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THE JOHN SERIES - EPISODE 20 - JOHN 2: THE COMFORT OF CHRIST FORETOLD AND TOLD AGAIN The interconnectedness of God's from the beginning to end inspires awe as we relate the nuance of symbolism, connective themes, and narrative details to the wonder of Jesus Christ. As we explore the layers of meaning in the minutia, our understanding grows greatly and creates a hunger to know God more. If you are...

THE JOHN EPISODE 19– JOHN 2 SERIES: THE TRI-CITY CONNECTION OF JESUS AS THE CHRIST IN JOHN 2 The names play an important part in discovering the deeper meaning in the Scripture as they often relate to importance themes as derived from the symbolic meaning. As well, they often as well tie to biblical history pertaining to the people of God that inform the person of Jesus Christ. This episode will p...

THE JOHN EPISODE 18– JOHN 2 SERIES : THE OFTEN IGNORED CONNECTIVITY OF THEMES Too often we view sections of Scripture as unrelated pericopes, but they in fact relate thematically when observed through the lens of the writer's purpose. In this episode, we identify the ways in which John builds connective themes in his gospel as he writes to fulfill the purpose of fostering faith in his audience tha...

THE JOHN SERIES - EPISODE 17: A Foreshadowing of the Purified Church at Cana of Galilee In this fifth podcast covering John 2 and the wedding feast at Cana of Galilee, we explores extended theological notes in the symbolism portrayed by the elements in the historical narrative. These symbols portray Christ's work in preparation the Church for the marriage of the Lamb. The historical narrative offe...

THE JOHN SERIES-EPISODE 16: A Picture of Ritual's Plight in the Absence of Purity In this fourth podcast covering John 2 and the wedding feast at Cana of Galilee, we endeavor to unwrap the symbolism in the waters pots at the wedding feast in Cana of Galilee. The ritual practice of purification cannot replace the work of Christ. The varied elements in the historical narrative of the marital event i...

THE JOHN SERIES-EPISODE 15: More to the Wedding Feast than a Celebration In this third podcast covering John 2 and the wedding feast at Cana of Galilee, we find corollaries with the wedding feast in Cana and the Exodus. Once exploring those, we compare the marriage of the Lamb in Revelation 19 and find a significance in Jesus' first miracle as an initiatory event relating to Christ's mission in re...

THE JOHN SERIES-EPISODE 14: Biblical Symbolism that Defines the Christ In this second podcast covering John 2 and the wedding feast at Cana of Galilee, we look at the nuance in the many symbolic allusions that defines Christ, His mission, His message, and the ways in which we should relate to Him as found in the biblical example as Jesus turns water into wine. The imagery and symbols picture much...

THE JOHN SERIES: EPISODE 13––MORE THAN A MIRACLE, WATER TO WINE Since this passage in Chapter Two marks the first of signs and wonders, it carries with it many symbols related to various biblical themes, many of which readers of the New Testament often overlook. From the perspective of motifs and imagery found in the Old Testament we find a wealth of correlative details which glorify God as they w...

THE JOHN SERIES--EPISODE 12: THE WONDER OF GOD MORE THAN IMAGINED This episode builds on the previous eleven which cover the first chapter of John's Gospel. Since this passage in Chapter Two marks the first of signs and wonders, it carries with it many symbols related to various biblical themes, many of which readers of the New Testament often overlook. From the perspective of motifs and imagery f...

The John Series: Episode 11--The Means of Messaging that Makes the Gospel Viral This episode builds on the last with more specific details on how Christ builds a group of disciples through pre-established relationships and how these familial and friendly bonds produce a group of devotees that would carry out the Great Commission even before Jesus instructed them to do so. Their knowledge of the Sc...

The John Series: Episode 10––Capitalizing on the Power of Pre-established Relationships This episode of moretowonder takes notice of the manner in which Jesus gathered His disciples and how the spread of the news moved quickly amongst a circle of family and friends. The pre-established relationship advance by the nature of relational influence draws attention to how Christians today can maximize t...

Episode 9: The Windfall of Wonder: The Expansive Expression This episode examines the rich meaning derived from the background of the Old Testament which informs an understanding of John the Baptizer's proclamation: "Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world." John's twice proclaimed recognition of Jesus as the Christ gathers much attention because the onlookers knew the history...

THE JOHN SERIES EPISODE 8: FROM PERCEIVING TO BELIEVING, A TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCE This episode investigates the verb forms in the Greek that relate to seeing as it pertains to Jesus wherein Jesus begins to gather disciples during the inauguration of His public ministry. The verbs tell a story behind the scenes that brings out deep insight into how people move from inquiry to acceptance. Find mo...

Foundations for New Believers: Remembrances for Faithful Followers This week I decided to defer the return to the John 1 series in favor of discussions key Bible verses from the Gospel that set a foundation for faith and help anchor a sustained faith for those who continue in the faith. As to aid believers in sharing or helping new believers, these verses and insights from a discussion of these es...

Holy Week #7 - The Triumph at the Terminal Time In a continuing series of devotions during Holy Week, this episode focuses the things Jesus said before His death and resurrection that foretold of the end game of God. He tells them of a place that He prepares and the faith required of them to enter into to grace, a disposition unlike that of the unbelieving Jews and their end.. The principles of pr...

Holy Week #6 - The Predictive Path to the Passover: A Prepared Cross In a continuing series of devotions during Holy Week, this episode focuses on the manner in which Jesus forecasted His death and resurrection as a continuous means of preparing His disciples for His death and departure. The despair that they would face until the resurrection must have overwhelmed them. We can only hope that durin...

HOLY WEEK #5 - The Disparity of Dispositions: The Call to Believe In this special series during Holy Week, we explore the way in which Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure, that is His death. He calls them to believe and teaches them several different lessons once again to secure their faith for difficult days. These principles will serve us well as we live in faith while awaiting Christ...

HOLY WEEK #4 - A Gospel for the World: A Mission of Service and Obedience This Holy Week episode builds on themes from Jesus' teaching on how His death will bring life to others, a principle that He calls His disciples to replicate in service and obedience. It also features a redemption ideology in the spread of the Good News to the Gentiles much earlier than many Christians understand. The conten...

HOLY WEEK #3 --- The Architecture of Jesus' Trouble: A Stirring of Compassion on Point with a Mission This episode of moretowonder during the Holy Week Series addresses insight gleans from the Greek text that illuminate the character, the call, and the purposes of Jesus' troubled soul. The corollaries between the text in John Chapter Twelve with other gospel and biblical texts heightens the signif...

HOLY WEEK #2 –– THE CONNECTIVITY OF LIGHT: A COHERENT GOSPEL DESIGN Monday, March 30 THE HOLY WEEK SERIES #2 The frequency of references to the Light in the Bible, with particular interest to both God the Father and Christ the Son plays an important role in describing God Himself, but also the character of God. In John Chapter 12, Jesus builds on this motif in metaphorically calling people to not...

March 29, 2026 THE HOLY WEEK SERIES #1 This, the first episode in the special Holy Week Series, features an analysis of the symbolism present as Mary anoints Jesus feet. We find many corollaries in Scripture that pertain to the Messianic character of Christ, significant to Him fulfilling that role. This week, I will post daily podcasts to enhance your attention to the importance of these several d...

In this episode of moretowonder, we explore the nuance of verb forms which tell a story. John's gospel puts us right in the middle of the action as the Baptizer recounts how he came to recognize Jesus as the Christ. The Greek verbs in their nuance tell a story difficult to translate, but worth the exposition. In uncovering these details, we uncover several parallels in our own faith journey. Find...

In this episode of moretowonder, we examine the life of John the Baptizer in how he lived out his calling in the face of criticism. He knew his role in the gospel mission and did not waiver even when tested. As the first witness to Christ in John's gospel, the Baptizer serves as the principal model for Christian testimony with a principle of how to bear that testimony. Please follow and subscribe...

This expository study in the Gospel of John examines the distinct and unique nature of Jesus as fully divine and fully human. The incomprehensible mystery of this phenomenon elicits wonder and worship. In this episode, you will find Scripture reading, all original music, devotional Bible commentary, moments of prayer, and insight into the overarching message of John in his gospel. Find more at mor...

In this episode, we analyze the rhetorical approach that John takes in his gospel to provide convincing arguments, testimony, and proofs of Jesus as the Messiah. His method moreover establishes key doctrines concerning the Christ to dispel any doubt of the messianic claims pertaining to Jesus. The structure of the podcast provides a comprehensive devotional experience with Scripture reading, praye...