John 7

The Regular Guys Bible Study

Imagine Weird Al-Yankovic penning a song about Jesus! In this intriguing episode, we, your hosts Ken and Steve, take a deep dive into John Chapter 7, teasing apart Jesus' actions and the disbelief of his brothers. If Jesus said he would not go to Judea, was he speaking the truth, or did he lie? How deep was the faith of his brothers? Come, let us ponder upon these profound questions and more!
As the episode unfolds, we grapple with the enigma and controversy that surround Jesus' teachings. What does the phrase 'for fear of the Jews no one spoke openly of him' truly mean? And what implications did it have on Jesus' stature amongst the Pharisees? As we analyze Jesus' responses to the Jews who were astonished by his wisdom, his claim of doing God's will, and his teachings about circumcision and Sabbath, we stumble upon mind-bending insights about faith and society. Moreover, we reflect upon his miraculous escape from arrest and the unwavering faith of his followers.
In the last segment, the discussion turns towards the confusion that the crowd and the officers, who were sent to arrest Jesus, faced. The fact that no prophet emerges from Galilee casts a shadow of doubt on Jesus' claim of being the Christ. We wrap up by delving into the political climate of Israel and how it might have shaped these events. So, buckle up for a roller coaster ride through the pages of John Chapter 7, where every verse opens up a new perspective, every line sparks a new debate, and every word invites you to think deeper.

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1. Jesus' Actions and Brother's Nonbelief (00:00:08)

2. Confusion and Controversy (00:12:44)

3. Jesus (00:29:52)

4. Jesus' Teachings and Beliefs (00:37:58)