In today's very special episode of Thread, Dave and Hannah are joined by  special guest, AT Arneson. This episode delves into chapters 18 to 20 of the Gospel of Matthew. They discuss the 'community discourse' and how it outlines the principles of living in a spiritual community based on Jesus' teachings. Key topics include the importance of humility, leadership, and the value system within the Jesus community.

They emphasize the significance of valuing every individual soul, the challenges of maintaining humility, and the implications of binding and loosening in the context of community decisions. Personal anecdotes from the hosts add depth to the discussion, illustrating how these concepts play out in real-life ministry and relationships.

00:00 The Significance of Our Posture

01:16 Introduction to Episode Six

01:44 Special Guest Introduction: AT Arneson

02:04 Discussing the Community Discourse

05:37 Jesus' New Value System

07:06 The Challenge of Humility

07:56 Working Out Our Salvation in Community

10:03 The Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven

14:30 Redefining Greatness

17:31 Parables of the Rich Young Ruler and Laborers

19:58 The Last Will Be First

24:01 Valuing the Vulnerable

26:37 Reflecting on Personal Defiance

26:54 Understanding 'The Little Ones'

27:35 The Value of Relationship Over Efficiency

29:23 The Weight of Leadership and Influence

35:08 Binding and Loosening in Spiritual Community

37:52 The Power of Agreement in Community

43:18 Personal Reflections on Friendship and Ministry

47:44 Concluding Thoughts and Summary

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Dr. David Pocta

Hannah DeSouza