In this episode of the Gospel Thread Podcast, host Dan Snyder explores the concept of belief as discussed in the book of John, particularly through the dialogue between Jesus and Nicodemus. He emphasizes that true belief involves acknowledging and acting upon Christ's character rather than just witnessing His signs. Snyder highlights the necessity of being "born again" through the Holy Spirit to enter the Kingdom of God, stressing the importance of understanding scripture deeply. Ultimately, the essence of the Gospel is that faith in Jesus grants eternal life and invites listeners to reflect on what belief looks like in their own lives.

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Sources:

Mounce, R. H. (2007). The Expositor's Bible Commentary: John. Zondervan.

Guzik, D. (2024). John 3 - The New Birth. Enduring Word. https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/john-3/

Bruce, F. F. (1983). The Gospel of John: A Verse-By-Verse Exposition. Kingsley Books.

Music:

Ain't No Mercy Here - Def Lev

Meeting of the Minds - Scientific, Matt Large

Alone in Our Home (Instrumental) - Sleepaway Camp

I'm Going Underground (Instrumental) - Clandestyne

Behave - Rockin' For Decades

Enough This Time - Rockin' For Decades

God appears to Abraham and makes three pronouncements. Both Abraham and Sarah receive name changes and the sign of circumcision is given. The relationship between circumcision and baptism is discussed in depth.

Sources:

Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 17.” Blue Letter Bible, 2018, www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-17.cfm. Accessed 25 May 2023.

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 17B.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 31 Oct. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_17b. Accessed 25 May 2023.

In this episode of the Gospel Thread Podcast, Dan Snyder revisits John 2, highlighting Jesus' first miracle of turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana and the subsequent cleansing of the temple. He explains how these acts are signs of Jesus' identity and mission, reflecting on the symbolism of the miracle as a foreshadowing of the New Covenant. The narrative underscores the importance of true belief, contrasting the faith of the disciples with those who believed superficially after witnessing miracles, emphasizing that genuine faith must be rooted in understanding who Jesus is rather than merely what He can do.

Sources:

Mounce, R. H. (2007). The Expositor's Bible Commentary: John. Zondervan.

Bruce, F. F. (1983). The Gospel of John: A Verse-By-Verse Exposition. Kingsley Books.

Guzik, D. (2024). John 2 - Conversion and Cleansing. Enduring Word. https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/john-2/

Mingcong, C. (n.d.). Did Mary Mother of God Give Birth to Other Children?. Ask Fr Francis. https://askfrfrancis.org/qa/did-mary-mother-of-god-give-birth-to-other-children

Armstrong, S. (2014, September 25). Gospel of John - Lesson 2. Verse By Verse Ministry International. https://versebyverseministry.org/lessons/gospel-of-john-lesson-2

Music:

Def Lev - "Ain't No Mercy Here"

Rockin' For Decades - "Step On Up"

Grevins Tid - "Hanged Drawn & Quartered (For Rock n' Roll) (Instrumental Version)"

Mizio - "Fragments"

The Fly Guy Five - "Birthday-Bash"

Rockin' For Decades - "Enough This Time"

Abram and Sarai resort to some pretty awful actions in order to get their son that God promised, which results in a pregnant slave girl on the run. The first half of the chapter should reveal how we deal with disappointment and the second half should reveal how we respond to God when he asks us to do something difficult.

Sources:

Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 16.” Blue Letter Bible, 2018, www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-16.cfm. Accessed 23 May 2023.

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 16A.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 9 Oct. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_16a. Accessed 24 May 2023.

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 16B.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 17 Oct. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_16b. Accessed 24 May 2023.

In this episode, Abram has a very strange encounter with God which results in a covenant between God and Abram. What are these strange images of a smoking fire pot and a flaming torch?

Sources:

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 15B.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 3 Oct. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_15b. Accessed 23 May 2023.

Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 15.” Blue Letter Bible, 2018, www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-15.cfm. Accessed 23 May 2023.

Mackie, Tim, and Jon Collins. “Avon - Iniquity.” Bible Project, bibleproject.com/explore/video/avon-iniquity/. Accessed 23 May 2023.

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 15B.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 3 Oct. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_15b. Accessed 23 May 2023.

Genesis 14 is split in two halves. Each half gives us a different picture of Jesus: First, as a Kinsmen-Redeemer, and second, as a Priest-King.

Sources:

Stephen, Armstrong. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 14A.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 12 Sept. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_14a. Accessed 19 May 2023.

Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 14.” Blue Letter Bible, 2018, www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-14.cfm. Accessed 19 May 2023.

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 14B.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 19 Sept. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_14b. Accessed 19 May 2023.

Abraham and Lot return from Egypt and they immediately begin arguing over land. We explore how each one handles the situation.

Sources:

Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 13.” Blue Letter Bible, 2018, www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-13.cfm. Accessed 18 May 2023.

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 13.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 5 Sept. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_13. Accessed 18 May 2023.

God called Abram to leave his family and his city to become the seed-bearer for the coming Messiah. Abram obeyed and received an eightfold promise from God. Immediately, a famine came to test Abram's faith. He left the land of Canaan for the land of Egypt which would have lasting effects on his life.

Sources:

Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 12.” Blue Letter Bible, 2018, www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-12.cfm. Accessed 13 May 2023.

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 12B.” Verse by Verse Ministry International, 22 Aug. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_12b1. Accessed 17 May 2023.

Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 - Lesson 12C.” Verse by Verse Ministry International, 29 Aug. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_12c. Accessed 17 May 2023.