Us and U - Bible Time

In episode 26, we get stuck right in to  the first section of Luke chapter 17, where Jesus breaks down some key principles for his disciples. He touches on a few different topics, including our role in relationships with others, the power of faith and our attitude towards the task given to believers. So what can we learn from the challenges Jesus’ sets? Is there really no such thing as ‘’more faith”? And how can we apply the principles that Jesus spoke about in our own lives and ministries? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!

As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/_0Lzr_noRlM

Enjoy!

Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

In episode 25, we explore the last section of Luke chapter 16, where Jesus tells a parable about the fate of a  certain 'rich man' and Lazarus, a 'poor man'. At first glance, this might come across as a simplistic story with an obvious message, but we dig deeper into the nuances of the parable, in order to really understand the point that Jesus wanted to make. So what clues can we get about the lifestyle of the rich man vs Lazarus? Why is it that Lazarus was better off in the after life than the rich man? And how can we interpret the rich man's final plea for his family? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/cbrOuovyknY

Enjoy!


Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

In episode 24, we continue with the next section of Luke chapter 16, where Jesus throws out some real gems of truth. He touches on a range of seemingly random points, challenging his listeners' thoughts, intentions and actions. So what is the link between the different points? Why did the Pharisees dismiss Jesus as 'hopelessly out of touch'? And what is the challenge that Jesus sets for all of us as his followers? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/M_RnN7czTp0           

Enjoy!


Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

In episode 23, we start Luke chapter 16 with an interesting and slightly unconventional parable about a crooked manager. The story doesn’t quite go the way someone might expect, but as always, there’s an important message behind the parable. So what was the thinking behind the manager’s actions? Why did the parable end with a praise instead of a scolding? And what did Jesus want us to take away from this message? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/e5IGC338WBM           

Enjoy!


Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

In episode 22, we discuss part 2 of ‘The Prodigal Son’ parable, which focuses on the older brother’s reaction to his father’s response. If we’re honest, we can probably all think of a time where our thoughts or reactions have been similar to this brother’s, but the father gently encourages him to essentially, shift his focus. So was the brother actually wrong for how he felt about his father’s actions? How does the father explain his perspective to the brother? And how can we make sure that we react in the right way in situations like these? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/sQjPiQpWtp4 

Enjoy!


Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

In episode 21, we dive into the first part of one of the most popular of Jesus’ parables - ‘The Story of the Lost Son’ (also known as ‘The Prodigal Son’). It’s a story that resonates with a lot of us - in some way or another, at some point in our lives it’s likely we’ve been in at least one of the life stages the Son went through. So why did the Father let the Son take his inheritance? What were the different attitudes that the Son displayed during the story? And what does this parable teach us about how we handle our mistakes? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/Fi2KG4935kk           

Enjoy!


Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

In episode 20, we start Luke chapter 15 with a comforting reminder of God’s love. Jesus responds to criticism from the religious leaders with two simple parables, emphasising just how important ‘the lost’ are to God. So how does Jesus justify the company he’s keeping? What’s the key message in the parables he tells? And what can we learn about our individual importance to God? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/3iDauwOouls                

Enjoy!


Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

In episode 19, we finish off Luke chapter 14 with what initially seems like quite a tricky section. Jesus’ message to his followers is a tough pill to swallow, and especially in the world we live in, it really needs to be discussed in order to not be misinterpreted. So why does Jesus set the high so bar in order to be his disciple? What is the cross that each disciple has to bear? And what is Jesus trying to explain in the two examples involving about the builder and the king? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/zZvy53w-lvk 

Enjoy!

Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

In episode 18, we continue with Luke chapter 14, where Jesus tells an interesting tale of with three key characters - the Master, the servant, and the dinner party guests. Through this parable, we get even more of an insight of Jesus’ mission in the world. So why did the initially invited guests turn down the invite? Who do the different characters in the parable represent? And what is it important that we remember when in our discipleship journey? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/fQx1tqatIDY           

Enjoy!

Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.

Happy New Year - and welcome to our newly rebranded platform - ‘Us and U’ with Dapo and Abbie. Not to fear - there’s a new name, but ‘Bible Time’ lives on! 

In episode 17, we start on Luke chapter 14, where Jesus brings his wisdom to a rather snobby sounding dinner party. Once again, Jesus confronts the issue of the Sabbath, and then goes on to teach his own trade on dinner party etiquette! So how did Jesus defend his actions on the Sabbath? What were the flaw of the guests in that dinner party? And what can we learn from the different characters in the parable that Jesus tells? We'll be discussing these ideas and much more.

So grab your bible (or load it up on your device), read along with us, and then have a listen to what we've got to say. Who knows - maybe you’ll catch some 'Real Lightbulb Moments'!


As always, we'd love to know what you think and if there's any other lessons you caught, so feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section of our YouTube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/tSBBj_JaGv4         

Enjoy!

Scripture taken from The Message. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.