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New Testament SynopsisEphesians: Our Exalted Calling In ChristEphesians, a crowning glory, unveils our position 'in Christ' and present life in 'heavenly places,' already blessed with every spiritual resource. Discover the believer's identity through six metaphors: Christ’s Body, God's Temple, a revealed Mystery, a New Man for ministry, Christ’s Bride, and a Soldier for spiritual battle. A profound call to live worthy of this exalted calling.2025-05-2714 minNew Testament SynopsisGalatians: Freedom in the One True GospelExplore Galatians, Paul’s fiery defense of the one true Gospel. This vibrant letter champions Christian freedom from legalism, declaring justification by faith alone and sanctification by Christ’s grace. Understand the call to live by the Spirit, not works, and to reject any "different gospel" that enslaves. A message to glory only in the cross.2025-05-2712 minNew Testament Synopsis2 Corinthians: Strength Perfected in WeaknessExplore Second Corinthians, Paul's most personal and emotional letter. Born from conflict and deep suffering, it unveils the heart of true ministry under the new covenant, the nature of authentic spiritual authority found in God’s power perfected through human weakness, and the call to generous giving. A profound message of God's transforming grace for every age.2025-05-2713 minNew Testament Synopsis1 Corinthians: Spiritual Solutions for Carnal IssuesWe delve into Paul's First Corinthians, exploring its striking relevance to modern challenges like sensuality and intellectualism, mirroring ancient Corinth. It examines "spiritual" solutions for "carnal" church issues, focusing on the cross, the Holy Spirit, and love. Episodes cover divisions, moral conduct, marriage, Christian liberty, spiritual gifts, and the resurrection's foundational importance, urging a life of steadfast love.2025-05-2716 minNew Testament SynopsisThe Book of Acts: an "Unfinished Story,"The Book of Acts, emphasizes its critical role as a bridge in the New Testament and its true focus on the work of the Holy Spirit and the continued actions of Jesus Christ through the Church. It highlights Acts as the blueprint for a vibrant, empowered Church and attributes the Church's effectiveness or lack thereof to its reliance on either the Holy Spirit or human strategies. Key themes include the power of the Holy Spirit in directing ministry, giving life, preserving purity, and empowering believers with boldness, as well as emphasizing that Acts is not merely a historical account...2025-05-2708 minNew Testament SynopsisThe Message of RomansIf Romans were the only book of the Bible we possessed; it would still contain all essential Christian teachings. Understanding this letter enables us to comprehend the entirety of Scripture.2025-05-2714 minNew Testament SynopsisThe Gospel of John: Who is JesusJohn's Gospel, written by Jesus’ closest disciple, emphasizes that Jesus is both the Messiah and God Himself. John highlights seven miracles that fulfill prophecy and seven "I AM" statements that reveal His divine nature. The Gospel invites us to believe Jesus is the Christ, offering spiritual life, satisfying our deepest longings, and inspiring worship and committed service.2025-05-2609 minNew Testament SynopsisThe Gospel of Luke: The Perfect ManThe Gospel of Luke: We highlight Luke's unique presentation of Jesus as the "Son of Man," emphasizing His perfect humanity. Luke's Gospel reveals the "lost secret" and "impenetrable mystery" of what it means to be truly human, which man is inherently searching for but cannot find on his own.2025-05-2610 minNew Testament SynopsisThe Gospel of Mark: He Came to ServeThe Gospel of Mark is the shortest of the four Gospels, consisting of 16 chapters. This brevity makes it the most frequently translated book of the New Testament, often used as a starting point by Wycliffe translators due to its concise nature in telling the full story.We review the main themes and most important ideas or facts from the Gospel of Mark2025-05-2614 minNew Testament SynopsisMatthew: Behold Your King!Source: Excerpts from "Matthew - Behold Your King! by Ray C. StedmanMain Themes and Key Ideas:This episode presents a detailed analysis of the Gospel of Matthew, emphasizing its central theme: the presentation of Jesus as the King. Stedman highlights the unique contribution of Matthew within the four Gospels and provides a framework for understanding its structure and progression.2025-05-2609 minNew Testament SynopsisBetween the Testaments: God's Preparation for ChristThis episode provides a historical overview of the period between the completion of the Old Testament and the beginning of the New Testament, often referred to as the "Silent Years."Purpose: To understand the historical context and preparations that God made during this period, which set the stage for the coming of Jesus Christ, referred to as the "fullness of time" in the New Testament.2025-05-2620 min
WorkingJordan Peele’s Film Composer is Terrified of Scary MoviesThis week, host Isaac Butler talks to composer Michael Abels about what it’s like to write music for suspenseful movies like Get Out, Us, and the recent HBO movie Bad Education, starring Hugh Jackman and Allison Janney. In the interview, Michael digs into the collaborative nature of film scoring and offers tips on how to capture your creativity. After the interview, Isaac and co-host Rumaan Alam talk about the music they listen to when they’re doing creative work. Send your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com Podcast p...2020-08-0952 min