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Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#194 - Breaking Free of Literalism in John's Gospel - Gospel of John (pt. 29b)#194 - Breaking Free of Literalism in John's Gospel - Gospel of John (pt. 29b) by Scott Broberg
2025-09-0612 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#170 - Messiah Son of Joseph: The Suffering Servant In Jewish Thought - Gospel of John (pt. 17)The Hebrew Bible presents two distinct pictures of the Messiah—one as a righteous king and the other as a suffering servant.
Isaiah 11 describes a Davidic ruler, the "Messiah Son of David," who will judge righteously and establish a reign of peace. But Isaiah 53 speaks of a suffering servant, one who bears the sins of others.
Who is this suffering servant? The rabbis recognized this figure as Messiah Son of Joseph.
Just as Joseph suffered betrayal by his brothers but ultimately ruled over Egypt, his suffering led to the salvation and unity of Israel.
In Jewish writings, Messiah ben Joseph is...
2025-02-1739 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#171 - Understanding the Theories of Biblical Inspiration - Fig Tree FiveIn this lesson, we explore five key theories of biblical inspiration—intuition, illumination, dynamic, verbal, and dictation—as outlined by theologian Millard Erickson.
We'll discuss how divine truth and human authorship interact in Scripture, the challenges of interpretation across denominations, and how translations can shape doctrine.
Understanding these concepts helps us approach the Bible with humility and a deeper appreciation for its divine mystery.
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2025-02-1723 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#169 - "The Jews" or "Judeans?" - Who Opposed Jesus? - Gospel of John (pt. 16)The geography of first-century Israel plays a crucial role in understanding Jesus's ministry and the biblical text's context. When John writes that "Jesus went into Galilee," have you ever wondered where Jesus was before that? What was happening geographically when John the Baptist was baptizing and when Jesus called His first disciples?
In this lesson, we’ll explore the three major regions of first-century Israel: Judea in the south, Galilee in the north, and Samaria in the middle. These areas weren’t just names on a map—they were home to distinct cultural and religious dynamics that deeply influenced the messag...
2025-01-2341 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#168 - Seeing and Seeking: The Spiritual Call of Discipleship - Gospel of John (pt. 15)In this lesson, we explore John 1:35-42, where we witness the moment when two of John the Baptist’s disciples leave him to follow Jesus.
This passage holds profound spiritual insight, revealed through the exploration of two significant Greek words: horao (ὁράω) and zeteo (ζητέω).
Horao, often translated as "behold," extends beyond physical sight. It speaks of perceiving, knowing, and seeing with spiritual eyes—experiencing a moment of spiritual clarity that transcends the physical realm.
When John the Baptist says, “Behold the Lamb of God,” he invites us to perceive and understand Jesus’ identity not just with our eyes but with our spirit, to know He i...
2024-12-2037 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#167 - Baptism, Midrash, and the Spirit: Revealing Jesus as Messiah - Gospel of John (pt. 14)When John the Baptist recounts the baptism of Jesus, he emphasizes two key details: the Spirit descending upon Jesus and the Spirit remaining on Him.
But why are these details repeated? What message is being conveyed?
In this lesson, we uncover the profound meaning behind these words by diving into a Rabbinic Midrash on Genesis 1:2.
This midrash reflects on the Spirit hovering over the chaotic waters of creation and draws connections to the Messianic prophecies in the book of Isaiah.
Isaiah 11:2, 42:1, and 61:1—three prophetic passages about the Spirit resting on the Messiah—shaped how the rabbis understood Genesis 1:2 as referring to t...
2024-11-1542 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#166 - John the Baptist, Isaiah 40, and the Wilderness - Gospel of John (pt. 13)Who exactly did John the Baptist claim to be, and why did he respond cryptically to the religious leaders questioning him?
In this video, we explore John's reference to Isaiah 40:3, where he declares himself as "the voice of one crying in the wilderness."
However, John does more than just quote the verse—he alters it, applying an alternate reading, a method commonly practiced by first-century Rabbis.
In ancient Jewish hermeneutics, the lack of punctuation in the original Hebrew text allowed multiple interpretations.
Rabbis would intentionally explore different readings of the same verse to uncover deeper meanings in Scripture.
Understanding this pr...
2024-10-1941 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#165 -Testimony vs Proof - Speaking to the Soul - Gospel of John (pt. 12)In this lesson from the Gospel of John, we examine the theme of testimony, a central concept throughout John's writing.
John's gospel is not merely a historical record but a testimony for his community in Ephesus and, by extension, a testimony for us today.
In our modern world, many of us are consumed with logic, reason, and apologetics to defend the existence of God.
Yet, the Bible doesn't call us to prove God's existence scientifically. Instead, we are called to testify.
Like the Scriptures offer testimony to God's actions in history, we provide testimony to how God has worked in...
2024-09-1942 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#164 - Jesus Did NOT Sweat Blood (Luke 22:44) - Fig Tree FiveThis lesson delves into the profound meaning behind Luke 22:44, where Jesus' sweat is compared to "great drops of blood."
A common misunderstanding of this verse suggests that Jesus was literally sweating blood, but a closer look reveals something different.
The verse vividly compares two bodily fluids—sweat and blood—not to suggest they were the same but to emphasize the intensity of Jesus' suffering and the volume of His sweat.
But why would Luke include this striking detail in his Gospel when the other Evangelists did not?
Join us as we uncover this passage's more profound theological significance and what Luke...
2024-08-2740 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#163 - Mountains and Mustard Seeds - Fig Tree Five (Matthew 17:20)Join us in today's lesson as we delve into the rich cultural background of Jesus' teaching in Matthew 17:20, where He declares that faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains.
This well-known saying gains profound significance when we explore its origins in first-century Judaism.
In this lesson, we discover that several plants in the mustard family grow in Israel, including a variant often regarded as a "weed" with seeds no larger than pepper flakes.
Remarkably, this plant can thrive in even the most unforgiving environments, sometimes causing stones to crack as its roots take hold.
In Rabbinic writings...
2024-08-2724 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#162 - 'The Word Became Flesh' - Gospel of John (pt. 11)In this lesson, we delve into the profound significance of John 1:14, a verse that stands at the heart of Christian belief.
"The Word (Logos) became flesh (Sarx) and dwelt (tabernacled) among us."
But what does this truly mean? How can the eternal Logos, the Word of God, take on the form of temporary flesh?
Join us as we explore this paradox and consider what John means by using the Greek term ‘Sarx’ for flesh. What are the implications of this statement?
Finally, we'll uncover the rich imagery of the Tabernacle from the book of Exodus, understanding how John portrays God's pres...
2024-08-2737 min
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2024-08-1542 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#161 - Logos and the Heavenly Man - Gospel of John (pt. 10)This week's lesson delves into the fascinating concept of the "Heavenly Man," a profound aspect of the mystery of the Logos.
The phrase “Heavenly Man” is found in the writings of Philo of Alexandria and is later used by Paul in his letter to the Corinthians (1 Cor. 15:44-49).
Genesis 1:26 tells us that humanity – the first Adam – is made in the image of God. Yet God has no image. How is this possible?
The Jewish mystics resolve enigma through the notion of the "Heavenly Man"—a divine archetype that serves as the original template for humanity.
Through this lens, the Logos, or the "Wo...
2024-07-2025 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#160 - Gospel of the Memra - Gospel of John (pt. 9)Today's lesson delves into the fascinating connection between John's use of "the Word" and the Aramaic translations of the Hebrew Bible, known as Targum.
Scholars have long interpreted the Gospel of John through a Greek philosophical lens due to its Greek composition and the term "Logos" used for Jesus. However, recent scholarship has shed light on the profoundly Jewish nature of John's Gospel, revealing a rich background tied to the Aramaic term "Memra," meaning "word."
In this lesson, titled "The Gospel of the Memra," we explore the Targum's significant role in shaping Jewish thought during the time of Jesus.
The...
2024-07-1440 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#159 - Philo, the Logos, and John's Prologue - Gospel of John (pt. 8)As we continue our journey to understand the concept of the Logos from John 1:1, we turn our attention to Philo, a first-century Jewish philosopher from Alexandria, Egypt. Alexandria was a significant city, and Philo was a distinguished scholar, philosopher, and statesman. In his doctrine of God, Philo extensively writes about the Logos – the emanation of God's mind that extends into finite creation.
Join us today as we explore some of Philo’s writings and compare them with the Prologue of John’s Gospel. Scholars have found many similar characteristics in both Philo’s description of the Logos and John’s Prologue...
2024-06-3041 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#158 - Hebrew Background to Word and Wisdom - Gospel of John (pt. 7)Join us in exploring the profound connection between the Hebrew concepts of "Word" (Dabar) and "Wisdom" (Chokmah) and the Greek Logos, as presented in the Gospel of John.
While the Gospel of John is written in Greek and uses the term Logos to describe the "Word," it is essential to understand the rich Jewish heritage that shapes John's portrayal of Jesus as the pre-existent Word and Wisdom.
In this video, we delve into the Hebrew Bible, revealing how both the Word and Wisdom were present at the beginning of creation.
The Word of God not only creates but also heals...
2024-06-3043 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#157 - John & the LOGOS - Gospel of John (pt. 6)In today's lesson, we delve into the profound concept of the Logos, a pivotal term from John's Gospel that bridges Greek philosophy and biblical theology.
We begin by exploring the Greek word 'Logos,' traditionally translated as "Word," and its deep roots in ancient philosophical texts, including its usage by philosophers like Heraclitus and later by the Stoics.
We uncover how Logos was understood in the first-century Greco-Roman world—not just as a word but as a fundamental principle of rationality and order in the cosmos.
The lesson highlights how the Gospel of John presents Jesus as the divine Logos—embo...
2024-05-0644 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#156 - John's Original Community In Ephesus - Gospel of John (pt. 5)Today’s lesson explores the rich, dual-cultural context of the Gospel of John.
Born and raised in Israel, the Apostle John later moved to Ephesus, a vibrant city in the Roman province of Asia Minor. This geographical shift profoundly influenced how John communicated his truth about Jesus and the kingdom of God.
This lesson introduces how we can read John’s Gospel through both a Jewish and Greco-Roman cultural lens.
The Gospel of John is a thoroughly Jewish document proclaiming Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah and the sovereign King of Israel. Yet, John's narrative is not solely confined to a Jewi...
2024-05-0632 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#155 - Exploring the Orchard (Pardes) of Scripture - (Gospel of John - pt. 4)At the heart of our faith lies an orchard, a place of deep contemplation and spiritual nourishment.
This orchard, known in Hebrew as PaRDeS—a Persian loanword meaning "walled garden" or "park"—serves as a gateway to exploring the boundless wisdom of the Bible.
But how do we navigate this orchard to uncover its rich fruits?
On this journey through God's orchard, we'll see the Bible's beauty and wisdom and learn key principles to understand its profound teachings.
Our exploration features a remarkable example from the Gospel of John, where a Remez weaves Abraham's narrative with John's revelations about God and...
2024-03-1937 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#154 - Four Senses of Scripture - (Gospel of John - pt. 3)The Four Senses of Scripture:
In today's lesson, we dive into the ancient and enduring methods used by both Judaism and Christianity to interpret the sacred texts of the Bible.
Throughout history, scholars and spiritual leaders have recognized that Scripture offers layers of meaning that can only be unlocked through diverse approaches to interpretation.
In this video, we introduce the four levels of interpretation, revealing how each layer offers unique insights into the divine messages contained within the Bible.
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2024-03-0537 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#153 - John's Path to God - (Gospel of John - pt. 2)In the Gospel of John, scholars identify a foundational literary structure known as the "Mystical Way" or the "Mystical Path."
This path represents the journey toward the ultimate desire of mystics—the profound union with God.
John's approach to guiding believers towards this union is subtly integrated into his gospel, utilizing selective narratives rather than explicit declarations.
For John, achieving union with God involves an enlightening process that bestows "New Life" upon the faithful.
Followers of Jesus within John's community are encouraged to embark on this path, which promises a gradual but continuous drawing closer to God as the true es...
2024-02-2052 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#152 - Mystical Gospel of John - (Gospel of John - pt. 1)In this lesson, we embark on the first installment of our upcoming series, where we delve into the Gospel of John from a mystical perspective.
The Gospel of John, often regarded as a mystical text, can be a source of confusion for many. In this session, our aim is to shed light on various aspects of Jewish mysticism and how they harmonize seamlessly with the Gospel of John.
Mystics are captivated by the essence of reality and often seek to perceive, with the mind, the mysteries beyond our ordinary sight. During this session, we will explore specific Bible verses that...
2024-02-2039 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#151 - Gematria and the Lamb of God - Fig Tree FiveIn today's session, we dive into the intriguing world of Mystical Judaism and explore a unique technique known as Gematria.
Gematria is a profound method for exploring the depths of the Hebrew scripture, revealing hidden connections within God's cosmos.
Join us as we uncover the mystical significance of Gematria, which harnesses the dynamic nature of the Hebrew alphabet, encompassing letters, numbers, and symbolic meaning.
We will focus on the Gospel of John, a profound mystical text where John the Baptist refers to Jesus as the "Lamb of God."
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2024-02-2018 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#150 - Unlocking the Meaning of Baptizing - The Great Commission? (pt. 4)In the Greek language, the word "baptize" takes on a fascinating range of meanings, from a short-term "to dip" to a more extended "to dye" as in coloring clothing. But the truest sense of its meaning lies within the context.
Within the New Testament, baptize or baptism can mean to dip (short-term) or to dye, as in clothing (long-term).
Within the context of the long-term process of making a disciple, it appears that the 'baptizing' we find in Matthew 28:19 should be interpreted on the longer-term end of the scale.
An example of this can be found within Greek literature and...
2023-12-1644 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#149 - How Old Were the Disciples? - The Great Commission? (pt. 3)In the Great Commission, Jesus commands us to make disciples. But what exactly is a disciple? What was Jesus envisioning when He gave us this command? How did discipleship take shape within the unique context of the first-century world in which Jesus lived?
In this lesson, we will delve into the essence of discipleship and uncover what it meant to be a disciple within the framework of the first-century Rabbi-disciple model.
The answer will likely surprise you.
During the first century, individuals typically embarked on their journey as disciples around the age of fifteen. By the age of thirty, they...
2023-12-0639 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#148 - Did Jesus Command us to Go? - Great Commission (pt. 2)In this lesson, we'll explore the debate surrounding whether or not Jesus gave us a command to 'Go!' in Matthew 28:19. The disagreement revolves around the translation of the Greek participle Πορευθέντες (poreuthentes), which is usually rendered into English as 'go.' The primary question is whether we should interpret 'go' as an imperative. If so, how much emphasis should we place on it, considering that "make disciples" serves as the main verb and imperative in the verse?
Over the years, as missions have gained increasing importance in Western Christian practice, more and more emphasis has been placed on the 'Go' aspect. Thi...
2023-11-2139 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#147 - The Great Commission or Great Omission? - Great Commission (pt. 1)Welcome to our series on the Great Commission – or should we say, "The Great Omission?" Join us as we explore a fresh perspective on Matthew 28:19-20, a passage that has shaped the mindset and mission of many Christians.
Is it possible that we've been misreading this important scripture? Could scholars like Dallas Willard be onto something when they suggest calling it "The Great Omission" instead?
In Matthew 28:19-20, Jesus doesn't necessarily command us to go; He calls for making disciples. It's a subtle but significant difference, and it's where the challenge lies.
In many churches, mission work often centers on th...
2023-11-1131 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#146 - Unlocking the Mysteries: Enter the Kingdom of God - Good News (pt. 9)Entering the Kingdom of God involves a dynamic, ongoing relationship with Jesus Christ, characterized by the consistent acknowledgment of His lordship over our lives.
This commitment requires continual repentance to align ourselves with the values and teachings of His kingdom.
In doing so, we entrust our past to Jesus, inviting His judgment and grace to free us from the burdens that inhibit the fullness of life.
By surrendering our future anxieties and fears to God, we open ourselves to the peace and assurance that only He can provide.
This entrance into the Kingdom is not merely a conceptual shift but...
2023-10-2844 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#145 - Christ and the Cosmos: Regenerating the Soul - Good News (pt. 8)Today's lesson delves into the relationship between Jesus, the cosmos, and the Myth of the Eternal Return. Ancient religions often perceived the cosmos as an endless cycle. They believed that, periodically, everything must revert to its original chaotic state from the dawn of time, only to be reborn or regenerated.
Regrettably, the ancient mind was ensnared by this ceaseless loop.
Enter the Old Testament, and subsequently, Jesus and the New Testament. Through the Scriptures, God beckons humanity to break free from this vast cycle and advance towards a brighter future.
Within Christianity, the idea of cosmic regeneration shifts focus to...
2023-10-1044 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#144 - Unveiling the Divine Reality: Exploring Mark's Inclusio - Fig Tree FiveMark employs a sophisticated literary technique known as Inclusio to unveil the true nature of Jesus of Nazareth as the Messiah and the Son of God.
Inclusio functions as a literary framework, where the author strategically places a central concept at the beginning and end of their work, indicating that everything contained within serves to reinforce this central idea.
The Gospel of Mark is a piece of apocalyptic literature that illuminates the nature of God's cosmos and Jesus as the Messiah. Mark's Inclusio vividly illustrates the revelatory essence of the work, as it tears open the "heavens" for us to...
2023-09-2521 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#143 - Mystical Meaning of the Hebrew Word for "Good News" - Good News (pt. 7)In this lesson, we delve into the profound essence of a Hebrew word often translated as “to bear” or “to bring Good News.”
Hebrew, as the foundational language of the Bible and the Israelites, is both dynamic and richly mystical. Those acquainted with Western traditions might find themselves surprised by the depths the Hebrew letters and words can reach.
The Rabbis believed that every aspect of the Hebrew Alphabet, along with the words that emerged from it, had a divine origin. Each subtlety in a word, whether in its phonetic similarity to another or its derivation from a root verb, carries...
2023-09-2517 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast142 - Unlocking the Secrets of Inclusio? Acts & the Kingdom of God - The Good News (pt. 6)Luke, the author of the book of Acts, employs a sophisticated literary technique known as Inclusio to illuminate his audience's grasp of his narrative.
Inclusio functions akin to bookends, where the author strategically positions a central concept at the outset and conclusion of a composition, signifying that everything enclosed within serves to reinforce this central idea.
Within the book of Acts, this Inclusio masterfully directs our attention to the Kingdom of God as the overarching theme of Luke's writing.
Join us on an enlightening journey as we delve into this captivating literary device, skillfully woven throughout the pages of the...
2023-09-2517 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast141 - Caesar Cult in the Land of Israel - The Good News (pt. 5)In the first century, the Imperial Cult had extended its presence even into the land of Israel.
King Herod, aiming to honor the Caesar who bestowed upon him his power, constructed three shrines or temples within his realm.
In 1998, the exposure of ancient ruins due to a brushfire led to the discovery of the third among these temples in the vicinity of Caesarea Philippi.
In today's lesson, prompted by this newfound archaeological revelation, we delve into the historical occurrences when Jesus asks his disciples: "Who do you say that I am?" (Matt. 16:15).
Considering the existence of the temple dedicated to...
2023-08-3049 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast140 - The Good News of Caesar Augustus? - The Good News (pt. 4)In today's lesson, we will delve into the Roman Imperial Cult and the officially sanctioned worship of Caesar Augustus.
As the message of the Kingdom of God, centered around Jesus as Lord, spreads throughout the Roman Empire, it encounters a direct clash with the Roman establishment, where Caesar is regarded as the supreme authority.
Both Jesus and the writers of the New Testament possess a keen awareness of the imperial propaganda machinery. They skillfully employ the terminology associated with the imperial cult to directly challenge the assertions made by Caesar.
Come and join us on a journey to ancient Priene...
2023-08-2051 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#139 - The Original "Good News" - Acts 10:34-43 - The Good News (pt. 3)Before anything was documented in writing, how did the disciples and the early church communicate the message of the "Good News"? In today's lesson, we will delve into the book of Acts and examine what biblical scholars consider to be the initial proclamation of the "Good News" concerning God's kingdom reign.
Luke, a Greek writer, employed a common literary technique of the first century by incorporating speeches to encapsulate the events and his message succinctly. Within the book of Acts, a total of eight speeches provide insights into the subtleties of the "Good News" message.
We will focus on dissecting...
2023-08-2047 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#138 - Chiastic Structure of the Good News - Mark 1:1-15 - Fig Tree FiveChiastic structures were utilized by Bible authors to effectively communicate their intended messages.
These underlying structures not only shape the scriptures but also aid the audience in visualizing important concepts.
A prime example of this can be found in the Gospel of Mark, where a chiastic structure introduces the Good News of God's impending reign and highlights Jesus as the anointed Messianic figure destined to become king.
These opening verses not only serve as a powerful introduction but also set the tone for the events that unfold throughout the remainder of Mark's Gospel.
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2023-07-1411 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#137 - Background to the Good News? - Bible 101: Good News (pt. 2)Welcome to today's lesson, where we delve into the origins of the Hebrew and Greek words associated with the term "Good News."
Regardless of whether you identify as a Jew, Roman, or Greek, the concept of the "Good News" holds great significance and bears religious implications.
Additionally, we will investigate the meaning of a Targum and its role in shedding light on first-century Jewish perspectives regarding Isaiah 52:7 and the imminent kingdom of God.
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2023-07-1436 min
The Jan Broberg ShowThe Release of 'Sound of Freedom' and Revisiting Trafficking with Shari ScottToday we revisit sections of the episodes we had Shari Scott on to embrace the message of anti-trafficking in the wake of the release of Sound of Freedom, a harrowing true story of rescuing a boy and his sister from the grips of traffickers. This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp Online Therapy. Get in touch with the right therapist today! Use our link to get 10% off your first month: www.betterhelp.com/janSubscribe / Support / Contact:🍎 Review on Apple🎶 Review on Spotify...
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Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#136 - What is the Good News? - Bible 101: Good News (pt. 1)What is meant by the term "Good News"?
This question is crucial and needs to be addressed by both ourselves and others.
The definition of this term varies between scholars and laypeople, but in this case, the scholars' perspective is correct.
The Good News refers to the Kingdom of God, where Jesus reigns as Lord.
In the first century, this proclamation had real-world implications as it meant that the kingdom of God, under Jesus' lordship, would clash with the kingdom of man, under Caesar's lordship.
This question remains relevant today: Who do we consider our Lord?
We invite you to...
2023-06-2434 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#135 - Chiastic Structure & the Tower of Babel - Fig Tree FiveThis lesson explores the ancient literary technique called a chiastic structure or a chiasm.
The biblical authors use literary devices such as the chiastic structure to add depth to the text.
The chiastic structure focuses the reader's attention and helps communicate the author's point.
We will use the story of the Tower of Babel to help illustrate a chiastic structure.
The Tower of Babel story is a masterpiece of literary work much more profound than most expect.
The depth comes from the underlying chiastic structure and helps communicate a profound message about the nature of humanity.
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2023-06-1817 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#134 - Jesus, Our Bridegroom? - Bible 101 - Redemption (pt. 5)The Hebrew Bible uses a metaphor of marriage for the relationship between God and Israel. God is the faithful and true husband, while Israel is an unfaithful bride.
The wedding takes place at Mount Sinai, and marriage language is used throughout by the prophets to emphasize the closeness of this special relationship.
Marriage is also a metaphor for redemption. God’s plan of redemption will end with humanity intimately dwelling with the presence of God.
In the New Testament, the metaphor of marriage/redemption continues with Jesus as the bridegroom.
Marriage/redemption language is used throughout the New Testament to co...
2023-06-1247 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#133 - Underlying Structure to Mosaic Covenant - Bible 101 Covenant (pt. 4)Moses acts as a covenant mediator for the brand-new nation of Israel.
God uses the ancient Near Eastern Suzerain Vassal covenant structure to communicate this new relationship to his people.
When we understand the components of an ancient Near Eastern covenant, we begin to see the underlying structure within the Biblical text.
If we don't understand ANE Covenants, we miss the details the Bible communicates to us.
Join us for this lesson as we explore the underlying structure of the Mosaic Covenant and how it helps us understand our relationship with God.
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2023-06-0349 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#132 - Why did Jesus have to Die? Abrahamic Covenant - Bible 101 pt. 3Support Fig Tree Ministries:
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2023-05-2849 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#131 - The Father's House - a Picture of Redemption - Fig Tree FiveThe message of the Bible is Redemption, and God has a plan to redeem the world.
How does God communicate his plan of redemption to his people?
He uses straightforward cultural metaphors that everyone understands.
The Father's House is the cultural metaphor used to express the plan of redemption.
Join us as we explore this wonderful metaphor.
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2023-05-2510 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#130 - Bible 101 - Noah & God's Bow - Redemption & Covenant (pt. 2)The generations following Adam and Eve became wicked, violent, and murderous. God's heart was grieved, and, in His wisdom, He decided to "start over" through Noah and his family.
Noah's story is a "de-creation" followed by "re-creation" and a new beginning for humanity. After the flood, God makes a covenant with humanity through Noah as the covenant mediator.
His promise to humanity is that He will not destroy the earth again with a flood, and as a sign of the covenant, God sets his "bow" in the clouds.
In today's lesson, we will explore the ancient context of the Hebrew...
2023-05-2346 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#129 - Bible 101 - Redemption & Covenant (pt. 1)Join us as we explore the foundational concepts of the Bible - Redemption and Covenant.
God has a plan of redemption and he is executing this plan through a series of covenants.
Understanding the basics of redemption and covenant will help you read deeper into your Bible!
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2023-05-1450 min
Geschichten des Todes - der TrueCrime Podcast2 - Die Alien-Geschichte der Jan BrobergIn der zweiten Folge erzähle ich, zusammen mit meiner Freundin Pascale, die Geschichte der heute bekannten Schauspielerin Jan Broberg. Sie wurde in ihrer Kindheit 2 mal von demselben Mann entführt. Dieser hat sie und ihre Familie über Jahre hinweg manipuliert.
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2023-05-0325 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#128 - Jesus Celebrates Hanukkah - God's Feasts (pt. 12)In John 10:22, he tells us that Jesus celebrated Hanukkah - or the Feast of Dedication in English.
Hanukkah celebrates a historical event in 165 BCE, led by the Maccabees family, which ultimately won the Israelites their religious and political freedoms.
Join us in this lesson as we explore the historical background leading up to this holiday and how the impact of this victory was still inspiring the Zealots – including Paul – in the first century.
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2023-04-2248 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#127 - Jesus Birthday? Not December 25 - God's Feasts (pt. 11)Scholars have long recognized that Jesus was not born on December 25th.
So when was he born? Does the Bible give us any clues as to the time of year of his birth?
The answer is yes!
Join us as we explore a trail of clues in the Gospel of Luke that points us to Jesus' birth being in the fall, around the Feast of Tabernacles.
Considering the importance that God places on his Appointed Feasts and His plan of redemption, it would only make sense that Jesus, our redeemer, would be born into the world during the feast that...
2023-04-1545 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#126 - Jesus "Tabernacled" Among Us - God's Feasts (pt. 10)In today's lesson, we look at the final of the seven holidays – the Festival of Tabernacles.
This festival is the dress rehearsal for Heaven, and it celebrates the fullness of redemption! And it is the only holiday we are commanded to celebrate with Joy before the LORD.
Understanding the Festival of Tabernacles is central to understanding the message of the Gospel of John and how the "word" came to "tabernacle" among us.
We also find Jesus attending this dynamic festival in the Gospel of John.
It is through understanding the first-century context of Tabernacles that the words and actions of Je...
2023-04-0254 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#125 - Day of Atonement - Jesus Scapegoat - God's Feasts (pt. 9)For humanity to be reconciled with God, sin must be atoned for.
God, in his wisdom, provided a ritual in the Day of Atonement ceremony for this exact purpose - to restore the covenantal relationship with his people in service of His plan of redemption.
In addition to a ransom - the goat whose blood is sprinkled on the Mercy Seat - there is also a Scapegoat ceremony.
The scapegoat ceremony offers a concrete ritual to the nation that the past year's sins have been "taken away" on the head of the goat.
Jesus fulfills both the ransom offering and...
2023-03-2652 minThe Jan Broberg ShowShari's Story (Part 1) : How Do I Move Through Trauma As A Mother When Everything's A Trigger?Today Jan is joined by Shari Scott, author, speaker, and co-founder of the Shuniya Foundation, to talk about her story of being subjected to sex trafficked level of abuse from family and others, forgetting those things for years, only to come out of it turning the other cheek and forgiving her parents. This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp Online Therapy. Get in touch with the right therapist today! Use our link to get 10% off your first month: www.betterhelp.com/janSubscribe / Support / Contact:🍎 Review on Apple
2023-03-211h 24
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#124 - Rosh Hashanah - Renewal of Time - God's Feasts (pt. 8)In today's lesson, we explore how the Feast of Trumpets - the first day of the seventh month - became a New Year's celebration - Rosh Hashanah.
In the cultures surrounding ancient Israel, the purging of sins from the king, the city, and the people marked their New Year's celebrations.
In Babylon, their New Year's festival - called Akitu - even included a scapegoat ceremony to remove the sins from the king.
A New Year's ritual is one of rebirth and the renewal of time so humanity can enter the new period of time free of their sins.
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2023-03-1953 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#123 - The Cross IS a Tree of Life - Fig Tree FiveIn Revelation 22:2, John does something profound with his choice of a particular Greek word.
Bibles in English all translate this Greek word as "tree," but there is something much deeper happening.
If we understand the words used for "tree" throughout the New Testament, then we can see that John is pointing out something unique about this "Tree of Life" that he is seeing in his vision.
Join us in this short lesson on how John - by simply changing one Greek word - show us that the Tree of Life is really the Cross!
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2023-03-1309 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#122 - The Trumpet Blast of God - God's Appointed Feasts (pt. 7)Continuing through this series on God's Appointed Feasts, we make a jump over to the Fall festivals.
Jesus has fulfilled the first four holidays - the Spring Feasts - and next up on his agenda is the trumpet blast that will announce the return of the king.
This trumpet blast is associated with the Feast of Trumpets, known as Rosh Hashanah (we'll cover this in more detail next week).
In today's lesson, we explore a few of the details of the holiday that help us understand the words of Jesus concerning his return and Paul as he writes about the "...
2023-03-0944 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast# 121 - What is a Gethsemane? - Fig Tree FiveThe Bible never mentions the phrase "the garden of Gethsemane."
We tend to treat the word Gethsemane as if it is the name of a city or village that happens to have a garden.
But this is not the case! A Gethsemane is not a place - it is a thing!
So what is a Gethsemane? Join us for this short lesson to find out.
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2023-03-0407 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#120 - Acts 2 Pentecost - God's Appointed Feasts (pt. 6)In today's lesson, we explore the Feast of Weeks holiday. The holiday is called Shavuot in Hebrew, and in Greek, Pentecost.
This is the holiday we see in Acts chapter two when God delivers the Holy Spirit as a gift from Heaven.
What's going on at this event? What does this event tell us about the power of community?
We see tonight how in a very concrete act, God is showing us that His presence has moved out of the "Temple" in Jerusalem and now resides wherever there is a group of "living stones" (1 Peter 2:4-5) gathered together in worship.
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2023-02-2748 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#119 - Jesus Heals with Spittle? - Fig Tree FiveJesus heals a blind man with his saliva! What are we supposed to make of this miracle?
Why does Jesus use saliva to heal eyes, and what would that first-century audience have thought about his use of spittle?
And what would be the message for a Jewish audience?
Join us as we explore the cultural context of the first-century to see what others would have thought about healing eyes with spittle.
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2023-02-2708 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#118 - Counting the Omer - God's Appointed Feasts (pt. 5)Today's lesson explores the "counting of the omer."
This is a ritual that happens during the time between Passover and the next major holiday – the festival of Weeks. This holiday is called Shavuot in Hebrew or Pentecost in Greek.
The ritual is a 49-day countdown leading you to the Festival of Weeks.
In Jewish tradition, Pentecost celebrates God delivering a gift from heaven - the Torah - at Mount Sinai.
In Acts 2 - the same holiday - God delivers another gift from heaven in the form of the Holy Spirit.
Each year, this celebratory ritual provides the opportunity to prepare ou...
2023-02-2737 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#117 - Garden of Gethsemane? - God's Appointed Feasts (pt. 4)Today's video continues our exploration of the Passover holiday and takes us into the evening after the Passover meal.
According to Exodus 12:42, this evening is a "night for watching," a vigil to be kept by the Israelites for all generations.
The events of this night happen at a place called Gethsemane.
But does the Bible call it the "Garden of Gethsemane" as we do in our Christian lingo?
The short answer is no.
Then what is a Gethsemane, and how does it connect to what is happening with Jesus that evening?
Join us and be enlightened by learning about a...
2023-02-2751 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#116 - Last Supper - A Passover Seder? - God's Appointed Feasts (pt. 3)In today’s lesson, we explore the meal that Jesus had with his disciples – what we refer to as the Last Supper – and see how it compares to the elements found in the traditional Passover celebration meal that today we call a Seder.
We’ll also look at a seating chart of the meal and see how knowing the basic seating arrangement in the first century helps us understand some things going on in the Gospels.
In particular, we will see the absolutely genius manner in which Jesus interacts with Judas. I believe you will find it most enjoyable once you unde...
2023-02-0448 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#115 - Passover - God's Appointed Feasts (pt. 2)Today's lesson is the second in our series on God's Appointed Feasts – sometimes called God's holidays.
Today's lesson focuses on the first of the seven Biblical holidays – Passover.
Passover was the central holiday in the collective consciousness of the Jewish people in the first century.
This holiday celebrates when God overthrew the Pharaoh and delivered the nation of Israel.
Many in Jesus' day longed for God to once again show up on Passover to deliver the Israelites from the oppressive rule of the Roman empire.
"God has done it in the past," they said, "and he can certainly do it agai...
2023-02-0445 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#114 - God's Appointed Feasts - Leviticus 23 - IntroductionToday's lesson kicks off our upcoming series on God's Appointed Feasts found in Leviticus 23.
These holidays are central to Jesus' ministry and God's plan of redeeming the world!
In this video, we will briefly introduce the holidays and then look at the concept of redemption!
God is redeeming the world. The Bible is a book about redemption.
But what does the word redemption mean? Do we have a sufficient enough understanding of this ancient concept that we can begin to see it all over the Bible?
Join us today as we introduce God's Appointed Feasts and unpack the concept of...
2023-01-2952 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#113 - Daughters of Jerusalem - Luke 23:38 - Fig Tree FiveThe phrase "Daughters of Jerusalem" is a Hebrew idiom.
This short video explores this phrase's linguistic and cultural context and what Jesus means when he uses it in Luke 23:28.
Judgment is descending on Jerusalem.
In 66 AD, the Zealots pushed Israel into a war with Rome. By 70 AD, Jerusalem was under siege, and the villages outside the city walls were destroyed.
The words spoken by Jesus as he is on his way to be crucified are prophetic, and concern Jerusalem's coming judgment.
Understanding the phrase "Daughters of Jerusalem" helps us understand the overall meaning of what Jesus is saying in Luke 23:28...
2023-01-2909 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#112 - God's Appointed Feasts- Fig Tree FiveUnderstanding God's Appointed Feasts is critical to understanding Jesus, the New Testament, and God's plan of redemption.
This is an introductory video to highlight how Jesus is fulfilling God's redemptive plan through action on each of the holidays.
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2023-01-0708 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#111 - Genesis and the Message of Forgiveness - Fig Tree FiveIt's not always easy to understand the messages from the book of Genesis.
Since Genesis is presented to us in narrative form, we must do some work to find meaning or principles that we can apply to our lives.
Join us in this short lesson as we discover a message on the power of forgiveness and what it takes for a people group to come together as a nation.
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2023-01-0707 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#110 - Amazing Hebrew Word "Midbar" - Fig Tree FiveCome join us and learn about the amazing Hebrew word - Midbar - which means wilderness or desert.
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2023-01-0706 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#109 - Exodus and Acts 2 Pentecost - Exodus (pt. 30)In today's lesson, we look at the connection between the events in Exodus, where God delivers the Torah to Moses on Mount Sinai, and the Acts chapter 2 – Pentecost event – where God delivers the Holy Spirit.
To make this connection, we must know about the Biblical holiday system God implements in Exodus and Leviticus.
The holiday of Pentecost (Acts 2:1) is not a Christian holiday, and Pentecost is the Greek word used for the holiday of Shavuot - the feast of Weeks - found in Leviticus chapter twenty-three.
When we understand the holiday system and the associated symbolism of each holiday, the worl...
2023-01-0746 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#108 - Parable of the Ten Virgins - Exodus (pt. 29)In today's lesson, we use Jesus' parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1-13) as a tool to review the book of Exodus.
The parable of the Ten Bridesmaids is about redemption and reflects the story of Exodus and the common Rabbinic interpretations of Exodus found in the first century.
As with Jesus' other parables, we must pay close attention to the symbols and what they represent.
Understanding the symbols is the key that unlocks the meaning that not only applies to that first-century context but to our own lives.
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2023-01-0745 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#107 - Sin of the Golden Calf - Exodus (pt. 28)In this week's lesson, we look at the Golden Calf incident found in Exodus 32.
The sin of idol worship - placing an idol or false god ahead of God - is the most common sin for humanity to commit and the sin that Israel will struggle with throughout the Old Testament.
What can we learn about this type of sin? What can we learn about ourselves and why false idols still plague us today?
We attempt to answer these questions and more, as well as the Biblical solution to overcoming the inherent suffering we experience in the world.
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2022-11-2348 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#106 - Hebrew Concept of Sin - Exodus (pt. 27)Exodus 34:6-7 includes three different words for the types of sin God is willing to forgive.
The Hebrew language has numerous words that denote different aspects of sin - whereas, in English, we tend to use one word - sin - that covers all violations of God's will.
In this lesson, we explore these words for sin and how the Hebrew mind conceptualizes the nature of sin. How does sin interact with a human being, and what are the ramifications often felt beyond the individual that committed them?
All of these questions and more are addressed in these two verses.
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2022-11-1348 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#105 - God's Divine Attributes - Exodus (pt. 26)In Exodus 34:6-7, God reveals his character to Moses.
These two verses are foundational for understanding the nature of the God we follow and the basis for our continued relationship with him.
In this lesson, we will see that our English words do not convey the depth of meaning that the original Hebrew words carry.
Today's lesson and the next (Exodus pt. 27) will explore these attributes and see how they can give us the confidence to walk forthrightly in the world in our covenant relationship with God through Jesus.
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2022-11-1348 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#104 - Covenant Relationship with God - Exodus (pt. 25)Today's lesson examines the concept of an ancient Near Eastern Covenant. In Biblical times covenants were everywhere.
God uses the idea of a covenant to help the Israelites understand the type of God he is and the nature of the relationship they are entering.
Simply put, God is a god who covenants and wants to covenant with us.
But what does that mean? What is the nature of an ancient Covenant that can help us understand our relationship with God?
To begin, our Bible is comprised of a series of covenants. From Adam to Noah, Abraham to Moses, to David...
2022-11-1347 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#103 - Creation Repeated? - Exodus (pt. 24)In today's lesson, we explore the structure of the final fifteen chapters of Exodus and look at how the concept of creation or re-creation is woven into the narrative.
We mentioned in our previous lesson that the final chapters in Exodus are written in a Chiastic structure.
A Chiasm – which gets its name from the Greek letter chi – is a method of helping the reader or listener focus their attention on the main idea that the author intends to convey.
Tonight, we take a closer look at this chiastic structure and what the author of Exodus intends as the turning poin...
2022-10-2240 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#102 - Awakening from Above/Below - Exodus (pt. 23)There is a concept within spirituality known as "Awakening from Above/Awakening from Below."
God's revelation comes down from Heaven, but an aspect of our spiritual growth emerges from below.
When we implement God's commands and become "doers of the word," a lasting transformation takes place.
When we "do," we gain insight. We learn at a deeper level and begin to experience the wisdom behind the command that solidifies our spiritual transformation.
This concept is expressed in the book of Exodus through a literary device called a chiasm or a chiastic structure.
The structure of the biblical text itself shows...
2022-10-1544 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#101 - The "Book of the Covenant" - Exodus (pt. 22)The section of Exodus that scholars refer to as "The Book of the Covenant" consist of chapters 21-23.
Within these chapters are numerous commandments that, contrary to popular belief, do not concern individual holiness.
Instead, they focus on structuring a good and just society where the presence of God dwells and humanity flourishes.
Additionally, most of these commandments are found within the law codes of other ancient Near East cultures.
In today's video, we will explore how the commandments in the Bible are always an improvement on the prevailing laws of Israel's neighbors and how those improvements are always in...
2022-10-1251 min
The Parting Shot with H. Alan ScottColin Hanks and Jan Broberg on the Amazing True Story Behind Peacock’s ‘A Friend of the Family’ For Colin Hanks, playing Bob Broberg, the father of a girl abducted twice by the same man, in A Friend of the Family (Peacock, October 6), was an “exercise in going completely 100 percent out of my comfort zone,” he told Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott. Based on the true story of Jan Broberg, who also produced the limited series, the show lays out in heavy and disturbing detail how the Broberg family, starting in 1972, fell prey to the predatory actions of Robert “B” Berchtold (played by Jake Lacy). “There's a lot of stuff that Bob did that is unfortunate and questionable...
2022-10-0549 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#100 - A Society for God's Presence - Exodus (pt. 21)So often, in the modern Western context of Christianity, we view the commandments in the book of Exodus only through the lens of individual salvation and getting into heaven.
This is a misreading of the biblical text.
The concern of Exodus, and the commandments within, is found in the final two paragraphs of the book, where the presence of God finally dwells within the community.
God dwelling with his people – what both the ancient Near Eastern culture and the Bible call redemption – is the ultimate goal of the entire bible.
So when we read the commandments in Exodus, it is esse...
2022-10-0250 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#99 - Psalm 42 and Caesarea Philippi? - Transfiguration (pt. 7)We hope you have enjoyed this series on the Transfiguration of Jesus and that it helps you see deeper into this fantastic event.
Today's lesson is the seventh and final in our series on understanding the background to the Transfiguration of Jesus.
In this video, we summarize what we discovered during the first six lessons and see if we can't come up with two overarching categories that will help us understand the overall message being communicated.
Finally, we will look at a biblical allusion that connects the account at Caesarea Philippi - just prior to the Transfiguration - with Psalm 42...
2022-09-2358 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#98 - Midrash on Psalm 43 - Transfiguration (pt. 6)In today's lesson, we arrive at what I believe to be the foundation of understanding the overall message of the Transfiguration.
This foundation is Psalm 42 & 43 and then a subsequent interpretation - called Midrash - of Psalm 43.
The number of details shared between the Rabbinic interpretation of Psalm 43 and what we find in the Gospels, and the Transfiguration is simply remarkable.
Finally, in this lesson, we will see how a translation issue can help us understands Peter's behavior and his question about putting up tents.
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2022-09-0657 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#97 - Eyes that see/Ears that hear? - Transfiguration (pt. 5)In today’s lesson, we explore the literary progression found in the Gospel of Mark that concerns “seeing” and “hearing” as the disciples ascend on their journey toward the Transfiguration.
The rabbis taught that the kingdom of God comes through “seeing” and “hearing.” Through the prophet Isaiah, God chastises Israel for having “eyes” but not being able to see and having “ears” but the inability to hear.
This is the same question Jesus is going to ask the disciples after the Feeding of the 4000 (Mark 8:18).
The progression in Mark shows us the opening of ears and eyes that prepares the disciples for the Transfig...
2022-08-2242 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#96 - Mystical Judaism and the Trinity - Transfiguration (pt. 4)In today's video, we explore the Transfiguration through the lens of Mystical Judaism.
A concept prevalent in first-century Judaism concerned the existence of a "Heavenly Man" - or, as in Mystical Judaism, the Adam Kadmon - the Original Adam.
Humanity is made in the image of God, yet God has no image. The "Heavenly Man" solves this paradox."
Join us as we connect Paul's use of the term "Heavenly Man" in 1 Corinthians and other second temple period writings to a deeper understanding of Jesus and the Transfiguration.
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2022-08-191h 06
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#95 - Beings of Light? Transfiguration (pt. 3)In today's lesson, we continue our series on the Transfiguration by exploring the connection between the First Adam and Jesus, as the Last Adam.
This connection takes us back to Eden and the loss of glory that Adam and Eve experienced after their sin.
According to Rabbinic writings, when the Messiah comes, he will restore the glory that Adam lost.
Moreover, Paul will use this line of Rabbinic theology to encourage us to increase our own reflected glory now that the Messiah - Jesus - has come.
Today's lesson not only helps us understand the Transfiguration event but also provides...
2022-08-0157 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#94 - Jesus, Moses, and the Exodus - Transfiguration (pt. 2)This video is the second in our series on the Transfiguration of Jesus.
In today's lesson, we explore how the details of the Transfiguration event bring to mind the stories of Moses on Mount Sinai in the book of Exodus.
Jesus, through his actions, and the Gospel writers, through the details they choose to present, pull in the story of Moses on Mount Sinai and the understood meaning to communicate to their first-century audience that Jesus is the Messiah - the last redeemer of Israel.
We invite you to join us through this series that will help you build a...
2022-07-2554 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#93 - Background of Transfiguration - Transfiguration (pt. 1)The Transfiguration of Jesus is one of the most enigmatic stories in the Bible.
Understanding the overall message of this event requires us to understand the cultural context within which it took place.
In this short series, we will explore the cultural context of first-century Israel and how the Transfiguration would have been viewed by its first-century audience.
Today's video lays out a spiritual mind-map of the numerous areas that will inform our understanding of the meaning of the Transfiguration.
We invite you to join us through this series that will help you build a foundation of understanding that will...
2022-07-1854 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#92 - The Wisdom of the Ten Commandments - Exodus (pt. 20)The Ten Commandments (Exodus 20: 2-17) contain tremendous wisdom for how to structure society to bring about God's kingdom.
This wisdom is contained within the underlying structure of the order of the commandments and is not always easy to see when doing a surface reading.
In today's lesson, we take a deep dive into the biblical structure to see how this ancient wisdom transcends time and still applies to our world today.
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2022-06-2342 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#91 - Wisdom and the Mountain of the LORD - Exodus (pt. 19)In today's lesson, we explore Wisdom and the importance of striving toward wisdom in our spiritual journey up the mountain of the LORD (Psalm 24:3).
Wisdom is a gift from God that gives us insight into the nature of God's cosmos or His will for how we are to live.
When we implement wisdom in our lives, we manifest goodness over a long period of time.
Since we exist across time, our behavior from moment to moment will eventually become our past and can result in the nagging feeling of regret, embarrassment, or shame.
To live wisely is to live with...
2022-06-1851 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#90 - Ascending the Mountain of God - Exodus (pt. 18)Psalm 24:3 asks, "Who may ascend the mountain of the LORD?"
Throughout the ancient Near East (ANE), the "Cosmic Mountain" idea was of vital importance within their view of the cosmos.
So when the Israelites are taken out of Egypt to meet God on a mountain, they already have a preconceived notion of how God interacts with the world at the peak of a mountain.
The theme of ascending the mountain of the LORD exists throughout the biblical text and includes Jesus' transfiguration on the top of a "sacred" mountain (2 Peter 1:18).
Ascending the mountain of God is also a metaphor that...
2022-06-0446 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#90 - Jesus Our Banner? - Exodus (pt. 17)Today's lesson is part two of our previous video, "The LORD My Banner."
In our previous lesson, we examined the story of Moses raising his hands on a hill while the Israelites were battling against the Amalekites. Moses builds an altar upon victory and calls it, "The LORD is My Banner."
In this week's lesson, we expand the concept of the banner from Exodus through the Bible and up to Jesus. There is a Messianic prophecy in Isaiah 11 that tells us that the Messiah will be a "banner" for the nations of the world.
Jesus is our banner!
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2022-05-2842 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#89 - The Lord My Banner - Exodus (pt. 16)In today's video, we look at the story from Exodus 17, where the Amalekites attack the Israelites.
Moses goes up onto a hill with the "staff of God in his hand." When Moses' hands were up in the air, the Israelites were winning. When his hands lowered, the Israelites lost.
After winning the battle, Moses builds an altar and calls it "The LORD is my banner."
The context for this story and Moses' comment about the "banner" comes right out of Egypt and the religious use of standards or flags.
From this point in the scripture, the concept of a "banner"...
2022-05-2840 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#88 - Hearing God Speak - Exodus (pt. 15)Today’s video explores the Hebrew word for wilderness – Midbar.
If we take a step back and watch the movement of the Israelites from Egypt out to the wilderness, we see something unique.
The Israelites move from a place of order – food, water, shelter – to a place of chaos – no water, no food, no shelter – and must become fully reliant upon God and his provisions.
God has a purpose for bringing the Israelites out into the wilderness – it is where we learn to hear his voice.
We all go through times of walking through the deserts in life, and they are never enjo...
2022-05-2840 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#87 - Dividing the Chaotic Waters - Exodus (pt. 14)Support Fig Tree Ministries:
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2022-05-2846 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#86 - Jesus, the Afikomen? - Exodus (pt. 13)Today's video explores the Last Supper as a Passover Seder.
The Gospel writers include details about the meal found within traditional Passover Seder celebrations.
We can even discern where some of the disciples would have been sitting relative to Jesus that evening by looking closely at these details.
Finally, we explore an element of the celebration called the Afikomen. Many scholars believe that the piece of unleavened bread (matzah) that Jesus identifies as his body is, in fact, the Afikomen.
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2022-05-2847 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#85 - Jesus, God's Passover Lamb - Exodus (pt. 12)In this week's lesson, we look at the details about the Passover in Exodus chapter 12.
We can then compare the details about Jesus that are included in the Gospels and the rest of the New Testament.
The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus are nested within the holidays of Passover, Unleavened Bread, and First Fruits.
The Gospel writers, in particular, are sure to include seemingly small details that help their audience point back to Exodus 12 and the original Passover Lamb.
The New Testament writers see Jesus as God's Passover Lamb that has been offered to redeem the whole world.
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2022-04-1144 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#84 - Passover - Introduction - Exodus (pt. 11)In this video, we begin short three-part series on Passover.
Passover is the most important holiday within the Hebrew Bible and for the nation of Israel.
This lesson takes a ten-thousand-foot view of the Passover holiday and how it connects throughout the Old Testament and into the events surrounding Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection.
We look into the "four expressions of redemption" (Exodus 6:6-7) and how it relates to the Passover meal that Jesus ate with his disciples the night before his death.
Understanding the Biblical Holidays (Leviticus 23) and how they relate to Jesus is a goldmine for Christians to...
2022-04-0348 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#83 - Spirituality of Exodus - Exodus (pt. 10)Exodus is not only a book that tells of the redemption of the Israelites, but it is also a book about the spiritual redemption of all humanity.
On a spiritual level, Exodus provides a metaphor for a spiritual journey from slavery to the indwelling of God's presence.
Exodus communicates this through the ancient near east use of symbols and repetition.
In this lesson, we look at two seemingly insignificant details - the donkey in Exodus 4:20 and the concept of a three-day journey - to see how the message of a spiritual journey is communicated.
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2022-03-2840 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#82 - Did Pharaoh Repent? - Exodus (pt. 9)Did Pharaoh repent?
We tend to think about Pharaoh during the Ten Plagues as entirely immovable. We imagine that he is consistent and unemotional in his responses as he rejects Moses' requests to release the Israelites.
However, a careful study of the text gives us a different picture. Pharaoh does change along the way! He negotiates with Moses, and his responses loosen up as the plagues' nature increases.
In this video, we follow the trajectory of Pharaoh's responses. The language he uses towards the final stages of the plagues is very close to what we would consider repentance.
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2022-03-1348 min
Fig Tree Ministries Podcast#12 Parables (part 4) The Wicked Tenants part II (Mark 12:1-12)#12 Parables (part 4) The Wicked Tenants part II (Mark 12:1-12) by Scott Broberg
2020-09-1243 minFig Tree Ministries Podcast#6 - Like An Arar In The Desert#6 - Like An Arar In The Desert by Scott Broberg
2020-07-1833 min
The OilBrit PodcastOilBrit with special guest Scott Porsnuk of Oilers twitter.We both talk Oilers and NHL topics. NHL hub cities, Draft lottery last night and our reaction, Oilers vs Chicago matchup in playoffs, talk bit of soccer over here in UK, Lafreniere, Habs, how would be interested to see NHL being played without crowds as don’t feel it works in soccer. Obession with leafs in Canadian spots media, Mcdavid vs Matthews, stupidity and our thoughts on leafs and San Jose, Scott’s thoughts on this Oilers team, Our thoughts on Bouchard going into next season and how to work him up into the top 6, compliance buyouts, We both talk Pulj...
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