Wednesday in the Word is the podcast that explains what the Bible means and how we figure it out. Unlike a traditional sermon, the focus is on learning to figure out what the Bible says. In addition to going verse by verse through the Bible, we go concept by concept focusing on what the original author intended to say in context. We also compare interpretative options and talk about how to choose between them. This podcast has no advertisements or donation requests. It is free to all who wan ...
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05 Jesus turns Water into Wine (John 2:1-12)
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Only the disciples and a few servants saw Jesus turn water into wine at the wedding at Cana. John highlights how this quiet miracle confirmed their belief that Jesus is the Christ.Von Krisan Marotta
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04 Jesus calls the First Disciples (John 1:34-51)
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The Apostle John explains how the first disciples moved from curious followers to apostles entrusted with spreading the gospel.Von Krisan Marotta
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03 The Testimony of John the Baptist (John 1:19-34)
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The author focuses on the evidence John the Baptist provided about the identity of the Christ. John the Baptist gave two kinds of testimony: negative and positive.Von Krisan Marotta
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02 In the Beginning was the Word (John 1:1-18)
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John 1:1-18: The Apostle John starts his gospel with a prologue that introduces 3 key themes that resonate throughout the book.Von Krisan Marotta
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01 Gospel of John Introduction
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This episode kicks off a new season on the Gospel of John. We delve into the what we know about the author, the Apostle John, and review the unique characteristics of this gospel, as compared to the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke).Von Krisan Marotta
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Season 25 of the Wednesday in the Word podcast starts August 21Von Krisan Marotta
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The podcast is on break. In the meantime listen to one of the 500+ previous episodes and this song.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Summary
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The fruit of the Spirit are not “feel-good vibes” or moral must-haves. They result from a seismic worldview. They grow from faith taking root in our souls.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Self-control
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While self-control might sound like a call to perfection, at its core self-control values the gospel more than our desires of the moment.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness
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Gentleness as a fruit of the Spirit is not about being soft or timid. It involves humbly accepting what God gives without self-promotion or ambition.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Faith
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Faith as a fruit of the Spirit is not a feeling or belief, but a transformative worldview based on four core convictions.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Goodness
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Goodness as a fruit of the Spirit isn't doing random acts of kindness. Goodness is an active pursuit of what is right and holy in both speech and action.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Kindness
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Kindness as a fruit of the Spirit is not good deeds. Rooted in understanding God's kindness, it's intentionally acting to benefit others.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Patience
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Patience as a fruit of the Spirit results from belief. We are longsuffering because we fix our hope on the promises of the gospel.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Peace
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We typically think of peace as fruit of the Spirit as "peace of mind." But most often Scripture speaks of peace as unity among believers.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Joy
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Scripture teaches believers have joy as a fruit of the Spirit in the middle of struggles. Joy is confidence based on hope.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Love Part 2
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Scripture teaches a second aspect to love as a fruit of the Spirit which concerns how believers relate to each other as a church and community.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Love Part 1
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A deep dive into Scripture to understand what love is as a fruit of the Spirit. Spoiler: It is not a feeling.Von Krisan Marotta
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Fruit of the Spirit: Introduction
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The entire argument of Galatians in one podcast! Understanding the themes of Galatians is the foundation for our study on the Fruit of the Spirit. Knowing the context surrounding the list is the crucial first step.Von Krisan Marotta
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The latest news from Krisan Marotta and the Wednesday in the Word podcast: New series on the Fruit of the Spirit starts March 6.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 6:6-18 Invest in Truth
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In Galatians 6:6-18, Paul encourages his listeners to invest their lives in truth. We reap what we sow. If we seek teachers who flatter and entertain us, that is what we will harvest. God is not mocked. He knows what we seek.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 5:25-6:5 Bear Each Others’ Burdens
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In Galatians 5:25-6:5, Paul explains how the fact that we all believe the same gospel translates into our lives as a community. First, he urges us to stop competing with our teammates. Then Paul explains how to respond when someone stumbles on this metaphorical race to glory.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 5:13-24 Walk by the Spirit
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Paul argues we don't need the Law to keep us from pursuing sin. We have something better. We have the Spirit of God teaching us to pursue goodness.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 5:1-12 Keep Standing Firm
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In the final chapters, he develops his third major theme which is the freedom the gospel brings. Because the gospel solves our two biggest problems, it brings freedom from the law and freedom from slavery to sin.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 4:21-31 A Tale of Two Mothers
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In the story of Abraham we find two sons, two wives, two covenants, two mountains, and two cities. So we have only two options. One option leads to eternal life in the kingdom of God. The other leads to destruction.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 4:12-20 Leadership in action
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In his fourth argument, Paul appeals to the Galatians to return to the true gospel based on his deep affection and concern for them.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 4:1-11 Sons and Slaves
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The Judaizers teach you need to place yourself under the guardianship of the Law. Why would adults want to return the restrictions of childhood? Like a child who has come of age, you have graduated from the guardianship of the Law.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 3:23-29 Graduation from the Law
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The Law teaches valuable lessons that prepare us for faith and keep us from evil. But, after the Messiah came, we graduated from the protective custody of the Law. All of us receive justification by the same path: faith in Jesus Christ.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 3:15-22 The Deal and the Promise
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Paul argues the Law, which was a deal, does not nullify the promise given to Abraham. In a deal, two parties agree to certain obligations. But a promise is made by one party unconditionally.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 3:1-14 The Way to God
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In Galatians 3, Paul begins a series of five arguments for justification by faith. In the first two, Paul argues from experience and from the plain teaching of Scripture.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 2:11-21 Did Jesus die for nothing?
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Galatians 2:11-21: Paul includes rebuking Peter as part of his defense. Paul could rebuke Peter because they had the same view of the gospel. This incident serves two purposes: 1) it furthers Paul’s claim that he and the apostles teach the same gospel; and 2) it introduces this issue of whether gentile believers must keep the law.…
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Galatians 2:1-10 Nothing but the Truth
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Fourteen years after his conversion, Paul went to Jerusalem to consult with the other apostles. They added nothing to his understanding and gave him the right hand of fellowship.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 1:11-24 A Message from God
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Paul argues he received his gospel first-hand as a revelation from the risen Lord. His lack of contact with the other apostles proves the divine origin of his understanding.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians 1:1-10 No Other Gospel
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In Galatians 1:1-10, Paul opens his letter by defending his authority and his gospel. He argues you can recognize the true gospel by its source and its substance.Von Krisan Marotta
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Galatians Introduction: Paul wrote this letter around 49 AD, about 15 years after the death and resurrection of Jesus to churches he founded during his first missionary journey. After Paul left, the Judaizers began teaching the Galatians they must keep the law to be fully Christian. Paul wrote this letter in response.…
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The podcast is on break for some much needed study time before we start a new series.Von Krisan Marotta
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2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 Handling the lazy
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Paul closes with with three directives regarding work: 1) follow Paul's example of being willing to support himself; 2) work to meet your own needs; and 3) stop enabling those who won't work.Von Krisan Marotta
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2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 The lawless one
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Paul reassures the Thessalonians that Christ has not returned because certain events must happen first. But they can take comfort that Christ will return to bring both justice and salvation for those who believe.Von Krisan Marotta
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2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 Handling suffering
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Paul encourages a suffering church by reminding them of the certainty of God's justice and judgment. One day their suffering will end. But more importantly their faithful response through suffering is evidence that they will inherit a place in the kingdom of God.Von Krisan Marotta
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1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 Handling community
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Paul closes this letter with what appears to be an arbitrary list of exhortations. However, the list follows a theme, as Paul explains how a church community should treat each other.Von Krisan Marotta
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1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11 The Day of the Lord
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Paul explains what it means to be alert, awake and prepared for judgment day: have faith. Christians know how the world will end and we do not have to fear it. Jesus died for us so that we might live with him.Von Krisan Marotta
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1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 Handling Work
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Paul deals with a second issues related to how live as a Christian: work. His advice is strive to follow God, rather than impact the world.Von Krisan Marotta
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Easter: Why the resurrection is important
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On Easter we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It matters whether something is real or not. It also matters whether an idea is true or not. The historical fact is Jesus rose from the dead, and it makes a difference that he did.Von Krisan Marotta
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1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 Handling sexuality
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In 1Thessalonians 4, Paul addresses specific questions and issues in the Thessalonian church. First, Paul addresses how Christians should handle their sexuality. Then he tackles work.Von Krisan Marotta
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1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13 Investing in people
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While Paul laments his inability to visit the Thessalonians, he rejoices over their faithful response to the gospel. Paul claims his crowning joy is seeing people like them respond to the gospel.Von Krisan Marotta
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1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 Paul’s example
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Paul explains how he conducted himself at Thessalonica and why his message his trustworthy. Today we face the same choice: whether or not to believe Paul.Von Krisan Marotta
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1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Faith, love and hope
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In their first year of faith, Paul sees three changes that confirm the genuine belief of the Thessalonians: their "work of faith," "labor of love," and "steadfastness of hope."Von Krisan Marotta
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Thessalonians Introduction
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Paul is writing to a very young church of people from different ethnic groups in a city that is intensely hostile to them. Paul wants to encourage them to persevere in the faith and clarify some issues that confuse them.Von Krisan Marotta
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04 I do or I don’t: Making the decision
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In this final section, we offer some advice on how to evaluate your current relationships and what to talk through before you say "I do."Von Krisan Marotta
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03 God’s Design for Sexuality
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If the cultural view of sexuality, what is the biblical view? Is it just a list of dos, don'ts, and not yets? The question I want to address in this section is: What are you waiting for and why is it worth it? We find those answers in the Song of Solomon.Von Krisan Marotta
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