is interested in your future because that's where you're going to spend the rest of your life. What you need is a START plan. Find out more in this episode Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Who tells you the truth about you? No one wants to be a punching bag for snarky critics. But we all need to be open to people who genuinely care about us and who challenge us about what’s going on in our lives. The Book of Proverbs tells us that being able to listen to your critics is one of the most important skills needed to develop a successful God-filled life. Explore how to do that in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Jesus once said that what comes out of your mouth shows what’s inside your heart (Luke 6.45). From the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. Like a bucket that goes down into a well and draws up either fresh water or contaminated water so the tongue dips down into the heart and draws up whatever is there, for good or for ill. The mouth can only communicate what is already in your heart. There are at least 150 Proverbs about the words that come out of our mouths. N This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explore 5 negatives to avoid and 4 positives to pursue.
What's on the inside shows up on the outside. The inside overflows to the outside. It's the real you – not the aspirational you or the you you want to be. That's why it's so important to take a look at your heart (your inner self before God) on a regular basis. Explore some helpful tips on how to do that in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
“God. just tell me what to do and I’ll do it! Just give me a sign!” Many people approach discovering the will of God like it’s mystery to be solved or can only be discerned by their own burning bush. But is it really that hard to find God’s will? Surely a loving God would want us to know the path he desires for us. Maybe we need to readjust our thinking about what God’s will really is. Find out how in the episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
At the beginning, when two paths diverge, the distance between them isn't that great. But the longer you travel the more they separate and the distance between they grows and grows until they end in completely different places. The Book of Proverbs describes the two paths as the path of Wisdom and the dark path. Find out why is this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
The Japanese call it "Sho Shin" - having a beginner's mind, a heart that is ready to listen, to grow, to learn. An eagerness coupled with humility. In Christian terms we call that having a teachable heart and it's one of the main characteristics of a person who seeks a wisdom that comes from a deeper relationship with God. Explore what this means in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
The Old Testament book of Proverbs is more than just common sense sayings. Solomon, under God’s inspiration, describes the way things work, the way God has put things together, the principles that God put into the fabric of reality that we need to follow if we want the kind of life that is blessed by God. And the main thing to understand at this point is that the Book of Proverbs begins with God. From the very first chapter the priority of a spiritual basis for understanding life is most important. Find out more in this new season of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
It was a long seven miles to Emmaus. Two men walking, and as the sun was sinking, so were they spirits. Their hopes were shattered; their minds confused; their dreams dead. “We had hoped he was the one..." There' so much emotion in those few words. But what they thought was the end turned out to be a new beginning. See how things turned around for these two men in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
The three most important words in the English language: He Has Risen! Find out what that means from the women who went to Jesus' tomb in this special episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
When Jesus rode into Jerusalem on the back of a donkey he was proving two things. (1) God loves and (2) God rescues. Those are the two most important things you need to know about God. Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
The younger brother is only half of the story. The older brother is just as lost but in a different way. Both sons don't understand the gracious love of the father. Do you? The answer might surprise you in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Like the prodigal son we may think we can do it all ourselves - even our return to God. But the wayward son needed the father’s help, otherwise he never would have made it back home. Explore why in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
The Squeeze! Have you ever felt the squeeze? All three of Jesus’ parables in Luke 15 end with a squeeze. The shepherd with his arms around the lost sheep; the widow clutching the lost coin in her hand; the father giving the lost son a bear hug. All of these are illustrations of how God feels about you! Find out more in the latest episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
The wayward son made two good decisions. (1) To regret the ways he went off track, and (2) that he should return to his father. Many people awaken to regret - and get stuck there. They don't take the next step - to return. Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
“There’s got to be more.” The “prodigal” son is on a journey to discover where real satisfaction in life comes from. It’s not an easy trip and there are some unexpected curve balls along the way. Let’s focus in on one of Jesus’ most famous stories in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Anxiety stems from wanting to control results, to control what’s going to happen – to us, to our children, to our friends, to our circumstances. And yet we know there is so much of life that we can’t control. Anxiety is what fills the gap between what we want to control and what is beyond our control. See how Jesus flips that script in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Does prayer really operate like a cosmic pyramid scheme – the more people who pray, the more likely the answer? If not then what is the meaning of intercessory prayer? And why does Jesus prize persistence in our prayers? Explore these questions in this podcast episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Forgiveness is what sets you free from the power of the evil done to you. Whatever it was, it no longer controls your thoughts and actions. Jesus has a better way for you to live. Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Just as the Israelites received a DAILY supply of manna in the wilderness, we need a daily encounter with Christ and the spiritual nourishment of his Spirit. Explore the connection between food and faith in this episdoe of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Praying “Your Kingdom come!” is a dangerous prayer. It means you are joing a rebellion against the way of the world and enlisting in Christ’s service. Are you ready for Him to rule absolutely over your life? Find out more in this week’s podcast from Gospel Wabi Sabi.
The disciples saw a connection between Jesus’ private life of prayer and his public powerful ministry. No wonder they wanted to learn from him. But what Jesus taught them about prayer was unprecedented and sets Jesus apart from all other religious teachers. One word makes all the difference. Find out what that word is in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Be still. Once we’re saved by grace, we need to live by grace; and we do that by giving Christ space in our daily schedule. We need a daily rhythm to be with God to be in his presence and pray and listen. Find out more is this episode of gospel Wabi Sabi.
Many people think the story of Mary and Martha is about being too busy for God. How Martha is obsessing over her hospitality, and Mary, the calm one, gets it right by listening to Jesus while the dishes pile up in the sink. Well, I don’t think that’s the main point of this story. I don’t think that’s how the original hearers heard this story. No. Something else is going on. Something deeply significant. Something that changed the status of women forever. Find out why in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
If the purpose of Christ’s birth was to bring “peace on Earth” then we would have to say Jesus was a total failure. There is more violence in the world today than ever before. So, what did the angels mean when they announced Jesus birth to the shepherds? Find out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Who got a front row seat and a backstage pass to the greatest moment in history? A few dirty shepherds smothered in sheep-stink. Sounds like a Wabi Sabi thing to me. Check out this podcast episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Mary couldn't keep in it bottled up inside. She had to let it out! Through a song, a story she told about God's power, God's holiness, God's mercy would be revealed in her soon to be born baby. Let her song inspire you through this episode of Gospel Wabi Wabi.
Good stories usually roll out in threes.: “A priest, a rabbi, and a Baptist minister walk into a bar…” The Parable of the Good Samaritan rolls out almost exactly like a joke with three characters but the meaning of the parable is not what you think. It’s not about being good to strangers and showing mercy to victims. That’s too conventional. Jesus was actually saying something much more shocking. Find out what in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
Jesus is launching his start-up, something that had never existed before. In this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi I explore the kind of people he was looking for to join his venture, and the process he used to make them successful: Parabolic Harmonious Oscillation.
It is serious business to say you are a disciple of Jesus Christ. Jesus had high expectations for those who were his disciples because it’s not just a transfer of knowledge but an intimacy of relationship; a life of personal surrender and sacrificial action. A person does not become a believer and then at some point down the road become a disciple of Christ. Discipleship is not a call to some higher level of being a Christian. It is being a Christian. The Bible makes no distinction between the two. Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
We can't nest on the crest! We have to come down off the mountaintop and face the problems in the valley. But we don't walk alone. See how Jesus goes with us into the frustrations of our world, and helps us sort out our emotions in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
When faced with an impossible task the disciples learned a very important lesson: Don’t let your problems become bigger than your God. God takes what we offer and he multiplies it. So, each day just give him what you have. Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
There's no better passage in all of the Gospels that illustrates what I am hope to accomplish in this podcast: to show how magnificent Jesus is in protecting and honoring the value of broken people, people who are in need, people who are desperate for God. Take a listen to this week's episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
There are too many evil things in this world that can't be explained away by medical terms like psychology or pathology, or economic/sociological terms like dysfunctional or disadvantaged. What happens when we encounter real evil? Jesus shows his power. That's what we see in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
God is sending out his message of grace all the time. The problem is on our end. Are we listening? Are our senses tuned/trained to receive what God is saying? Jesus puts the responsibility for recognizing God’s voice squarely on us. “Whoever has ears to hear, let them hear.” Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi. Are you listening?
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Jesus tells a story about four types of soil and how receptive the soils are to the Word of God. But on a deeper level it’s a parable about the generous love of God. The farmer sows the seed to all soils with equal hope and generosity. God casts the seed everywhere without evaluation of the soil’s current quality. No ground is underserving of the sower’s seed. If your life is filled with thorns, rocks, hungry birds and scorching sun God still sows there. God says anyone with ears, let them hear. That’s Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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The Author has authority. Jesus demonstrates his unparalleled love, power and authority as he meets someone at their point of deepest need. Could he do the same for you? Explore that possibility in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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The wise and foolish builders. Maybe you don’t know this story as much as you think you do. Check it out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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There isn’t any single word in the English language that carries with it the power, the magnitude, the force of the biblical word “Kyrie” - LORD. Trace the history of this word used by Jesus to describe his essential nature in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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There’s one Bible verse that everyone knows - “Judge not lest you be judged!” But is it right to see these words from Jesus as a “get out of jail free” card? Are we supposed to make no moral judgments whatsoever? Go deeper in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Conflict is normal and is to be expected. But how do you deal with conflict and antagonists in a healthy way? Jesus shares his thoughts on conflict in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
conflict in a healthy and godly way.
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“Where there’s light, there’s bugs!” The light of Jesus will always attract opposition because that’s the way of the world. Jesus said, “If they treat me this way they will treat you that way, too.” So, what does it mean to be persecuted and what are we supposed to do in response? This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores those realities.
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These two things shouldn't go together - weeping and blessing. But Jesus connects them. Find out why in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Are you hungry for God? Jesus tells us that cultivating an inner hunger for God is indispensable to the spiritual life where you experience the blessedness of His presence. Check it out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Almost universally people will say Jesus was a great religious teacher, but have they ever really read or understood what Jesus actually taught? This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi begins to explore the profound wisdom of Jesus that we now know as the Beatitudes - the blessedness of God.
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There's a divine rhythm to life that's designed to help us be the best we can be...a blessing from God to you, your family, your church, your community. There is rest for the weary, so why do we fight against it? This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi examines the importance of Jesus as Lord of the Sabbath and what that might mean for us in this anti-Sabbath we live in.
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Jesus brings the new wine - a new song, a new heart, a new spirit, a new name, a new covenant, a new creation, a new heaven and a new earth. This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores the newness of Jesus and what that might mean in our lives.
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What one quality is absolutely necessary if someone is going to be a follower of Jesus? Jesus tells us what that is in the story about Levi the tax collector and his seismic life change. Check it out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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One of the most powerful stories in the Gospel, the healing of a paralytic man cracks open deeper truths about forgiveness and the power of Jesus.
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Jesus sets an example for us to follow - being with God and meditating on his goodness - that's the antidote for anxiety and so much more. Explore the practice of Christian meditation in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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There is no better story in all the Gospels that illustrates the Wabi Sabi love of Jesus than this one about a leper and his encounter with Jesus. Could it be your story, too? Find out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Jesus focused on people, saw their potential and offered them a grander vision of what life was all about. See how his challenge to think bigger impacted three men in a boat.
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Long before Tom Petty sang it, Jesus lived it. He didn't back down in the face of opposition. As soon as Jesus announced that he was the Messiah conflict came at him left and right. See how Jesus responds to conflict in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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What Jesus said in his first sermon at the synagogue in Nazareth was a booster rocket that launched him into public ministry! See why this was so important in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Jesus and Satan played their own version of "Hunger Games" in the desert. If Jesus failed here the rest of the Gospel never would have happened. The whole salvation story could have dissolved into dust like an ancient manuscript exposed to air for the first time in centuries. So, this could be the most important story in the Bible.
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The Gospel writer Luke gives us a ringside seat to one of the most important events recorded in the Bible - the moment Jesus embraces his calling from God the Father to be the Anointed, the Messiah, Savior of the world!
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You don't have to watch the movie "Dune" to find a hero from the desert. Luke introduces us to a man from the desert who bristles with the presence of God - John who baptizes. He’s is the opening act getting the crowd ready for the main attraction. The Messiah is coming!
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Welcome to a new season of Gospel Wabi Sabi - a journey to believing as we explore the carefully crafted, historically researched Gospel of Luke, where we encounter Jesus in all his dynamic power and beauty. Join in the journey!
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The Apostle Paul wraps things up with the personal touch and shows us that the strength of the net was in the knots - the strength of the church was found in the quality of the relationships among believers which allowed them to live out Jesus' challenge to "be in the world but not of the world" (John 17:16).
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Simple fact: it takes money to do ministry. But more than just trying to fund a budget Christian stewardship is an exploration of the heart. As Jesus said, “For wherever your treasure is, you may be certain that your heart will be there too!” Matthew 6:21. This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores the heart of the issue.
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What is heaven like? Is it, as Hamlet said, "that undiscovered country from whose bourn no traveler returns.” (Hamlet III.I .79-80) Or are Jesus' words true? "I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am." (John 14:3) See why heaven is more about a person than a place in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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There are a lot of ways to get Jesus wrong - Docetists, Gnostics, Ebionites, Dualists, Monophysits - to name a few. Getting Jesus right means starting with understanding his essential nature. 100% God and 100% human. This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores why this makes a difference.
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Is it really possible to change or are we preprogrammed by our DNA, or stuck in a cage of our own making? Paul uses his own life as an example of how the power of Jesus' resurrection can break us out of our endless loop. See how in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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We live in a time when the Church of Jesus Christ needs to be at its very best. The world needs the Church to be healthy, full of God’s love, helping to bring reconciliation and healing and truth. To do that we need ALL the gifts of the Holy Spirit - not in a chaotic way, but in a way that reflects the nature of God himself. In this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi we'll see how the apostle Paul helps the early church navigate these troubled waters.
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Sorry, but 1 Corinthians 13 (as originally written) has nothing to do with romance or marriage - but has everything to do with teaching people how to love like Jesus loved. Just what our broken world needs.
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When it works, the Body of Christ is the most powerful thing in the world for transforming people. And it all begins with the indwelling work of the Holy Spirt. See why in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Drunk and disorderly. Hoarding food. Flaunting wealth. The Corinthians church was a mess when it came to gathering for the Lord’s Table. In this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi we’ll see how Paul’s wisdom goes far beyond the petty squabbling as he points toward a deeper understanding of the celebration of Jesus’ body and blood.
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One of the hardest passages in the Bible to understand IF you don't know context. Using Dr. Ken Bailey's wisdom on this one to get at the role of women in worship leadership in the early church.
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There are areas of life where “Not to decide IS to decide.”Where not to decide is a “No”. Sometimes God requires a positive declaration. See why is this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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What's it going to take for you to go deeper with Jesus, a miracle? Well miracles aren't all they're cracked up to be. See why in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Dependance and discipline are the two most important elements of what it takes to be a follower of Jesus. In this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi we'll take a look at the disciplined life and how it leads to freedom.
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Was the Apostle Paul a chameleon or an effective cultural communicator? This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores why you have to be believed before you can be heard.
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Who knew that food - what you will or won't eat - can become a barrier to spiritual growth in the Body of Christ? It's strange that this was an issue in the church 2,000 years ago. The Apostle Paul's insights on how we relate to food (and each other) are just as relevant today as they were in Ancient Greece.
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There were 4 different kinds of marriage in Ancient Rome. Talk about confusion for the early church? The Apostle Paul attempts to untie this knot with one simple principle: Live as a believer whatever your current situation!
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What's the role of Christian marriage and singleness is a sex obsessed culture? The Apostle Paul tackles tough issues in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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In a confused sex-obsessed culture the Apostle Paul lays out the beauty of God's plan for intimacy and sexual wholeness - a word that people need to hear today more than ever. Check it out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi. And then read “Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?” By Sam Allberry.
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Can people really change or are we stuck as we are? The Apostle Paul wrestles with this question and comes to some surprising conclusions in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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"Who are you to judge?" That's the dominant attitude when it comes to examining personal behavior even in the church. Yet the Apostle Paul knew it was essential that local churches ]deal with inappropriate behavior. Otherwise, the church becomes a laughingstock to the world. The world will not respect a church that has no sense of discipline. Check it out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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The apostle Paul boils the meaning of life down to one simple word: Life is a gift. In this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi we’ll explore the two essential attitudes necessary for you to experience life as a gift on a daily basis. If you’d like to financially support Gospel Wabi Sabi, you’ll find info on my website http://jeffebert.com
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Growth is natural for followers of Christ. Have you ever tried a new physical activity? Or gone back to something after a lengthy hiatus? Like tennis. Or golf. Or even walking after surgery.If you haven’t done it for a while, you feel it. Muscles need exercise or they lose strength, they begin to atrophy. The same thing is true in the spiritual life. If you’re not growing, if you’re not being stretched in your faith, you’re probably starting to lose strength. We are all a work in progress and God isn’t finished with us yet. That’s Paul’s challenge in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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You’d think keeping the main thing the main thing would be easy! Not so. It’s easy to lose track of what’s most important. So many distractions. So many opinions. Like satellites that lose the pull of Earth’s gravity people can drift off in space when they lose track of what is truly important. See how the Apostle Paul clarifies the main thing in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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People love to argue - politics, sports, religion - you name it! But rarely does arguing ever change a person's mind. It's just a dog chasing its tail. The Apostle Paul realized he couldn't argue people into the Kingdom of Christ. He discovered a better way to share his good news. See how in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Ours is the age of snowflakes, safe spaces and cancel culture. An age where people are so easily offended you dare not express any opinion that doesn't conform to the mob. How can you talk about the uniqueness of Christ in this kind of atmosphere? In this podcast we'll look at how the Apostle Paul faced serious push-back from people who were offended by the Gospel.
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Conflict is everywhere! You don't have to like it. You don't have to cause it. But you will have to deal with it. In this podcast you'll see how the Apostle Paul confronts conflict head on in the ancient church - and learn some practical tips on how to keep conflict healthy today.
“The Emotionally Healthy Church” by Pete Scazzero
“Difficult Conversations” by Douglas Stone
“Thriving Through Ministry Conflict by James Osterhaus
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n a carnival whoever yells the loudest gets the most business. Today we live in a cultural carnival with so many voices competing for our attention and our loyalty. The people in the ancient city of Corinth faced a similar struggle. To this the Apostle Paul brings one simple message: Jesus Christ is Lord. Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Do you ever find yourself just going through the motions when you worship God? Where's your heart? What's really going on between you and the Lord? These are only a few of the many provocative questions posed by the prophet Malachi. Are you willing to answer his questions truthfully? Then check on the latest Gospel Wabi Sabi podcast.
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Many people are losing hope…in our leaders, in education, in the economy, in the church…in life! Discouragement is on the rise. Zechariah gave a vision of hope to the defeated people of ancient Israel who were trying to rebuild Jerusalem. In this episode we explore how Zechariah gave people a bigger picture of the Lord of Angel Armies, and that made all the difference
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How do we put the broken pieces of life back together again? It takes the hands of a precious potter. This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores how Haggai is the "Kintsugi" prophet who helps people encounter the One who rebuilds what is broken.
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What does courage really look like? It might be something completely different from the tropes we see in our culture. In this episode we look at the courage displayed by the prophet Zephaniah as an example of how God wants us to live "in the mean-time."
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“Why me?” At the root of the question “Why does a good God allow evil and suffering?” Is a more personal query, “What about me, God? Are you going to allow evil to intersect with my life? Are you going to let this happen to me?” Our questions about evil and suffering are always very personal. Listen in as the Old Testament prophet Habakkuk wrestles with this question.
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When was the last time you heard a message about the anger of God? No - we shy away from that topic because it makes people squirm. But don’t we want a God who is angry at all the violence of school shootings? Or who is angry about the millions of refugees who have been driven from their homes because of war? Maybe the prophet Nahum can help us wrap our minds around why we need a God who gets angry.
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Micah is the closest you’ll get to a stand-up comedian in the Old Testament. He’s a pun master, and he uses his wit with words to shock people into listening to his message from the Lord. You might be shocked by his words as well. Check in out in the latest episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Ever feel lost in the storms of life? You’re not alone. Check out this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi - a look at storm stories in the Bible (especially Jonah) and how often God uses storms to draw us closer to himself.
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Why does God use imperfect people? Because that's the only kind there are. Maybe there are parallels between God's call on your life and the life of Jonah. Check it out in this podcast of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Obadiah is nobody’s favorite book of the Bible, but he explores the multi-verse of the past, present and future like no one else. If you want to understand how to have hope in the midst of bleak circumstances then Obadiah’s you man.
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Want to start an agrument? Ask people to list what they think are legitimate justice issues today and watch the sparks fly. You can thank the Old Testament prophet Amos for that. Amos might be God’s original justice warrior - but his definition of what justice really looks like may surprise you and the modern justice warriors who quote him so often. Check it out in the latest episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi - God’s Good News for Imperfect People.
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The Old Testament prophet Joel was the one who coined the phrase “the day of the Lord”, referring to a day of final judgment when God will cleanse the earth of all evil and bring God’s peaceable Kingdom. But did you know that Jesus echoes the words of Joel in his preaching in the Gospels? Check it out in the newest episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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If there’s one thing we all need in this world it’s HOPE. Season 4 of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores how God gives hope through the a portion of the Bible called the Minor Prophets - starting with one of the most moving love stories of all time, the story of Hosea and Gomer. Check it out.
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Though separated by almost a thousand years, Jesus and Ecclesiastes are connected in some fascinating and challenging ways. Check it out in this final podcast for season 3.
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As he feels the effects of aging Solomon takes one more shot at communicating the hard life lesson he finally learned: Remember God whether you're young or old because only God can satisfy the longings of your heart.
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Do you go through life with a closed fist or an open hand? This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores the connection between generosity and joy.
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Activity isn't the same as productivity. If you're feeling fatigued in your faith maybe you need to listen to the wisdom of Solomon and stop to sharpen your saw.
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How do you feel about Mondays? What does your work have to do with your faith? This episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi explores how Solomon connects work to a life of satisfaction.
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The greedy man was asked, "How much is enough?" He answered, "Just a little more." In this episode we explore how Jesus offers a different kind of wisdom on how to be truly rich.
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We are designed for relationships - but Solomon, in all his wisdom, missed it. He loved things and used people...no wonder he was singing the blues.
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Is time your enemy or your friend? Explore Solomon's unexpected wisdom about the rhythms of life in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi - Good News for Imperfect People.
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How do you find happiness? Solomon chased happiness in all the ways you can imagine - and what diid he find? Check it out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Solomon was one smart dude - but all his wisdom couldn't fix what was wrong with his life. We'll explore why is this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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People avoid reading the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes because they think it's too depressing or hopeless. But as we get below the surface we discover a treasure trove of insight that leads us to a greater love for Jesus Christ and all that he can do to make life full and abundant.
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Courage in the face of conflict comes in many forms. What kind of courage will you need to face your giants in the year ahead?
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Long before he became a king, David hit rock bottom hiding in the cave of Adullam. That cave became a place of healing for David. Learn how in the latest episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi - Good News for Imperfect People.
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God’s sheepdogs are always at work in the background of your life. See how as this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi looks at Psalm 23:6.
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Season 2 is a quick sprint through the life of King David using some of the Psalms. Psalm 23 is really a song for the gritty, gray-brown landscape of the Middle East where lots of things can kill you. As an older man King David is looking back on the boy he used to be and a faith that was born in loneliness.
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The FINAL episode of Season 1 on the Gospel of John - one last Wabi Sabi story of how Jesus loves and restores value to people who have been broken.
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The disciple Thomas didn’t believe in “blind faith” - he needed proof that Jesus had risen from the dead. He needed answers that would satisfy his mind as well as his emotions. His skepticism was not a negative thing. He may be the most honest of all the disciples and a good example for the rest of us.
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Fear was the dominate emotion that greeted the news of Christ's resurrection. See how Jesus can transform a person's fears simply by his presence.
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What an amazing encounter Mary Magdalene had as she went to the tomb of Jesus. She never expected to be the first apostle - the first one sent by Jesus to proclaim God's good news!
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John paints a picture of the terrible tableau that surrounded the cross as Jesus died. What would it have been like if you were there?
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The Roman guards were indifferent to the suffering and shame of Jesus. Some of the worst evils in this world result from indifference and not active hostility. Yet, the Gospel writer John gives us a glimpse of something beautiful that is going on behind the scenes, unnoticed by the guards. A beautiful Wabi Sabi moment.
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Can we be drawn to Jesus as that universal man, the One who ties all things together, the One who transcends all time, all cultures, all history? Check it out in this week’s episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi - “Behold, the Man!”
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Is there a limit on how much Jesus can forgive? A cap on grace? If anyone pushed the envelope on forgiveness it was the disciple Peter whose brash talk collapsed into failure. This week’s Gospel Wabi Sabi podcast episode explores why Peter’s failure wasn’t final.
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Why didn’t Jesus fight back when Judas and the Roman soldiers came to arrest him? The answer may surprise you in this week’s episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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What are the “big rocks” in your life? Do they match up with the priorities Jesus prays about in John 17? Check it out in this week’s Gospel Wabi Sabi podcast.
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How can we experience the peace of Christ while living is a stress-filled world? Jesus gives us some clues in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Can you be a Christian without the Holy Spirit? Jesus makes it pretty clear that the Spirit is essential for anyone who claims to be a Christ believer. Check out his words in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Did you know that saying "God loves you" isn't the whole Gospel. Jesus lays out a challenge for those who want to really experience God's love.
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What would it mean for you to have a flourishing life? Jesus gives some amazing insights into that process through the simple analogy of a vineyard. Listen in and find out how.
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For Jesus love for him and obedience to his commands are like a Möbius strip - one thing that only looks like two things. Understanding that can make a big difference in your life.
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What does it mean when people say, "I'm spiritual but not religious?" Jesus had some things to say about the true nature of authentic spirituality. Check it out in this episode.
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What will heaven be like? How will we get there? Jesus gives us some amazing insights on how to make that journey.
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What motivated Judas to become the most famous snitch in human history? Money? Or were there other forces at work? And did his story have to end the way it did? Find out in this episode.
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What would you do if you had all the power in the world? Probably not what Jesus did.
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Is it possible to be a Christian and not be a follower of Jesus? Better hear what Jesus has to say about that.
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It can be a dangerous thing to identify yourself with Jesus. See what it cost Lazarus - and all he did was come back from the dead!
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From here on out there's no middle ground: people either loved Jesus or they hated him. Maybe that can give us insight into our own times.
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The statistics on death are staggering - a flat 100% of people die. So what does it mean for Jesus to say, "I AM the resurrection and the life!"
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What do you do when Jesus doesn't come through for you the way you think he should? When God seems silent? When you need him most and all your hear is silence? Let's explore that experience through the story of Mary, Martha and Lazarus.
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What got Jesus into more trouble? His works or his words? Find out in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi: God's Good News for imperfect people.
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Jesus isn't just the Good Shepherd - he's the "best" there is!! Find out why in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
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Jesus as our Good Shepherd - that's one of the most comforting and most challenging images Jesus gives us about our relationship with him. Find out why in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi - God's Good News for imperfect people.
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"Once I was blind, but now I see." Probably the simplest way to describe what happens when Jesus touches a person's life. Hear the original story in this podcast.
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Jesus says there's a fork in the road of life. You either serve God or the Devil. Period. No middle ground. Those are his words, not mine. And many people were (and are) offended by what Jesus said. What will you do with Jesus' harsh teaching?
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Some of the harshest word of Jesus right next to some of the most beautiful words he ever spoke. Why the contrast in this moment of truth?"
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The brilliance of 1 sextillion stars! Jesus claims all of that for himself. No wonder people got upset.
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Do you really understand what forgiveness is? Most people don't - but forgiveness from God is a life-transforming power, and we see that in the story of the adulterous woman who is dragged before Jesus.
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Where does real satisfaction come from? Why is Jesus so prone to create conflict? How can I experience "living water"? Lots of questions get answered in this passage.
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Ever been misunderstood by a family member? Ever been accused of doing something you didn't do? In this episode we see both those scenarios play out in Jesus' life.
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What would it mean for Jesus to be the main course in the banquet of your life? Find out in this episode as we explore what it means for Jesus to be the Bread of Life.
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No matter how strong the winds or how high the waves Jesus is coming to your boat! The power of his presence relieves our fears.
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It's amazing what Christ can do when we release ourselves into his hands. The feeding of the 5,000 shows us that.
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Jesus taught some crazy things - especially in chapter 5 of John's Gospel. Crazy - unless they're true.
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Did you know Jesus said he will be both your defense attorney and your judge? Check it out in this episode.
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Jesus’ relationship with the Father becomes the model for our relationship with him.
I’m not, but He is and I’m in Him and He’s in me.
I can’t, but He can, and I’m in Him and He’s in me.
I don’t want to, but he wants me to and I’m in Him and He’s in me.
I didn’t, but He did and I’m in Him and He’s in me.
And while they suppose that He did, I know that He still does.
God is who He says He is and He can do anything that He says He can do.
You are who He says you are and you can do all that He says you can do.
(Dick Woodward)
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"God helps those who help themselves." That's Ben Franklin, not Jesus. Jesus specializes in hopeless cases - people who cannot help themselves. If you would like to financially support the production costs of this podcast please go to my hosting platform: https://anchor.fm/jeff-ebert/support Become a supporter and I’ll send you a pdf of the weekly script - email me at jebert1@icloud.com Or you can reach me through my website www.jeffebert.com
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Jesus shows his power to change the human heart and our circumstances through two encounters. If you would like to support the production costs of this podcast please go to my hosting platform: https://anchor.fm/jeff-ebert/support Become a supporter and I’ll send you a pdf of the weekly script. Email me at jebert1@icloud.com or you can reach me through my website www.jeffebert.com
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Excuses, excuses, excuses. Jesus models how to push past a person's excuses and bias to get at the heart of the issue with respect and sensitivity.
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In this TikTok world self-promoting social influencers the humility of John the Baptist stands in stark contrast. We can learn a lot from him about understanding our role in life and trusting God for the rest.
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Most people know John 3:16, but what about 17, 18 and 19? In this episode we'll reflect on one of the hard teachings of Jesus. Also, If you would like to financially support the production costs of this podcast please go to my hosting platform: https://anchor.fm/jeff-ebert/support
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Lots of people can quote John 3:16, but does it move you? Or have you become overly familiar with truly sacred things?
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Nicodemus thought he was too far gone, too old, too set in his ways...until Jesus showed him a different path forward.
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How in touch are you with the anger of Jesus? Can you be angry at the right things, at the right time, in the right degree and in the right way?
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What an odd way to begin. Jesus launches his public ministry with a hidden miracle. What's the water to wine thing all about, anyway?
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Andrew, John, Simon Peter, Philip, Nathanael all discovered the same thing – Jesus sees more in you than you can see in yourself.
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Jesus said there was no one greater than John the Baptist. We get a glimpse of why in a Wabi Sabi way.
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Episode 2 of Season 1 continues to explore the first chapter of the Gospel of John and why not everyone can claim to be a child of God.
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Get an introduction to the author of The Gospel of John and why he starts his biography of Jesus with cosmic questions.
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