The Faith of the Father(s) w/ Karl Gessler

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This week is jammed packed with Luke 8 as we dig into the familiar parable of the sower and the seed, Women in Jesus's ministry, the authority of Jesus to calm the sea, and the authority of Jesus to drive out demons out of a "cutter"! Is that not enough for one podcast?! Plus, Karl and Susie discuss the value of reading the Gospels in large portions at a time. And find out why Karl and Susie drive all over the country with five kids in tow!Don't forget to leave a comment and let us know that you are listening!

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What does it mean to be human? Are we a random collection of sticky molecules that happen to be able to walk, talk and breathe? Are we more than the sum of our material parts? This week, Susie and I are taking a break from the normal format of the podcast to explore a little deeper into this question, "What is man?" and also to take more time to think through the ramifications of the actions and attitudes of Jesus concerning the women involved in His Kingdom of God movement in Luke 8. What did Jesus think about gender roles? Would Jesus be at the Women's marches or promoting the N.ational O.rginization of W.omen? Does this have anything to do with Jesus' Gospel message? You will have to listen to find out what we think. Cause I am sure not committing it to print! Just kidding. I've already committed more to print than what most people would think is wise.We hope you enjoy this week's podcast! If you do, take a minute to say "hi" and tell us why you listen to The Gospel For Planet Earth, or ask us a question! We'd love to hear from you!

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The world is full of good guys and bad guys. But deciding whom the good guys are and whom the bad guys are is a significant challenge, but one that we are all up for facing whether we acknowledge it or not. Even the most dedicated Pacifist and the most loyal Universalist will be able to identify enemies to their causes when truly pressed. The world of Luke and Jesus was no different. The Jews had their own ideas about who was “in” with God and who was not and hence, who is "good" and who is not. The question is, how will Jesus determine who is in line to inherit God’s blessing, (i.e. who are “God’s people”, "true Israel", or "the good") and will it line up with the views of the most influential cultural movement of the day, the Pharisees? How will Jesus' redrawn lines match up with our own expectations of whom God should or shouldn't receive? That is what we will discover on this week’s Gospel for Planet Earth Podcast. Plus, don’t miss the engaging interview with up and coming rap, recording artist “Parxx” as we talk about music, ministry and racism. Don’t forget to leave a comment and share with your friends. Take a minute to let us know how you found the podcast. We’d love to hear from you!

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You have heard of Friday Night Fights, but have you heard of Sabbath Smackdowns? That’s what we have on tap for you this week on The Gospel for Planet Earth Podcast! We are exploring Luke 6 and the Pharisees’ growing edginess concerning Jesus. Jesus’ radical kingdom vison is stirring the waters and causing some people to put up their fists. How will Jesus respond to their challenges? Plus, Karl and Susie discuss the past week and the life-altering changes taking place and…the books they are reading? Finally, David Arthur returns to share his story of redemption from sexual brokenness and an incredible gift of forgiveness that he received just over the George Washington bridge in New York City. This is a story you need to hear!

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On this week’s podcast, Karl confesses to hearing voices after a traumatic paint spilling experience! It turns out that Susie hear voices too! What could this mean?! Plus, find out why some people wanted to throw Jesus off a cliff while others were busy cutting holes in his roof! It seems that everyone wants a piece of Jesus! We also discover Jesus’ particular way of arresting Peter’s attention and gaining his loyalty when He begins His Israel-renewing movement in Luke 5. Finally, we will hear from Getaneh, a native of Ethiopia, who was hung upside down and had boiling oil poured over his feet because of his love for Jesus! This is one packed podcast, so fix those ear-buds, turn up the car speakers and grab a coffee and join us for this week’s Gospel for Planet Earth Podcast!

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“Father, let me dedicate all this year to Thee…” These lyrics penned by the Lutheran Hymnist Lawrence Tuttiet, have been always what comes to mind this time of year ever since I heard Matt Redman’s modern rendition of it over a decade ago. And of course this is very appropriate since the hymn was written to be sung on New Year’s day! Happy New Year everyone! I am dedicating this year to the Lord entirely. I have dedicated myself, my family, and my calendar to the Lord. I am excited to see what He will do! On this week’s podcast, Susie and I talk about the significance of the New Year before we dive into Luke 4 and hear about Jesus’ claim that the “favorable year of the Lord” was beginning in the movement that He Himself was starting. Find out why this resulted in some people attempting to throw Jesus off a cliff! Plus you will hear about a modern day “Damascus Road” experience when a Muslim man meets Jesus on his way to kill a Christian! All this and more on today’s Gospel for Planet Earth Podcast!www.thegospelforplanetearth.com

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How do you cook wild locusts? Slowly roasted over Hell-fire? Probably not, but it seems that John the Baptist would have had the fire needed should he want to try! Speaking of Baptists, this week is an all-Baptist week as we learn a little about the famous and prolific, Baptist Hymn writer, Fanny Crosby. We will also hear from a Baptist, Pakistani, missionary who is preaching the gospel to Muslims right here in North Carolina. And last but certainly not least, we will meet the fiery preacher, John the Baptist as he paves the way for the Messiah's arrival in Luke 3!

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Twas the weekend before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, except for those that were…like us! We were making a podcast! As you do your last minute shopping, take some time to relax and enjoy Christmas with us as we talk about Luke’s Christmas story, the story behind “O Holy Night”, and sit down with Steve Ward for a chat about his “Man Cave” ministry in Asheville NC! Can anything good come out of a “man cave”? Find out on this week’s podcast! Don’t forget to drop us a line (AKA comment below) and consider sharing the podcast with a friend. It’s like a free Christmas present! How neat is that?! Only this gift has the potential to keep giving as we explore what Christmas is really all about and how it is a gift for everyone! So, have yourself a Merry Christmas, because you can! Jesus wants to give Himself to you and nothing can make you more merry than that! But you will have to listen to find out what this is really all about.

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The Holy Spirit is depicted as a dove in Luke’s Gospel (Luke 3:22), but you might have guessed a Stork by the way people are unexpectedly expecting in the opening stories of his Gospel. But the story of a barren woman suddenly becoming pregnant is not an unfamiliar one to the people of Israel, find out why and what it all means in this week’s Gospel for Planet Earth Podcast! Plus, find out the story behind the Christmas Carol “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear” and discover some amazing Old Testament-like, bizarre, acts of God in recent days in Asia! And maybe, just maybe, you might learn a bit more of what Christmas is all about in the process! Even the doctrine of Election found it's way into this week's episode! That is always exciting in various ways...So, enjoy Christmas shopping as you listen and celebrate the Advent of our God! Don’t forget to “like” and “share” and leave a comment! Find more podcasts and music at karlgessler.com

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What do Prophets, Puppets, and Politics have in common (Besides the letter "P". Thanks for that Susie!)? Matthew's Christmas story of course! This week, Karl dives into the tragic, highly-charged, political drama that is Matthew's Christmas story. This is a Christmas story you may not be used to hearing, but it is the one that counts. Far from peaceful, starry nights and woolly lambs, this Christmas story will challenge the way that you think of life and the use of power. Plus, we will discuss how  we understand the role that prophets played in the world of Jesus' day and in our world today. And find out how are card carrying feminist became a pro-life advocate because of the Christmas story! All this and more on this week's exciting Gospel For Planet Earth Podcast!

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