Episode #8: Hearing the Voice of the Lord 1. The Rock of Revelation – Jesus is the Foundation of the Church

• Matthew 16:18 – "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it."
  • Jesus was not saying that Peter was the foundation of the Church.
  • The "rock" is the revelation that Jesus is the Son of God (Matthew 16:16).
  • The Church is built on Jesus, not on any human leader (1 Corinthians 3:11).

2. Jesus Still Speaks to Us Today

• John 10:27 – "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me."
  • Jesus stated clearly that His people hear His voice.
  • He also said a stranger's voice they will not follow—meaning we can learn to discern His voice.
  • If He no longer speaks, why would He say this?
• The Book of Acts is still being written—
  • The Holy Spirit is still at work in the Church today.
  • God still speaks, leads, and moves among His people.

3. How God Speaks – The Still Small Voice

• 1 Kings 19:11-13 – God revealed to Elijah that His voice was not in the wind, earthquake, or fire but in a still small voice.
  • This teaches us that hearing God requires stillness, awareness, and spiritual sensitivity.
  • Many expect God to speak loudly or dramatically, but often, He speaks in subtle ways.

4. The Nature of Man and How the Holy Spirit Speaks

• We are a spirit, we have a soul, and we live in a body.
  • Spirit – Our connection to God (Romans 8:16).
  • Soul – Our mind, emotions, and will.
  • Body – Our physical form.
• Romans 8:25 – The Holy Spirit speaks to us through our spirit/conscience.
  • The more we align with God, the clearer we hear His guidance.

5. The Holy Spirit is Still Moving Today

• Genesis 1:2 – "The Spirit of God hovered over the waters."
  • He is still hovering over the earth, moving and working.
• The Holy Spirit is holding back the enemy.
  • 2 Thessalonians 2:7 speaks of the "Restrainer" holding back the full force of evil.
  • The presence of the Holy Spirit in believers is a barrier against darkness.

6. Hearing and Following the Holy Spirit's Guidance

• John 10 & 12 – Jesus and Lazarus
  • Jesus was led by the Holy Spirit and avoided premature persecution.
  • He followed God's timing, not human pressure.
• The Holy Spirit speaks through our conscience
  • He nudges, convicts, and leads us from within.
  • Learning to recognize His voice is key to spiritual growth.

7. How to Start Hearing the Holy Spirit

• Start by asking small things and being still in His presence.
• The more we listen and obey, the clearer His voice becomes.
• Practical steps:
  • Spend time in prayer and scripture daily.
  • Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in small decisions.
  • Practice obedience in the little things.
  • Learn to differentiate between God's voice, your own thoughts, and the enemy's voice.

Final Thoughts

• Hearing God's voice is part of the normal Christian life.
• Jesus still speaks—and we are meant to follow.
• The Holy Spirit is always leading; we must learn to tune in and obey quickly.
• As we grow in discernment, we will walk in greater clarity, peace, and power.

Episode #7: Matthew – Who is Jesus? 1. Jesus, the Creator of the Universe

• Jesus was not just a man—He is the Creator.
  • "Through Him all things were made; without Him nothing was made that has been made." (John 1:3)
  • Jesus is the Word of God made flesh (John 1:14).
  • He existed before time and was actively involved in creation (Colossians 1:16-17).

2. The Fall of Man and the Loss of Relationship

• Adam lost our ability to have a pure relationship with God (Genesis 3:8-10).
  • Sin caused separation from God's presence and intimacy.
  • The curse of sin resulted in death, suffering, and broken fellowship.
• Jesus restored our relationship with God (Romans 5:18-19).
  • Through Jesus' sacrifice, we are reconciled to God.
  • Now, we can experience direct communion with Him again (Hebrews 4:16).

3. Jesus Brings Order to Chaos

• In creation, God spoke, and order came out of chaos (Genesis 1:1-3).
• Jesus does the same in our lives:
  • He brings peace in storms (Mark 4:39).
  • He brings healing to the broken (Isaiah 61:1-3).
  • He brings clarity to confusion (1 Corinthians 14:33).
• Without Jesus, our lives remain in spiritual disorder.

4. The Power of the Spoken Word of God

• Adam and Eve had the spoken word of God.
  • They knew God's command but didn't use it as their weapon.
  • When Satan twisted God's words, they listened instead of resisting (Genesis 3:1-6).
• Jesus used the Word of God to defeat Satan.
  • In the wilderness, Jesus fought temptation by speaking Scripture (Matthew 4:1-11).
  • "It is written..." was His response every time Satan attacked.
• If Adam and Eve had done what Jesus did, Satan would have had to leave.
  • The power to overcome temptation was always there—but they failed to use it.
  • This teaches us that victory is in the Word of God when we declare it with faith.

Final Thoughts

• Jesus is the Creator, the Restorer, and the Word Made Flesh.
• He redeemed what Adam lost, bringing us back into a right relationship with God.
• When we use God's Word, we walk in the same victory that Jesus demonstrated.
• Satan's only power is deception—and the Word of God is our greatest weapon.

Episode #6: Jesus in Matthew—The Fulfillment of Prophecy 1. Jesus' Identity and Divine Mission

• Jesus was of the seed of Abraham (Matthew 1:1).
  • He was the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham that through his offspring, all nations would be blessed (Genesis 12:3).
• Born of a virgin—Mary was His mother (Matthew 1:18-25).
  • His miraculous birth fulfilled Isaiah's prophecy (Isaiah 7:14).
  • His birth was announced by angels (Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:8-14).
• Jesus was 100% man and 100% God (John 1:14, Colossians 2:9).
  • He experienced the full human condition while remaining fully divine.
• Because of what Jesus did, we have our divinity restored.
  • Sin separated us from the Holy Spirit, but Jesus' work reconciled us to God.

2. Parallels Between Jesus and Israel

• Jacob went to Egypt to escape famine (Genesis 46:2-7).
  • Joseph took Jesus to Egypt to escape Herod (Matthew 2:13-15).
• Male babies were killed when Moses was born (Exodus 1:22).
  • Male babies were killed when Jesus was born (Matthew 2:16).
  • Satan has always tried to destroy God's Redeemer.
  • Children always pay the price when evil is at work.

3. Baptism and the Wilderness: The Pattern of Testing and Power

• Israelites were baptized in the Red Sea (1 Corinthians 10:1-2).
  • They crossed through water into freedom from slavery.
• Jesus was baptized by John, then went into the desert (Matthew 3:13-17, 4:1).
  • His baptism marked the beginning of a new spiritual era.
• Israel became free after their baptism.
  • Jesus came out of the wilderness with power!
  • We, too, receive power after salvation, water baptism, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:8).

4. Israel's Failure vs. Jesus' Victory

• Israel was tested in the wilderness for 40 years (Numbers 14:33-34).
  • They should have only been there for 40 days but kept failing their tests.
• Jesus was tested in the wilderness for 40 days (Matthew 4:2).
  • He faced the same temptations Israel did but overcame them (Matthew 4:1-11).
• Israel kept failing—Jesus passed every test.
  • Because Jesus was victorious, we can be too (Hebrews 4:15).

5. A New Age Begins

• Israel entered a new age when they crossed the Jordan.
  • After wandering in the desert, they stepped into the Promised Land.
• Jesus ushered in a new age when He was baptized in the Jordan.
  • His baptism signified the beginning of His public ministry and the coming of the Kingdom of God.

6. Faith, Obedience, and the Role of the Holy Spirit

• You cannot expect your Redeemer to help you in trouble if you think He is allowing it.
  • If we misunderstand God's nature, we won't trust Him fully.
• Jesus not only redeemed us from Satan but became our example of how to live.
  • He showed us how to walk in faith, resist temptation, and live in obedience to God.
• Israel left Egypt in the middle of the night.
  • Joseph left Egypt in the middle of the night—his obedience was immediate.
  • We must practice listening to the Holy Spirit and obey immediately.

Final Thoughts

Jesus' life mirrored Israel's journey, but where Israel failed, He succeeded.

• Jesus is the true and better Moses—leading His people out of spiritual slavery.
• Jesus is the true and better Israel—fulfilling what God intended for His people.
• Through Him, we are called to walk in victory, be filled with the Holy Spirit, and step into the new age of God's kingdom.

Episode #5: The History of Redemption 1. The Fall of Man and the Need for Redemption

• Adam and Eve fell because of deception (Genesis 3:1-6).
  • Satan twisted God's words, leading them to question God's goodness and authority.
  • Their choice to sin separated mankind from God's presence and introduced death (Romans 5:12).
• Since the fall, everything God has done was to regain fellowship with mankind.
  • His plan was not just to forgive sin but to restore intimate relationship with His people.

2. The Necessity of Spiritual Rebirth

• "You cannot put new wine into old wineskins" (Matthew 9:17).
  • Old wineskins (our sinful nature) cannot contain the new life of the Holy Spirit.
  • A complete transformation is required—we must be born again (John 3:3-6).
• Man must be born again before he can receive the Holy Spirit (John 14:16-17).
  • In the Old Testament, the Spirit came upon people temporarily.
  • After redemption, the Spirit could dwell within believers permanently.

3. The Law and Its Purpose

• The law was instituted to guide Israel toward purity (Exodus 19-20).
  • It revealed God's holiness and humanity's need for a Savior.
  • However, the law was external—it couldn't change the human heart (Romans 3:20).
• Something cannot be redeemed by something of lesser value.
  • Animal sacrifices in the Old Testament were temporary coverings (Hebrews 10:1-4).
  • Only Jesus, the perfect Lamb of God, could provide eternal redemption (John 1:29).

4. Jesus Fulfilled the Law, Not Abolished It

• Jesus came to fulfill the law, not to do away with it (Matthew 5:17).
  • The law pointed to our need for a Savior.
  • Jesus completed what the law could not do—provide permanent reconciliation with God.
• The law relied on human effort.
  • People had to continually offer sacrifices and strive for righteousness.
• What Jesus did was all on God.
  • Salvation was entirely God's work—it was His initiative and His sacrifice.
  • Jesus' death and resurrection made redemption available to all who believe (Ephesians 2:8-9).

5. God's Ultimate Plan: Relationship Restored

• God did what needed to be done in order to have a relationship with man.
  • From the Garden of Eden to the cross, His purpose has been to restore what was lost.
  • Through Jesus, we are not just forgiven, we are adopted as children of God (Romans 8:15-17).
• Redemption is about returning to God's original plan—walking with Him in intimacy, as Adam and Eve once did.

Episode #4: The Three Temptations and the Loss of God's Glory A. The Three Core Temptations (Genesis 3:1-8)

• All temptations fall into three categories, as seen in the fall of Adam and Eve and later in Jesus' temptation:

  1. Lust of the Eyes – "It was good to look at"
     • Temptation appeals to what looks desirable but may not be beneficial.
     • Eve saw that the fruit was pleasing to the eye (Genesis 3:6).
  2. Lust of the Flesh – "It is good for food"
     • The temptation to meet physical needs outside of God's will.
     • This is a temptation of immediate satisfaction (hunger, pleasure, comfort).
  3. The Pride of Life – "You will be wise... you will be like God"
     • The temptation to exalt oneself above God's design.
     • Satan tells us we can be self-sufficient instead of relying on God.

• Satan's Strategy in Temptation

  • He subtly twists God's words, making them sound reasonable but leading to doubt.
  • He makes us question our ability to hear God clearly.
  • We often embellish what God says, making obedience seem more burdensome than it is.
  • Satan flat-out contradicts God—turning a subtle lie into an outright deception.
  • He promises something better than what we already have, making us discontent.

B. Adam and Eve Were Clothed in the Glory of God

• Before sin, Adam and Eve were covered in God's glory—not just physically but spiritually (Genesis 2:25).
• This "glory covering" was their anointing and divine connection to God.

C. The Loss of the Glory of God

• The moment they sinned, they realized they were naked—not just physically but spiritually exposed (Genesis 3:7).
• They lost their anointing and their intimate connection with God.
• A parallel: Moses' face glowed after spending time with God (Exodus 34:29-35).
  • His physical radiance represented God's presence.
  • Sin removes that glow—our connection to divine intimacy.

D. Satan Used the Same Temptations Against Jesus

• In Matthew 4:1-11, Satan tempted Jesus in the exact same ways:

  1. Lust of the Flesh – "Turn these stones into bread" (Immediate physical satisfaction).
  2. Lust of the Eyes – "Throw Yourself down, angels will catch You" (A dramatic sign to prove divinity).
  3. Pride of Life – "Bow to me, and I will give You all the kingdoms" (Power and self-exaltation).

• Jesus overcame where Adam and Eve failed—by standing on God's Word, without questioning it.

E. Satan Had the Authority to Tempt Jesus with the World

• Satan offered Jesus dominion over the world because he had legal authority over it after Adam and Eve sinned.
• It would not have been a temptation if it wasn't a real offer.
• Jesus reclaimed that authority through the cross (Colossians 2:15).

F. God Wants Us to Be Free from Satan's Hold

• Jesus didn't just defeat Satan—He gave us the ability to walk in victory (Luke 10:19).
• The same tactics that Satan used in Eden and in the wilderness are still his strategies today.
• We overcome by:
  1. Knowing God's Word (so we don't fall for deception).
  2. Recognizing Satan's lies (so we don't entertain them).
  3. Walking in God's presence (so we live in His glory and not in sin's consequences).

H. The "Curse" in Genesis Is a Foretelling of Consequences, Not Just Punishment

• The consequences of sin in Genesis 3 (pain in childbirth, toil, death) were not arbitrary punishments but natural results of separation from God.
• Just as a branch withers when separated from the vine, sin separates us from God's life-giving presence (John 15:4-6).
• The "curse" is not the final word—Jesus came to break the power of sin and restore us.

Episode #3: Living Pure Before God 1. What Does It Mean to Live Pure Before God?

• Purity isn't just about avoiding sin; it's about pursuing holiness (Matthew 5:8).
• It involves both our actions and our hearts—not just what we do but why we do it (Psalm 51:10).
• Living pure means aligning our lives with God's truth, not just outwardly but inwardly.

2. The Danger of Works Without Heart

• Many people believe that good works alone make them righteous.
• However, works without relationship with God are empty (Isaiah 64:6, Ephesians 2:8-9).
• Jesus warned that not everyone who calls Him 'Lord' truly knows Him (Matthew 7:21-23).

3. Doing Things Without Thinking

• Often, people follow religious routines without real understanding.
• Blind obedience to tradition or habit can lead to a shallow faith (Mark 7:6-7).
• God wants us to be intentional in our faith—actively seeking Him, not just going through the motions.

4. Many Will Come—But Few Will Be Known

• Jesus said, "Many will come in My name" (Matthew 24:5) but warned that not all truly follow Him.
• There will be those who think they are serving God but are actually self-deceived.
• True faith is about knowing Jesus personally, not just doing things for Him.

5. The Importance of Thinking About What We Do

• Every action we take has spiritual significance (Colossians 3:17).
• We should ask ourselves:
  • Does this honor God?
  • Am I doing this out of love or obligation?
  • Does this bring me closer to Christ?

6. Worshiping Out of Love, Not Obligation

• Worship isn't just about songs—it's about our lives (Romans 12:1).
• True worship flows from love for God, not fear or duty (John 4:23-24).
• When we love God deeply, our actions become an offering, not a burden.

Episode #2: The Creation of Eve 1. Adam as a Complete Being

• Adam was created whole, lacking nothing and capable of an equal intellectual level with his creator.

  He was made in the image of God, possessing intellect, will, and emotion.
• However, God saw that it was not good for man to be alone (Genesis 2:18).

2. The Commandment

• Before Eve was created, God gave Adam a direct command: Do not eat from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil (Genesis 2:16-17).
• Adam was entrusted with both obedience and responsibility.
• This highlights the importance of divine instruction before human companionship—God's relationship with Adam came first.

3. The Creation of Eve

• Eve was not an afterthought but a necessary completion to Adam.
• She was taken from Adam's side—symbolizing equality and partnership, not dominance or subservience.
• Together, Adam and Eve reflected the full image of God in a unique way.

4. The Introduction of Sin

• The serpent deceived Eve, and Adam chose to follow (Genesis 3:1-7).
• Sin entered the world through their disobedience, affecting all humanity.
• The fall distorted relationships—between humanity and God, between man and woman, and even within creation itself.

5. Jesus' Redemption: He Went to Hell and Bought Us Back

• After His crucifixion, Jesus descended into the depths (1 Peter 3:18-19) and took authority over sin, death, and the grave.
• His victory wasn't just spiritual—it was legal. He bought us back (redeemed us) from the enemy.
• This act restores the relationship that was broken in Eden, making it possible for us to walk with God again.

6. Completing Our Spouse

• Marriage is a God-ordained design where spouses complete one another.
• Just as Eve was taken from Adam to complete him, spouses are meant to strengthen and support each other.
• True completion isn't just emotional or physical—it's spiritual. Marriage should reflect Christ's love for the Church (Ephesians 5:25-32).

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Episode #1 Notes

Understanding True Victory

1. Victory Doesn't Mean Money

• In the modern world, success is often measured by wealth and possessions.

• However, from a biblical perspective, true victory is about restoring our relationship with God.

• Jesus redefined victory—not through riches, but through obedience to God and spiritual authority.

2. Genesis 1: God's Original Design

• Before the Fall, Adam and Eve were clothed in light—a reflection of God's glory.

• They were not just physical beings; they carried divine radiance, which symbolized their perfect connection with God.

3. The Egg Comparison to Earth

• Just as an egg has three parts—shell, white, and yolk—the earth is composed of the heavens, the earth itself, and the deep.

• This mirrors the triune nature of God (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) and humanity's design (spirit, soul, and body).

• Creation reflects God's intentional structure and order.

4. God Spoke, and the Holy Spirit Performed the Word

• In Genesis, God spoke, and the Holy Spirit moved to bring creation into existence.

• This demonstrates the power of God's word—when spoken in faith, it has creative force.

• This same principle applies to us: when we declare God's truth, the Holy Spirit works to bring it to fulfillment.

5. The Fall: Adam and Eve's Worship of Satan

• When Adam and Eve disobeyed God, they effectively submitted to Satan, transferring their dominion to him.

• Their act was not just rebellion—it was an act of worship toward the deceiver.

• This gave Satan control over the world, making humanity subject to his rule.

6. Living on Satan's Plantation

• The world, as it stands, is under the influence of the enemy.

• Instead of living in God's perfect design, humanity is trapped in a system perverted by Satan's lies.

• The good news: Jesus came to break that control and restore us to our rightful place.

7. Satan's Perversion of God's Creation

• Everything God created, Satan has tried to distort.

• Marriage, identity, purpose—each was designed by God but twisted by the enemy to lead people away from the truth.

• Recognizing these distortions is key to breaking free from deception.

8. We Are in the Image of God—Like Children

• Despite the Fall, we still bear God's image.

• Like children resemble their parents, we reflect our Creator.

• Jesus came to restore our identity and inheritance as sons and daughters of God.