Stories from the Bible

In this episode we reflect on the previous stories from Luke 22 - how Jesus is not the passive victim of his enemies, but more like the calm architect who sees the whole plan. We notice how his compassionate love for his disciples shines brighter and brighter as their actions become darker and darker. Then we listen to Luke 23, the heavy story of the crucifixion.

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In this episode we look at what happened in chapter 21, exploring how Jesus peels back the layers to help people see and interpret events from God's point of view. Then we hear the stories from Luke 22.

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In this episode we look at what happened in chapter 20, exploring how Jesus clears the way for ordinary people to know God. Then we hear the stories from Luke 21.

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In this episode we look at what happened in chapter 19, exploring the ways Jesus continues to irritate the proud and lift up the downtrodden. Then we hear the stories from Luke 20.

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In this episode we look at what happened in chapter 18, exploring the characters and parables that show us what kind of attitude is necessary for entering the Kingdom of God. Then we hear the stories from Luke 19.

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In this episode we look at what happened in chapter 17, exploring what Jesus means when he tells his followers they must die to themselves. Then we hear the stories from Luke 18.

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In this episode we look at what happened in chapter 16, exploring what it means to be shrewd with time and money. Then we hear the stories from Luke 17.

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Is there a way to invest time and money that will guarantee a safe and happy future forever? There absolutely is, according to Jesus. Hear what he says in Luke chapter 16.

Before we get to that, we look at what happened in chapter 15, exploring the stark difference between what God cares about and what externally religious people care about.

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What makes God happy? Shiny people who keep all the moral rules on the outside? Not exactly. In fact, nothing could be further from the truth. Hear why in Luke chapter 15.

Before we get to that, we look at what happened in chapter 14, exploring some of the dangerous assumptions that religious people make.

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Have you ever been at a social gathering where someone says something so awkward everyone is stunned into silence? That's exactly what Jesus does again and again at the dinner party we hear about in chapter 14. Before we get to that, we look at what happened in chapter 13, exploring issues of genuine repentance, pride and deflection, and false reasons people have for assuming they will enter heaven.

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