Digging Deeper Podcast - Perimeter Church

Jeff Norris and Caleb Click continue their conversation with Travis Vaughn, executive director of Metro Atlanta Collective, and Jimmy Agan, senior pastor of Intown Community Church, diving deeper into what Scripture reveals about the new heavens and new earth—a future where we will see Jesus face to face.

They discuss the nature of resurrected bodies, the continuity of work and culture, and the expansive vision of God's redemptive plan. This episode invites listeners to imagine the future reality promised in scripture and its impact on our present lives and evangelism.

Quotes:

"What if part of eternity in the new heavens and earth is exploring all of the universe, not just earth? We have eternity, right?" — Jeff Norris

"Our work's going to continue, but it's going to be renewed. It's going to be without sin." — Travis Vaughn

"All those 'notes' are going to like each other because Jesus serves as the tuning fork that brings together the symphony of God's redemptive work." — Caleb Click

Related Resources:

Listen to the "Heaven" sermon series at perimeter.org/sermons

Book: "Far As the Curse is Found" by Michael Williams

Book: "The Bible and the Future" by Anthony Hoekema

Book: "Heaven is a Place on Earth" by Michael Whitmer

In this latest episode of the Digging Deeper podcast, Jeff Norris and Caleb Click sit down with Metro Atlanta Collective Executive Director, Travis Vaughn, and Senior Pastor of Intown Community Church, Jimmy Agan to continue digging into the topic of heaven. The guys unpack what Scripture reveals to us about the new heavens and the new earth, when Christ returns and renews all things for who are in Him.

Big Takeaway:

Jesus has already experienced everything we will in the New Heavens and the New Earth and when looking to eternity, we should keep our eyes fixed on Him. The New Heavens and the New Earth can be described as the best of all after experiencing "better" walking with Jesus here on Earth, best in sharing in Heaven with seeing Jesus face to face and best when Jesus returns and we experience the New Heavens and the New Earth.

Application Questions:

How does thinking of Heaven quicken my heart, engage my imagination and stir affection and longing for the reality of what is to come both in the better that to be with the Lord, which is better by far, but even in the best, the New Heavens, the New Earth?

How might this be giving you some new paradigms and new categories to think in, but ultimately getting us back to that reality that it's all about Jesus. How has this conversation stirred more anticipation, longing and affection for Jesus?

Check out episode notes at perimeter.org/DD-E12-notes.

Jesus has gone before us, and we live in anticipation of all things made new. In this continuing discussion about heaven, Jeff Norris and Caleb Click are joined by Travis Vaughn, executive director of Metro Atlanta Collective, and Jimmy Agan, senior pastor of Intown Community Church. They delve into the theological implications of renewal versus replacement, the continuity of creation, and the ultimate hope found in Christ.

This discussion challenges common misconceptions and encourages listeners to deepen their understanding of eternal life and the glory of God.

Quotes:

"If we want to see our future, we see it already in what Jesus has experienced on the third day." — Jimmy Agan

"God's intention doesn't change from Genesis 1 to Revelation 22." — Caleb Click

"How does thinking of heaven quicken my heart? How does this engage my imagination and stir affection and longing for the reality of what's to come?" — Jeff Norris

Related Resources:

Listen to the "Heaven" sermon series at perimeter.org/sermons

Book: "Far As The Curse Is Found" by Michael D. Williams

Book: "The Bible and the Future" by Anthony Hoekema

Join us in this episode of Digging Deeper as we explore profound questions about heaven, the afterlife, and the mysteries of Sheol. Hosted by Jeff Norris, with insights from Caleb Click and Eric Ryan, we delve into theological perspectives, scriptural interpretations, and personal reflections. Whether you're curious about the intermediate state or the ultimate hope of heaven, this discussion offers thoughtful insights and encourages deeper understanding. Ultimately, heaven is not just a place but the presence of Jesus.

Quotes:

"Heaven isn't so much about a place where our longings are satisfied, but it's primarily about a person in whom all of our longings are satisfied." — Jeff Norris

"Contemplation, understanding, and enjoyment of God make up the essence of our future blessedness." — Caleb Click

"The gospel gets us to God, not a place." — Eric Ryan

Related Resources:

Listen to the "Heaven" sermon series at perimeter.org/sermons

Book: "He Descended to the Dead" by Matthew Emerson

Book: "The Drama of Scripture: Finding Our Place in the Biblical Story" by Michael Goheen and Craig Bartholomew

In this episode, we are Digging Deeper into the topic of heaven. Listen in as Jeff Norris, Caleb Click, and Eric Ryan talk through questions like: Can our loved ones see us in heaven? Are they aware of what's happening on Earth? And, what might they be thinking about in heaven?

We will also discuss what all the references to a place called sheol in the Old Testament are talking about? And, what we make of popular books on the afterlife.

Big Takeaway:

Scripture may be silent on some of the details about heaven, but the focal point of heaven is clear. Heaven isn’t so much about a place where all our longings are satisfied but rather, it’s primarily about a Person in whom all our longings are satisfied.

Do you long for heaven?

Is your hope for heaven set on being in the presence of Jesus?

What’s the reality of heaven and what misconceptions might you have to let go of?

Are you resting in the assurance of heaven?

Check out episode notes at perimeter.org/DD-11-Notes.

The Word of God is bigger than we can fathom and the meaning behind scripture can be a mystery. But in the unfolding nature of His Word, we can rest and find joy in knowing there is a lifetime of walking with Him where we can begin to understand Him more and more.

In this episode hosted by Eric Ryan, with insights from Jimmy Kim, Tony Thomas, and Ryan Brown, we delve into the "Chasing Truth" series, discussing the intersection of God's glory and our joy, the significance of the cross, and the transformative power of scripture.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that encourages deeper reflection and spiritual growth.

Related Resources:

Watch or listen to the Chasing Truth sermon series at perimeter.org/sermons

Book: "Desiring God" by John Piper

Book: "Unfolding Mystery" by Ed Clowney

In today’s episode of Digging Deeper, all four pastors taking us through our current sermon series, Chasing Truth, gather around the table to discuss what it means for us, as believers, to dive deeper into God’s unfolding word. Jeff Norris is joined by Eric Ryan--Executive Director of Shepherding and Spiritual Growth, along with Jimmy Kim--Director of Family Transformation, Ryan Brown--Pastor of Discipleship, and Tony Thomas--Assistant Director of City Impact share different passages of Scripture of which the Lord has pressed in a deeper interpretation throughout their spiritual journey. Instead of looking back at what has already been taught and digging deeper into points not addressed on a Sunday morning, the group shares their hopes and longings for the listener each week as the series continues over the next three weeks.

Big Takeway: The word of God is bigger than we can fathom and the meaning behind scripture can be a mystery. But in the unfolding nature of God’s word, I can rest and find joy in knowing there is a lifetime of walking with God before us that we can begin to understand more and more.

Application Question: What passage of scripture has God used in your life to reveal more of Himself?

Check out episode notes at perimeter.org/DD-10-Notes.

What does it mean to surrender our rights for the sake of the gospel and unity? Jeff Norris, Jimmy Kim, and Caleb Click reflect on the surprising ways God advanced His kingdom through the early Church.

Quotes:

"God—in the way that He's writing the story of the Church and the story of our lives—He's going to often lead us down paths that we wouldn't have anticipated. He's going to lead us into suffering that we would not have chosen, or that we would have said, 'Yeah, that's how I would want this to go or see it going,' and He’s going to call us to things that are hard." — Jeff Norris

"Every now and then I'll be thinking first about my neighbor or thinking first about what really pleases the Lord in (a) situation. But what does it look like if that becomes the norm? That's not the uncommon reality—it's the common reality for me and for every believer. When Jesus said, if you want to be first, you must first be last. He meant that. That was directive. That is how the kingdom of God operates." — Jeff Norris

"Living a Spirit-led, Spirit-filled life is no doubt going to take you down paths that you wouldn't have chosen. But in doing so, a Spirit-led, Spirit-filled life is going to lead you into God's saturated realities that you would have otherwise missed. " — Jeff Norris

In this episode of the Digging Deeper podcast, Jeff chats with Director of Family Transformation Jimmy Kim and Pastor of Spiritual and Theological Formation Caleb Click about the underlying theme of ‘unexpected’ woven throughout the book of Acts. Many of the events of the early church were not what many would have seen of God’s way of advancing His kingdom and many of the events seemed even devastating to first century Christians. But as the guys discuss, we see God’s unexpected way of bringing His Church together.

Big Takeaway: Living a Spirit-led, Spirit-filled life is no doubt going to take you down paths that you wouldn't have chosen. But in doing so, a Spirit-filled, Spirit-led life is going to lead you into God's saturated realities, that you would have otherwise missed.

Application Question: What does it look like to surrender our rights for the sake of the gospel and for the sake of unity within the Church?

Check out episode notes at perimeter.org/DD-E9-Notes.

Jeff Norris, Caleb Click, and Bob Cargo explore how beholding Christ’s glory transforms us. When we embrace who He truly is, we are led into joyful worship and spiritual growth.