Jesus Stories

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: The Sadducees come to Jesus with a question with a question about marriage in Heaven A Teacher asks, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?” Jesus asks the Pharisees, “What do you think about the Messiah?” Jesus castigates the Pharisees for their hypocrisy Jesus grieves over Jerusalem We hear the lesson of the widow’s offering of two pennies   SCRIPTUR...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS PODCAST EPISODE? Jesus curses an unproductive fig tree He cleans up the Temple – again Religious leaders are looking for a way to kill Jesus but can’t formulate a plan Jesus reminds his followers that he will have to die Jehovah God verifies Jesus’ ministry The disciples are stunned by a dead fig tree Jesus tells them to believe and pray in their belief Jesus is challenged to...

What Happens in This Episode? We visit a party in this Jesus Stories episode. In our visiting, we are watching the other party goers to find out how they respond to Jesus’ presence there. We see gratitude. We see worship. We watch service. But we also see criticism. The question we ask is, what is my response to Jesus in this setting? Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: John 12:1-13 Luke 17:11-...

What Happens in This Episode? In this Jesus Stories episode, as Jesus approaches Jerusalem he tells a parable of a rich nobleman. He visits the home of Simon the leper, whom he had healed. Simon hosts a party in his honor. Among the attendees are Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Mary anoints Jesus with oil – much to the dismay of some. Jesus finally rides into Jerusalem and is honored as the King he is....

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? In this Jesus Stores episode, we look at what Resurrection really means for those who follow Jesus. We explain the meaning of Resurrection – as Jesus would have us understand it – and what that means for our lives. There is some hard teaching here, but we need to seriously consider how the Resurrection makes following Jesus unique in the culture. SCRIPTURES REFERENCED...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? Jesus teaches on prayer. Keep praying. Don’t give up. The prayers of a Pharisee and a tax collector. “Those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” Parable of the landowner who hires help for his vineyard. He pays everyone the same, regardless of how long they worked. “So those who are last now will be first then, and th...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? In this Jesus Stories episode, we’ll walk through what the scriptures have to say about marriage. How does Jesus look at this relationship? How does this relationship portray our relationship to Jesus? What does this mean for us and our marriages? SCRIPTURES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: Deuteronomy 24:1-2 Matthew 19:3-9 Mark 10:3-12 John 1:1 Genesis 1:26-27 Genesis 2:1...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? In this episode of Jesus Stories, Jesus' teachings become more pointed - more direct. Through parables, Jesus confronts the Pharisees and their attitudes about money and teaching on honesty and faithfulness. He uses a parable to point to their attitude toward the poor. And he will discuss the nature of the coming Kingdom of God and the need to be watchful and ready fo...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? In this Jesus Stories episode, we delve deep into the three parables of Luke 15. In “Jesus’ Lost and Found” we look at how those parables reveal something of the character of Jehovah God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. We also look at you and me and our needed response to those characteristics. What should we do with this information? What does it mean for each of us? SCR...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? Jesus is invited to lunch after church He heals a man on the Sabbath asking, “Which of you doesn’t work on the Sabbath?” He watches the seating at the table and calls for a humbler selection of a seat He cautions the host about inviting those who can pay his invitation back We hear a parable of a great banquet which no one will attend – except those who are living on...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: Jesus visits the home of Mary and Martha; and Martha does all the cooking Jesus teaching his disciples about prayer He reminds us of the goodness of Jehovah God Jesus responds to the questions, “Are you the Messiah?” People try to stone Jesus. Again. He escapes. Again. Jesus responds to a hotly debated question, “Will only a few be saved?” Jesus counters a warning to...

What Happens in this Episode? In our last Jesus Stories episode, Jesus issued an invitation to come to him. He encourages us to take his yoke and find rest. But what does this mean? We explore the Biblical concept of rest as we talk about “rest for your souls”. How do we obtain this rest? Is it still available to us? In a world which is in turmoil, how can Jesus promise this rest? Join me as I bre...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? Jesus and his entourage are rejected by Samaritans Ten lepers (at least one from Samaria) are healed Jesus sends out 72 disciples in pairs to the cities he is about to visit to teach and heal The 72 disciples return with great news Jesus issues a famous invitation A teacher of the law asks a question, in order to justify himself. Jesus uses this opportunity to tell a...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? From the beginning of time, Jehovah God has set an ideal for families. In this Jesus Stories episode, we begin by talking about this ideal. Then our guest speaker, Al Robinson, will take us into the current time and using the example of King David (or the non-example, if you will) share with us some principles we can put into practice to improve our family relationshi...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: Jesus and his disciples find a man born blind The disciples use this meeting to ask a theological question Jesus uses this meeting to heal the man Some of the man’s friends and family don’t believe that it is the same man. Others believe the healing The Pharisees question the man – not just once, but three times The Pharisees question the man’s parents Jesus goes back...

What Happens in this Episode? This Jesus Stories episode allows the scriptures to tell the story of the birth of Jesus. While I connect each reading with a short commentary, the scriptures speak the story for themselves. At the end we draw some conclusions about how Jesus has affected the entire world and ask, Has he affected yours? Scriptures Referenced in this Episode: John 1:1-5 Luke 1:5-80 Mat...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? It’s a story that starts at the beginning of time. In this episode of Jesus Stories, we tell the entire story of Christmas. What happened in the beginning which created the need for Jesus to come to earth? How did that happen? (Yes, the familiar story you’ve heard all your life, maybe!) What does it mean for you and me today? How does Jesus brings us new life, reconci...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? This Jesus Stories episode dives deep into Jesus second “I am” statement: “I AM the light of the world.” What does that mean? Where does that come from? What does it mean for us? How should it affect our lives? And how does Thanksgiving play into this statement? There’s a lot to think about in this episode. SCRIPTURES USED IN THIS EPISODE: John 7:38 Exodus 13:21-22 Jo...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? In this Jesus Stories episode, Jesus tells his listeners of his identity.  However, the Pharisees and other Jews spend more time arguing than listening. Jesus challenges them with his words and reveals who he is, where he has come from, and from where he has received his authority. That doesn’t set well with the teachers and Pharisees. Although, some others believe. ...

What happens in this episode? Jesus has made a startling statement in the middle of a joyous Jewish festival. “Anyone who is thirsty may come to me! Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.’” But what does this mean? We dig into this declaration and break it down for you. Scriptures referenced in this episode: Exodu...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: Peter asks a question which prompts a parable on forgiveness Jesus’ brothers taunt him Jesus secretly goes to the Feast of Tabernacles He teaches in the Temple Some believe; some don’t believe But, the Pharisees and teachers of the law are upset The authorities try to arrest Jesus – twice The Pharisees and teachers of the law try to trap Jesus with a woman caught in t...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE? In this Jesus Stories we continue pausing to review and explain some important teaching which Jesus offers to his followers. We look again at faith. But this is faith that might falter. We talk about leadership – specifically “servant leadership.” Then we look at conflict. How does he ask us to handle some tough situations? Jesus offers some very practical advise. SCR...

What Happens in This Episode? In this Jesus Stories episode, we take a deep dive into two questions. First, Jesus asks all of us, “Who Do You Say I Am?” The answer to this question had profound effects on the life of Peter who responded, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Our answer also has profound effects on our lives. We discuss the implications of that answer. Second, Jehovah G...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE: Jesus: “What does everyone say about me?” Jesus: “Who do you think that I am?” Peter jumps in with a confession and Jesus responds with an important and controversial reply. The apostles are given access and authority. Jesus shares his future sufferings with his followers. But Peter reprimands him. Jesus responds by telling everyone that following Jesus is costly; it...

WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS EPISODE Pharisees challenge Jesus’ cleanliness, while ignoring their own law Jesus: "It’s what comes from your heart defiles you, not what you eat." Off to Tyre and Sidon and the healing of a Canaanite woman Then to the Decapolis and healing of a deaf/mute man Jesus feeds another crowd Challenge from the Pharisees and Sadducees: Show us your authority! Healing in Bethsaida for...