2023-04-19 12:54:23 · 51

169 Thrive Deeper: John Chapters 16-21

Episode Notes

Chapters 16-21 of the Gospel of John contain some of the most significant events in the life of Jesus Christ. In Chapter 16, Jesus predicts his impending death and the coming of the Holy Spirit to guide his disciples after his departure. In Chapter 17, Jesus prays for his disciples and for all believers, asking for their unity and protection. Chapter 18 describes Jesus' arrest and trial before Pilate, culminating in his crucifixion and death. Chapter 19 provides a detailed account of Jesus' crucifixion and burial, emphasizing the reality of his death and the significance of his sacrifice for the forgiveness of sins. Chapter 20 is focused on the resurrection of Jesus, and the evidence that he has truly risen from the dead, including his appearances to his disciples. Finally, Chapter 21 recounts Jesus' appearance to his disciples after his resurrection, his commissioning of Peter to lead the early Christian church, and his call for all believers to follow him. Overall, these chapters provide a powerful testimony to the truth of the Christian faith, emphasizing the reality of Jesus' death and resurrection, the importance of faith in him as the means of salvation, and the call for believers to follow him and continue his work on earth.

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Meet The Presenters

Dr Matt Jacoby

Matt is the teaching pastor at his church in Victoria, Australia, lecturer at the Melbourne School of Theology, an author, a songwriter and, a musician leading the Psalms project band Sons of Korah.

Matt has a doctorate in philosophy and theology from the University of Melbourne, and is the author of the daily Bible reading guide Thrive launched in 2005. Matt's most recent work as an author is his book Deeper Places (Baker Books USA 2013) with an expanded edition released in 2019. In Deeper Places, Matt shares a rich portrait of authentic spirituality. A gifted teacher and Bible scholar, Matthew is invited to speak at conferences and churches where he brings a fresh but foundational perspective to Scripture.

“I do a lot of teaching these days in my various roles but I always see myself more as a learner. I love learning. I enjoy academic learning and because of that I am a perpetual student of many disciplines. But most of all I love learning to live life the way God made me to live it.” MJ

DJ Paine

DJ is a podcaster, photographer and has had a number of years experience as a Christian Radio Breakfast announcer. He would consider himself a professional Christian music geek & amateur Bible nerd. DJ was raised on the Gold Coast and studied at Word Of Life Bible College in Sydney.

Devoted husband of Benita Paine and proud of their three boys: the #BrothersPaine

“If you have ever wondered if God has a place for you in His plan... or if you have ever felt you are just a round peg trying to fit into a square hole... well I want to encourage you: if God can use a goof like me then we are all in good hands! I love the scriptures and if I can leave any legacy behind it is simply to say: read the Bible, the Bible is God’s light by which we can really see the universe.” DJ

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