Jesus is Risen - John 20

We've come to the decision to end the show and hang up the mics for now. In our final episode we discuss what we've learned over the past 2+ years about working together and the spiritual value of good digital media. We also want to thank our regular listeners, guests we've had on the show, and those who have helped or support us along the way. Finally, there is one more question we need to answer for ourselves before we sign off!    Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

We close out our series exploring the why, what, and how of devotional reading with an interview with Mark McCrary. We discuss the importance of discernment in choosing devotional aids and building upon a solid foundation of Bible knowledge. Mark also shares his current process of reading a chapter of the Bible at a time with a specific focus to help  jumpstart our own discovery of God through the Word.    Resources Mentioned  Douglass Hills church of Christ Facebook page  Morning Five video devotions   Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

In our third installment of our Devotional Bible Reading series, teacher and writer Dene Ward reminds us of the basics of Bible study - look for life connections, use a pencil and paper, and always ask questions. This conversation is also full of great nuggets of Biblical wisdom scattered throughout, especially for those who teach the Bible.    Resources Mentioned  Dene Ward blogs at http://www.flightpaths.org/   Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

Jacob Hudgins continues our Final Four series by emphasizing worship as a result of our time in the Bible. He also talks about how reading the Bible devotionally is a process which requires discipline and growth, to encourage us to start small and work our way to more difficult books of the Bible.    Resources Mentioned  A Year with Jesus  by Jacob Hudgins  Exploring God's Grace  by Jacob Hudgins    Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "Cafe Terrace at Night" by John Tadlock "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

On this show we frequently talk about the "Inductive Study Method," but that is just one of many tools that help us study the Bible. In this year's Final Four series, we will talk about the value and importance of reading the Bible devotionally. In this episode Jason Hardin helps us kick off the series by emphasizing our need to delight in and meditate on God's Word.    Resources Mentioned  Diligently Seeking God by Gary Henry  The Wisdom Pyramid by Brett McCracken  Open My Eyes by Jason Hardin  In God’s Image by Jason Hardin  Heaven Bound Podcast  Charlestown Road church of Christ    Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "Cafe Terrace at Night" by John Tadlock "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock  

Ezekiel's vision of the temple in chapters 40-48 is the source of many Bible students' questions, glazed eyes, and even strange speculations. Sid Latham helps us demystify this section of Scripture by setting it in the context of the whole Bible in general, and in the context of Ezekiel specifically. When connected to its fulfillment in Christ and His church, this vision is rich with application.    Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

John could have ended the gospel at chapter 20 but he didn't. There is still more to see - more proofs of Jesus' resurrection, a reminder to the disciples of their mission, a recommissioning of Peter, and a final call to "follow Me." John 21 isn't just epilogue information, it's critical to the disciples' faith and future - and ours.    Resource Credits  The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers   Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

The greatest sign of all is Jesus' resurrection - if it really happened, it verifies everything Jesus did and said. In John 20 Jesus appeared, alive and well in both body and spirit, to three groups of people. Then, in the gospel's climactic moment, Thomas saw Jesus alive and exclaims, "My Lord and my God!" How can we, almost 2000 years later, know Jesus really rose from the dead? And what does it mean to believe that?    Resource Credits  The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers   Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

In part 2 of Jesus' trial, we see Pilate conflicted and indecisive until the Jews' cries touch his political nerve. Pilate gives in to save his own skin. At the cross, we see Jesus suffering excruciating agony but not giving in to save Himself. Instead, He endures to fulfill Scripture. And John writes so that we may believe, not just that it happened, but why it happened.    Resource Credits  The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers   Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock "O Sacred Head" sung by Michael Eldridge

When Jesus was arrested He was in total control of the situation and His own emotions, yet His disciples scattered in fear. One of them even denied knowing Jesus. While on trial before the Jewish priests and the Roman governor Jesus was calm and confident, yet the angry crowd shouted maliciously for Jesus' death. They even freed a convicted revolutionary in exchange for Jesus' execution. What do these remarkable contrast show us about what's really happening as these events unfold?    Resource Credits  The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers   Music Credits  "Faith" by Vibe Tracks  "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock