Luke in 50 Days
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Day 50: The Conclusion and Next Steps
Day 50: The Conclusion and Next Steps
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In this podcast, Jeff Cavins and Dr. Scott Powell will explore the life of Christ through the Gospel of Luke.
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- Day 50: The Conclusion and Next Steps · 18 minJeff and Scott conclude this podcast series by giving an overview of St. Luke the gospel writer and briefly explaining the second part to this story which is the Book of Acts…
- Day 49: Jesus Appears to His Disciples · 18 minJeff and Scott go through the last verses of the Gospel and unpack the significance of Jesus appearing to his disciples. They explain how, in this Gospel, Jesus highlights how he…
- Day 48: The Walk to Emmaus · 21 minJeff and Scott examine the events after the Resurrection of Jesus, particularly the story of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. They walk through this story of the Emmaus…
- Day 47: The Crucifixion of Jesus · 23 minJeff and Scott discuss the events of the Crucifixion and point out how Jesus is the fulfillment of all that was foretold in the Old Testament. They go through the history of…
- Day 46: Jesus Sentenced to Death · 20 minJeff and Scott walk us through Jesus' sentencing to death. They highlight parallels to the Old Testament and how these moments fulfill numerous prophecies that foretold this…
- Day 45: The Betrayal and Arrest of Jesus · 17 minJeff and Scott talk about the events surrounding Jesus' arrest on the Mount of Olives. They walk through the progression of those events and how Jesus remains fully in control at…
- Day 44: The Last Supper · 24 minJeff and Scott compare the Last Supper with the institution of Passover and the release of the Egyptians from bondage. They also discuss the various aspects of the Last Supper…
- Day 43: Jesus as the Temple · 18 minJeff and Scott step back from the readings to explore another central theme in Luke's Gospel, which is the Temple. They explore the significance of a temple though a historical…
- Day 42: The Destruction of the Temple Foretold · 24 minJeff and Scott talk about the meaning and history surrounding the Temple and how it relates to Jesus through both Old and New Testament connections. They describe how to read the…
- Day 41: Questions for Jesus · 21 minJeff and Scott examine the nuances of the various questions the Pharisees and Sadducees use to try and trap Jesus. They explain how Jesus uses his answers to make a definitive…
- Day 40: The Authority of Jesus Questioned · 18 minJeff and Scott discuss how Jesus teaches with authority, unlike the other rabbis of his time. They also examine the parable of the wicked tenants and how Jesus is using this…
- Day 39: Jesus' Entry into Jerusalem · 22 minJeff and Scott explore Old Testament stories that prefigure Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. They cover multiple connections with the Passover, King Solomon, Macabees, and…
- Day 38: Jesus and Zacchaeus · 23 minJeff and Scott share different insights about the story of Jesus and Zacchaeus. They highlight the historical and cultural context in this section of readings, along with a…
- Day 37: Spiritual Blindness · 23 minJeff and Scott talk about several parables and point out how Jesus lifted up people who were considered unfavorable or were despised to highlight the theme of Jubilee. They also…
- Day 36: The Present Age and the Age to Come · 13 minJeff and Scott step back from the readings to explore another central theme in Luke's Gospel, which is the theme of ages—the present age and the age to come. They discuss what…
- Day 35: Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers · 18 minJeff and Scott discuss the themes of gratitude and graciousness in the story of Jesus' cleansing of the 10 lepers. They also offer their perspectives on the leper that returned…
- Day 34: The Parable of the Dishonest Steward · 21 minJeff and Scott examine this parable from several angles and explain how it can be understood as a standalone story. They also discuss the different allusions to Christ in the…
- Day 33: The Parable of the Prodigal and His Brother · 20 minJeff and Scott explore why this famous parable could also be called "the parable of the merciful father." They explore the perspectives of the different characters in this story…
- Day 32: Humility and Hospitality · 22 minJeff and Scott share their insights about the significance and importance of meals in the time of Jesus. They also share various stories about humility and finding Jesus in…
- Day 31: The Parable of the Mustard Seed · 20 minJeff and Scott examine the parable of the mustard seed in light of Jesus' references to the Kingdom of God. They also relate how these parables relate to the themes of the Exodus…
