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Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus133. Mark 11:1-11 A Moment with Jesus by Eugene LuningEugene Luning is back this week to lead us through Mark 1:1-11. We get to step into the scene Martha’s dinner and the unique ways of the attendees- one serving, one worshipping, and one living after being dead only days prior. Come experience Jesus as He walks through another 24 hour period. Witness it first hand through your imagination. Loved today’s style of meditation in the Word? Go listen to Eugene’s podcast here. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unionists/id984489591 And check out his books on Amazon. Each...
2022-04-2818 min
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus132. Being with Jesus Mark 6:1-11 with Eugene Luning{Mark 6:1-11} Each week I bring you an encounter using the playground of everyday memories or interactions with Jesus. This episode, I have Eugene Luning- author and teacher, guide us through a section of Scripture. Eugene has a unique and creative gift, beckoning us into the actual scene of Jesus himself. Join us today through the moments we get to see and participate in the reality of Jesus. Music by Sons of Anne Harkey and Visitants Loved today’s style of meditation in the Word? Go listen to Euge...
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2022-01-3012 minThe UnionistsHis Will, and OursThe age-old question of "Faith & Works," as viewed through the lens of Jesus' words in John 7—and in Tolstoy—and in George MacDonald.
2022-01-2709 min2022-01-2314 min2022-01-1614 min2022-01-1209 minThe UnionistsMark 8:1-21Engaging with a familiar miracle, and the questioning of the Pharisees, while asking the question: "But will they remember?"
2022-01-0916 minThe UnionistsMark 7:24-37Hearing two testimonies, years later, from those who were there; were healed.
2021-12-1914 minThe UnionistsMark 6:53-7:23A revealing juxtaposition of: What Jesus was up to in western Galilee vs. What the Pharisees wanted to talk to Him about.
2021-12-1214 minThe UnionistsMark 6:34-52A crowd's journey toward a miraculous supper; Jesus' miraculous journey out across the waters.
2021-12-0616 minThe UnionistsMark 6:14-33The background and circumstances surrounding the death of John, cousin of Jesus, known as "The Baptist."
2021-11-2814 minThe UnionistsMark 6:1-13Using a little of Luke and Matthew's vantages, a glimpse of both a homecoming and a sending-out.
2021-11-2112 minThe UnionistsMark 5:21-43An imagined perspective from the office, to a house-call, of a local Galilean doctor; then the 12-year realities changed forever by Jesus.
2021-11-1415 minThe UnionistsMark 5:1-2010 minutes before, 10 years before, and 10 years after an unbelievable incident on the eastern shore of the Sea of Galilee...
2021-10-2513 minThe UnionistsMark 4:21-41More parables spoken at eveningtide of the same day, plus the living parable that was the storm and the calm...
2021-10-1714 minThe UnionistsMark 4:1-20Stepping into the sandals of an unnamed disciple to hear, with different ears, a very familiar parable and its later interpretation.
2021-10-1113 minWholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus97. Moments with Jesus featuring Eugene LuningCome and listen in on my dear friend, Eugene Luning, and I discuss the launching of his new book for children called Moments with Jesus- An Encounter Bible. Eugene is someone who has mentored me and guided me personally to encounter Jesus through his own style of leading our church gathering. I invited him to join me to share what has been bursting within him lately as He has meditated on Jesus himself. How can we encounter Jesus in the little moments amidst the stories of the Bible is an incredible invitation to us as pa...
2021-10-0726 minThe UnionistsMark 3:20-35Two very different groups converge upon a small house near the Galilee, and are greeted by the very same Man.
2021-10-0314 minThe UnionistsMark 3:1-19Another healing in the synagogue, another mass-healing—down at the water's edge—and the early morning calling of the Twelve high on the hillside.
2021-09-2614 minThe UnionistsMark 2:14-28Walking with Him as He walks up from the shoreline to the tax-collector's table, then to Levi's house, then through controversy, and also through the cornfields.
2021-09-2014 minThe UnionistsMark 2:1-13An imagined pre-conversation to the events of Mark 2:1-13 -- the re-arrival to Capernaum, a full house for a teaching, and the unexpected arrival of four friends with their paralyzed friend.
2021-09-1215 minThe UnionistsMark 1:29-45The perspective from a sickbed in Capernaum, then the whole town's, then Jesus alone, and then one on one with a leper.
2021-09-0516 minThe UnionistsMark 1:14-28John's arrest, the Galilean beginnings, the first four callings, and a scene inside the synagogue at Capernaum.
2021-08-2915 minThe UnionistsIntro to Mark & Mark 1:1-13The beginning of a new year and a "literary," imaginative approach to the opening of the Gospel of Mark.
2021-08-2217 min2021-07-1819 minThe UnionistsRomans 15The spirit of the Early Church, the spirit of the Spirit(!), and Paul's Calling/Ambition/Look-back.
2021-07-1123 min2021-06-2719 minThe UnionistsRomans 13A chapter that challenges much of what we think we think about "American Christianity."
2021-06-2112 min2021-06-1418 minThe UnionistsRomans 11:17-36Grafted branches on the Tree of Life and the inexpressible wisdom of God, explored.
2021-06-0620 minThe UnionistsRomans 11:1-16A "mirroring" poem of the New Covenant, Paul's spiritual eyes, and his spiritual vision for others.
2021-05-3114 minThe UnionistsRomans 10The ABC's of belief (admitting, believing and confessing) that Jesus is absolutely everything.
2021-05-2321 min2021-05-1907 minThe UnionistsSome etymology with Henri NouwenTo obey... so as not to be absurd... and to do so in the joyful "here and now" that is the present.
2021-05-1806 minThe UnionistsRomans 9Wading out into some fascinating - and difficult - waters with Paul and our Savior, Jesus.
2021-05-1721 min2021-05-1409 minThe UnionistsRomans 8, Part Six - Our CallOne final episode on Romans 8: what we've been called to, and how we're meant to go about it.
2021-05-0921 min2021-05-0707 minThe Unionists"...tomorrow, though."Words from Grant to Sherman in the woods around Shiloh.
Words from the Lord Jesus to you today.
2021-05-0506 minThe UnionistsScripture-prayersHow do we make note of the way He speaks to us in His Word? And, even better yet, how do we pray the words He speaks to us in His Word?
2021-05-0308 minThe UnionistsRomans 8, Part Five - The Life of UnionFrom bondage into His Freedom. From death into Eternal Life. From the solitary into Union with Jesus.
2021-05-0219 minThe Unionists"...nothing delights Jesus more..."In which we consult with Andrew Murray about our worries of "going back."
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Moments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'What Happens Next'In this final, official midweek discussion of 'Season 1' of the Moments with Jesus Podcast, Eugene and Christian discuss Pentecost! They talk about how amazing prayer truly is, now that the Son has ascended and sits at the Father's right hand. They cover the significance of the 'tongues of flame' that rested on the gathered disciples. And they talk about what it's like to live with the same kind of wild inner life that Jesus had! Through the discussion, they weigh the pros and cons of liturgy, how to shake yourself out of spiritual monotony...
2021-04-2943 minThe UnionistsWe Foundlings He FindsPoetry of that melancholy spring day when Jesus, forevermore, marked the Springtime of the Kingdom of Heaven.
2021-04-2706 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsWhat Happens NextEncounter Jesus Through His Spirit! from Acts 2:1-4 Imagine you’ve only just left that hilltop – only just finished seeing Jesus disappear into the clouds – and now you’re back in the room you’d left from, earlier. This is the very same room where He’d washed all your feet, from which He’d gone to the Garden of Gethsemane; this is the room where you’ve been meeting since He rose from the dead. Your heart and mind are overwhelmed – astounded! – by His ascending up to Heaven; you fall into a chair and simply stare across...
2021-04-2707 minThe UnionistsPresent to Yourself in GodThe experience of saying goodbye to a dear, wonderful friend - who yet abides in Jesus.
2021-04-2608 minThe UnionistsRomans 8, Part Four - The Holy SpiritIn which Paul invites us to take full possession of He who's come to possess us.
2021-04-2529 minThe Unionists"...comme la gloire."The march from meaninglessness, as attested to by Ecclesiastes, through the consular accession of Napoleon, and back towards The Way.
2021-04-2314 min2021-04-2209 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'Into the Clouds'In this Midweek Discussion, Eugene and Christian talk through Jesus' ascension found in Acts 1:4-11. They cover the difference between this passage and Matthew 28:16-20, and whether "the Great Commission" is really as important as it is often taught. They also discuss the 40 days Jesus spent with the disciples following His resurrection, and the bitter-sweet feelings the disciples must have had as they said 'goodbye' to their Friend. We read in Matthew 28:16 that, despite seeing the resurrected Jesus in the flesh, some disciples still doubted. What does this mean for us? How ought we to...
2021-04-2233 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsUp Into the CloudsEncounter Jesus at His Ascension from Acts 1:4-11 Imagine the loveliest day for having a picnic. It’s the sort of day where light, fluffy clouds cruise the blue skies; where the sun is just so perfectly warm, not too hot. You are sitting on the brow of a hill, looking back toward the city, and you’re resting on a soft comfortable blanket. You’re surrounded by all your best and closest friends. Across the picnic blanket, you still can’t quite believe that Jesus is with you, that He’s been amongst you for these...
2021-04-2007 minThe UnionistsFriends of GodIn the pattern of King Hezekiah and George Müller, we consider the cadence of walking in true friendship with God.
2021-04-1912 minThe UnionistsRomans 8, Part Three - The Cross & ResurrectionIn which we take an unexpected angle to understand the Finished (once, for all time, and eternally so!) work of Jesus at the Cross and the Grave.
2021-04-1818 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'A Walk and A Shock'In this episode, Eugene and Christian talk about the encounter with Jesus on the Road to Emmaus. On their journey, they cover a lot of ground: Jesus' mischievous nature, the importance of welcoming Him into our conversations, and the significance of breaking bread together. They also address some super-tough questions including: how does genocide in the Old Testament jive with Jesus as He is revealed in the New Testament?
2021-04-1534 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsA Walk and a ShockEncounter Jesus on the Road to Emmaus! from Luke 24:13-33a Imagine walking along a straight, narrow, dusty road in the country, having a chat with one of your best friends. You have been deep in thought all afternoon – all day, in fact – and you’re deep in thought about the same things your friend is speaking of. “I just don’t understand,” he is saying to you. “I’ve always trusted Mary’s judgment before. And now it seems as if John is believing it too…"
2021-04-1309 minThe UnionistsRomans 8, Part Two - The IncarnationHow the arrival of Jesus into "the human nature which causes the trouble" set us free from everything that came before.
2021-04-1118 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsSpecial Episode: The Moments with Jesus Encounter Bible gets an amazing co-author!Eugene and Christian share some more big news: Pastor Bill Johnson from Bethel Church, Redding will be a co-author on The Moments with Jesus Encounter Bible, and we can hardly contain our excitement! Pre Order the Moments Encounter Bible at www.destinyimage.co/momentswithjesus See the artwork and watch the video: https://youtu.be/fgX7ekMulA4
2021-04-1011 minThe Unionists"...the generation of leaves, the lives of mortal men..."From Glaucus to Diomedes... from James to Peter... to you.
2021-04-0909 minThe UnionistsFacts to Command the Interest of the AngelsEnjoying, and pursuing, the glories of 1 Peter 1:3-12
2021-04-0810 minThe Unionists"...independence yet to seek..."From a letter between George Washington and Alexander Hamilton: May 8, 1796.
2021-04-0705 min2021-04-0608 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsHoly Week in RetrospectIn this "early week discussion," Eugene and Christian reflect back on Holy Week. They discuss their personal Lenten and Easter traditions and how parents can invite their children into the Easter narrative. Then, they cover their favorite moments from the podcasts released over Holy Week. Finally, they discuss what it really means for Christians to live in the present reality of Jesus' resurrection every day.
2021-04-0636 minThe UnionistsThe Forms + The ImaginationHow a lifetime's delight in the writings of Hemingway has led me to better "see" Jesus for myself. And how I want the Holy Spirit's imagination for you.
2021-04-0515 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThe Great SurpriseEncounter Jesus at His Resurrection! from Matthew 28:1-10, Mark 16:1-7, Luke 24:1-11, John 20:1-18 Imagine the greatest feeling of surprise you could ever imagine. That feeling down in your stomach as you gasp with amazement. The way your mouth pops open – WHOA! – in absolute shock. How your body JUMPS because you’re almost scared, right then. How you feel your heart start racing with disbelief…
2021-04-0308 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsToday in ParadiseEncounter Jesus on the cross. from Luke 23:26-43 Imagine if you were a criminal. A terrible criminal. Imagine if, all the way back to your earliest memories of your youngest youth, you’d only ever done the wrong thing. In fact, ever since you can remember, the only thing you’d ever wanted to do was the exact wrong thing…
2021-04-0209 minThe UnionistsSurprised by... 2.0A poem for Good Friday and the never-ending poetry of the Resurrection.
2021-04-0210 minThe UnionistsPassion & Joy & EnthusiasmEmotive thoughts about emotion about Jesus from an unlikely source: the Maxims of François de La Rochefoucauld.
2021-04-0107 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsHe Knows What He’s DoingEncounter Jesus at his arrest and trial. from Matthew 26:36-27:31, Mark 14:32-15:20, Luke 22:39-23:25, John 18:1-19:17 Imagine the greatest feeling of fear you could ever feel. Your stomach starts to twist; your throat feels like it wants to choke you; your skin is suddenly cool and crawling like a spider is walking it. Your heart has dropped all the way down to your feet. You have never been scared in your life like you’re scared right now…
2021-03-3011 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsA Servant OnlyEncounter Jesus as He washes your feet. from John 13:1-17 Imagine walking up a flight of narrow stairs, lit by candlelight, at the top of which is a door that leads to a warm, comfortable room. You know that in that room are all your friends – and a meal – and Jesus: you walk up the stairs with excitement to see everyone inside. The gentle light of the candle glimmers and dances along the staircase. You are almost there… Last couple steps…
2021-03-2307 minThe UnionistsFear in the Middle GroundHow a dark-of-night remembrance of Herodotus reinvigorated my desire to trust the Lord Jesus today.
2021-03-1609 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThe Entry of a KingEncounter Jesus at the Triumphal Entry from Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-40, John 12:12-19 Imagine the sort of day when you think you already know everything that’s bound to happen: all the people you’ll see, the things you’ll do, the way it’ll end. You roll out of bed and think you already understand everything there is to know; that nothing can surprise you in the way this day might go. So, on that sort of day, you’ve been doing the things you planned to do all morning; then, in the early...
2021-03-1607 minThe UnionistsRomans 8, Part One - The BaselineA glimpse of a life under sin, under religion, and then, finally, under the Way of Jesus. No condemnation and no separation.
2021-03-0817 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'The Resurrection and the Life'In this week's discussion, Eugene and Christian talk about the account of Lazarus' resurrection found in John 11:1-44, and the context surrounding this incredible passage. They cover the implications that Jesus' power over death has for each of us. They discuss what it means to live in the reality of the fact that Jesus HIMSELF is life, and that His Spirit lives within us!
2021-03-0435 minThe UnionistsA naturalist, supernatural unityStriving towards churchly unity vs. Departing from an existing oneness with Him and in Him
2021-03-0307 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThe Resurrection & The LifeEncounter Jesus as He Raises Lazarus from the dead! John 11:1-44 Imagine that you are crying. Really crying. Your shoulders shake as you sob uncontrollably. You have been crying most of the day, already, and there’s nothing anyone can do to stop you crying for the rest of it. You can feel how sadness wells up from your belly into your heart and mind, like a wave building and cresting and crashing… * GIVE: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com/donate Your support will help us to bring you more content just like this! » Li...
2021-03-0210 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'Jesus as He Really Is'This week, Eugene and Christian cover the strange and beautiful account of the Transfiguration. In this amazing story, we see Jesus' true divinity that is always on the other side of his humanity. The overwhelming power revealed in this moment, when set in contrast to Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, shows all that Jesus laid down to fulfill the mission of redemption. They also discuss the disciples reaction, the significance of Moses and Elijah's appearance, and how we can participate in that same glory! Matthew 17:1-9, Mark 9:2-8, Luke 9:28-36, 2 Peter 1:16-18, 2 Corinthians 3:18 ...
2021-02-2531 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsJesus as He Really IsEncounter Jesus at His Transfiguration! from Matthew 17:1-9, Mark 9:2-8, Luke 9:28-36, 2 Peter 1:16-18 Imagine you’re taking a hike, high above the waters of the Galilee, following a narrow trail through bends and turns and twists and rises. You are climbing amidst the tall rugged rocks upon a mountainside, following after Jesus as He climbs higher and higher. He had turned to you and two of the others earlier today and invited you “up” with Him – “up” to where you didn’t get the chance to ask. And, ever since, you have been silently following afte...
2021-02-2308 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'Nothing to be Afraid Of'This week, Eugene and Christian talk about the familiar passage where Jesus walks on water (Matthew 14:22-33, Mark 6:45-52, John 6:16-21). Eugene makes the powerful assertion that, within this account, we see a striking microcosm of the Incarnation. They discuss why Peter stakes it all on Jesus' call to walk on the water, unearth the nature of faith itself, and conclude with a call to join Him on the waves!
2021-02-1824 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsSpecial Episode: An Exciting AnnouncementEugene and Christian reveal some very exciting news for the Moments with Jesus Project! Pre-order your copy here: www.destinyimage.co/momentswithjesus Also, a shout out to Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell and Sally Lloyd-Jones! » Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts » Website: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com/ » Donate: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com/donate
2021-02-1816 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsNothing to Be Afraid OfEncounter Jesus as He walks on water! from Matthew 14:22-33, Mark 6:45-52, John 6:16-21 Imagine you’re sitting in a boat with all your best friends around you. You’re in the middle of an enormous lake, surrounded by rolling hills. It is nighttime. The red-and-golden sunset faded away from the western sky an hour or two ago. All evening, the wind has been blowing gently from the northwest; your boat’s sail has been full and puffing-out nicely. You and your friends have been talking, telling stories, laughing at a joke from the day before...
2021-02-1607 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'Sharing a Meal with Jesus'This week, Eugene and Christian discuss the feeding of the 5,000. As you will hear, this miracle has so many implications for life, ministry, and parenting. During the course of the conversation, they cover lots of things, including the hidden connection between this miracle and God's provision for Israel in the wilderness, the supernatural power that comes from the faith of children, and the link between this miracle and the Eucharist. Enjoy! Scripture Reference: Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 9:10-17, John 6:1-14 » Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts » Website: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com/ ...
2021-02-1132 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsSharing a Meal with JesusEncounter Jesus as He feeds thousands! from Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 9:10-17, John 6:1-14 Imagine the rumbly feeling of your stomach when you’ve been waiting to eat a meal, far past the point when you were already really hungry. In fact, you were already totally famished about four hours ago – OH SO HUNGRY! – but you’re in a big group and didn’t want to be impolite by breaking out your food. Plus, you noticed, it didn’t seem like anyone else’s mom or dad – (it didn’t seem like any of the moms or dads t...
2021-02-0908 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'The Storm and the Hush'How should we think about life's trials? Where is Jesus in the midst of life's storms? And does He care that we sometimes feel like we're drowning? In this midweek discussion, Eugene and Christian discuss when Jesus calms the storm, the significance of Jesus sleeping in the stern, and what it all means for us.
2021-02-0424 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThe Storm & The HushEncounter Jesus as He Calms a Storm! from Matthew 8:23-27, Mark 4:35-41, Luke 8:22-25 Imagine the peaceful sounds of a boat sailing quiet waters. The almost-silence of the hull cutting through the silent seas. The gentle whisper of the wind coming up behind, filling the sail. The rippling sound of the sail as it tightens and tugs. The calming creak of the ropes pulling against the mast. The distant call of a bird winging its way through the darkness. Now, imagine the feeling you’d feel as you rested your back against the rim of th...
2021-02-0208 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'Through the Roof'Luke 5:17-26 – Why did Jesus pronounce forgiveness of sins before He offered healing? And why does He commend the CORPORATE faith of the paralytic's friends – isn't faith an individual thing? And is it wrong to try to understand God through systematic theology? In this episode, Eugene and Christian cover a lot of ground. As they unpack the story of the paralytic, they delve into some deep and beautiful territory! » Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts » Website: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com » Donate: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com/donate
2021-01-2836 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThrough the RoofEncounter Jesus as He heals a paralyzed man, and forgives him of his sins! from Matthew 9:1-8, Mark 2:1-12, Luke 5:17-26 Imagine sitting on the dusty, rough wooden floor of a simple little house – a house absolutely packed from wall to wall with people. There are people sitting on the floor just like you are. There are people sitting on chairs and stools they have dragged here from their homes. There are people standing and blocking the view; there are people sitting up on the windowsills; there are even others who lean through those windows, tr...
2021-01-2609 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'The Loneliest One Finds Love'Christian and Eugene discuss the leper from Matthew 8:1-4, how shame impacts us, and how Jesus' healing touch is the only thing that brings true freedom. As we see in Jesus' interaction with the leper, He is overjoyed to offer healing anytime we are humble enough to ask! Then, they discuss the implications this story has for how Christians approach the world: how should we bring Jesus' healing touch to the individual lives of those within our direct sphere of influence? How should we address isolation and marginalization at a cultural level?
2021-01-2138 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThe Loneliest One Finds LoveEncounter Jesus when He cleanses a leper! from Matthew 8:1-4 Imagine not having a single friend in the whole world. Imagine if, every time you ever went anywhere, any time you ever saw anyone, they tried their very best to avoid you. You see, many years ago, your life changed forever. One morning, you woke up to your day, got out of bed, started getting dressed, and, looking down, you noticed you couldn’t quite feel the feeling of your hands. And, with that, you noticed some strange-looking marks and markings on your skin – that wasn...
2021-01-1913 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion for 'Wonderful Words on a Hillside'In this week's episode, we discuss Matthew 5-7: The Sermon on the Mount. Eugene said it well when he called this text "The Constitution for the Kingdom of God." It is, in fact, the will of God for how every follower of Jesus ought to look. Thus, if we don't do serious (and continuous) business with these words, we are in danger of "doing Christianity" wrong. This is a weighty, but profound episode. » Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts » Website: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com/ » Donate: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com/donate
2021-01-1438 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsWonderful Words on a HillsideEncounter Jesus as He preaches the Sermon on the Mount! from Matthew 5, 6 & 7 Imagine sitting amidst the wildflowers of a hillside meadow. Down the sloping grass below you shines the waters of the Sea of Galilee, reflecting all the beauty of the sky overhead. Big, fluffy, bright-white clouds are floating lazily across that beautiful big blue sky; just the lightest wind is ruffling the surface of the water. In the further distance, the heights of the opposite shoreline show the shadows of those same big clouds: you watch the light and dark pass over them.
It is a per...
2021-01-1210 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion of 'The Call on the Water'When we meet Jesus, we can either choose to be offended, or galvanized into action! We see that truth demonstrated clearly in Luke 5:1-11, where Peter is called to follow Jesus. In this Midweek Discussion, Christian and Eugene talk about Peter's call, and the incredible adventure of discipleship – a journey into what Eugene calls, "The Other Country." How do we as believers set off on this adventure, and how do we as parents help our children encounter the person of Jesus without losing them in the mire of "religion"? We cover all of this, and more, in this exciting Mi...
2021-01-0726 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThe Call on the WaterEncounter Jesus on the shores of the Sea of Galilee! from Luke 5:1-11 Imagine you’re sitting on the edge of a boat, with the morning sun on your face, breathing in cool fresh air as you stretch your arms high over your head, yawning. You’ve only just beached your boat, dragging its bow up the sandy-gravelly shore; now you’re sitting and resting from your long night’s work. Yes, you’ve been out there on the deep blue waters of the Sea of Galilee all night, fishing… » Listen on Spotify and Apple Pod...
2021-01-0510 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion of 'The Night of the Wedding'Christian and Eugene discuss John Chapter 2, what it must have been like to hang out with Jesus at a wedding, how the Gospel of John juxtaposes this miracle with with Jesus' holy wrath in the temple, and what it all means for everyday Christians. » Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts » Website: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com » Donate: https://www.momentswithjesusproject.com/donate
2020-12-3123 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThe Night of the WeddingEncounter Jesus when He performs His first miracle! from John 2:1-11 Imagine being a guest at a beautiful wedding party. You spent the whole afternoon buying a present, getting ready, getting dressed: you are looking your absolute best as you watch the ceremony. The bride and groom are people you know and love very much; they are as happy as any two people could ever be; your whole town is here to celebrate with them. And now that beautiful bride and handsome groom kiss – they are married now! – and now everyone is ready to head to t...
2020-12-2909 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion of 'An Evening at the River'Eugene and Christian discuss the Scriptures of Jesus' baptism (Matthew 3:1-17, Mark 1:1-11, Luke 3:1-22). How does John the Baptists' message apply to believers today? How do you escape the mundane, hum-drum of religion? And what is Jesus really like?
2020-12-2426 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsAn Evening at the RiverEncounter Jesus at His Baptism! from Matthew 3:1-17, Mark 1:1-11, Luke 3:1-22 Imagine standing in the waters of a gently flowing river, up to your knees, feeling the coolness of the current passing you by. On both sides of the river, golden-brown hills rise and then fall; the edge of the riverbank is shaded by branches and leaves swirling in the wind. It is very nearly sunset time, now. You have been standing at the edge of the waters almost all day long; finally, just a moment ago, you kicked off your sandals and waded...
2020-12-2210 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsMidweek Discussion of 'The Beginning'Eugene and Christian discuss the heart behind this podcast journey, and highlights from the first episode.
2020-12-1714 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsThe BeginningEncounter Jesus on the Night of His Birth! from Luke 2:8-20 Encounter Jesus on the night of his birth. Imagine lying on your back in the freshest, greenest grass. Overhead, the night sky spreads from edge to edge of your view: millions of twinkling, sparkling stars dot the darkness of a moonless night. You take a deep breath in, smelling all the smells of the grass and the wildflowers and the earth and the herd of sheep asleep nearby. You are very nearly asleep now yourself, hearing only the conversation of your friends, the fire...
2020-12-1508 minMoments With Jesus: Immersive Bible Stories for KidsWelcome to Moments with JesusWelcome to the Moments with Jesus Podcast! Through dynamic, first-handed storytelling, host and author, Eugene Luning drops you into the action of biblical narratives from the four Gospels, helping you to encounter the Living Word Himself!
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