Behind the Message

Avocado Hand Warmers:https://www.amazon.com/Gaiatop-Rechargeable-Magnetic-Settings-Avocados/dp/B0CMQPRHDH Cigars vs. Cigarettes:https://cigarcountry.com/blog/cigars-vs-cigarettes/ Plug-In Solar Panels for OR:https://www.opb.org/article/2026/02/09/oregon-lawmakers-seek-to-shine-light-on-balcony-solar-but-safety-issue-linger/ Started talking about the message at 11:05 Foursquare disaster response in the Middle East:https://foursquaredisasterrelief.org/disasters/middle-east-response-2026/ C.S. Lewis, “Why I’m not a pacifist.”:https://www.cslewis.com/why-im-not-a-pacifist/ Cynicism as a coping mechanism:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/possibilitizing/202503/why-cynicism-feels-smart-but-can-sabotage-your-success Denial as a coping mechanism: https://www.relationalpsych.group/articles/understanding-denial-as-a-defense-mechanism Julian of Norwich:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_of_Norwich Westside’s Community Garden:https://westsidechurch.org/all-church-updates/community-garden-seed-planting/

Rivalry between NZ and Australia https://nzpocketguide.com/the-new-zealand-australia-rivalry-what-you-need-to-know/ IHOP and Applebees https://franchise.ihop.com/en/applebees-co-branded-franchising/why-dual-brands

What happens to the merch of the losing Super Bowl team? https://people.com/what-happens-to-losing-team-merch-after-the-super-bowl-8786961 Proper trail etiquette https://wildlandtrekking.com/blog/trail-etiquette/ Start talking about the message 13:340 Who was defeated in the winter in Russia? Napoleon? https://www.history.com/articles/napoleons-disastrous-invasion-of-russia The Paschal mystery https://iws.edu/2014/04/holy-week-14/ Prayer practice from Brian Zahnd https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6021960f4c1ff711fe8a549c/t/62e336507ae96720bd6df0fa/16590577…

Started talking about the message at 13:34 Shofarhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shofar Heresies popular during the time of John’s writing: Gnosticism – https://iep.utm.edu/gnostic/Docetism – https://zondervanacademic.com/blog/docetism Davinci Codehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0382625 “Let them”https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/ Valentine’s Dayhttps://www.britannica.com/topic/Valentines-Day Seattle Seahawks are going to the Super Bowl:https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47728615/seattle-seahawks-win-los-angeles-rams-nfc-championship… What do the bars on your cell phone mean?https://nextivityinc.com/blog/what-do-the-bars-on-my-cell-phone-mean/

John 2 and the Kind of “Religious” That Makes Jesus Mad. John 2 holds a paradox on purpose: the kingdom looks like extravagant grace at a wedding and uncompromising confrontation when worship becomes a gatekeeping machine. Jesus is abundant for the empty—and fiercely opposed to religious systems that keep people out while claiming God’s authority. 14:15 – Start talking about the message How early is too early to eat non-breakfast foods? https://mashable.com/article/eat-lunch-before-noon The Last Battle https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-last-battle-c-s-lewis Does Jesus ever critique Rome? Pentecostalism https://www.britannica.com/topic/Pentecostalism Different interpretations of Revelation https://africa.thegospelcoalition.org/article/4-ways-to-read-the-book-of-revelation/ Was Star Wars about the Nazi regime? https://www.history.com/articles/the-real-history-that-inspired-star-wars

Stories from Uber**https://www.uber.com/blog/once-upon-a-ride/** Started talking about the message at 9:34 Timeline of John’s retelling:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/0 Summer sausagehttps://www.southernliving.com/what-is-summer-sausage-8363025

In this special Advent edition of Behind the Message, we’re slowing down with short, reflective conversations designed to help you engage the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love throughout the season. Each mini episode offers a simple takeaway and a moment to recenter your heart on the wonder of Christ’s coming.

In this special Advent edition of Behind the Message, we’re slowing down with short, reflective conversations designed to help you engage the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love throughout the season. Each mini episode offers a simple takeaway and a moment to recenter your heart on the wonder of Christ’s coming.