This chapter examines the biblical understanding of prayer, emphasizing the importance of asking, seeking, and knocking as a means of developing a deeper relationship with God. It explores the complexities of prayer, particularly in the face of unanswered requests, while highlighting the moral intuitions that reflect divine character. Through personal narratives and reflections on Jesus' teachings, the chapter encourages a continual posture of communion with God, fostering an instinctual understanding of divine wisdom rather than treating it as a transactional interaction.
Sermon on the Mount E32 – In his fourth teaching on relationships and conflict in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus encourages his listeners to ask God for what they need. Because the three previous teachings don't directly tell us how to respond in specific situations, Jesus emphasizes that the challenges of relationships require wisdom that comes from a deep dependence on God. In this episode, Tim and Jon discuss Jesus’ invitation for his followers to relate to God as a loving and generous Father who delights in giving us good gifts.
Timestamps
- Chapter 1: Ask, Seek, Knock (00:00-19:25)
- Chapter 2: James and the Sermon on the Mount (19:25-34:48)
- Chapter 3: Connecting My World to the Wisdom of Jesus 9 (34:48-54:24)
Referenced Resources
Show Music
- Original Sermon on the Mount music by Richie Kohen
- BibleProject theme song by TENTS
- “Casette” by Ward Willis
- “La Verdure” by Makzo, Guillaume Muschalle
Show Credits
Jon Collins is the creative producer for today's show. Production of today's episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer; Cooper Peltz, managing producer; and Colin Wilson, producer. Stephanie Tam is our consultant and editor. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer. Frank Garza and Aaron Olsen edited today's episode. Aaron Olsen also provided the sound design and mix for today's episode. Nina Simone does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Today’s hosts are Jon Collins and Michelle Jones, and Tim Mackie is our lead scholar.
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