Exploring Jesus' deep empathy and understanding of human suffering through his utterance 'I thirst'. Delving into the fulfillment of prophecies connecting Jesus and David. Reflecting on the concept of dehumanization and ethnic hatred in society. Unpacking the symbolism of acacia wood and thorns in biblical history. Delving into the price of redemption and the journey to overcoming fear and control. Exploring Jesus' dual nature as fully human and fully God.
Jesus embodies both divine grace and human suffering, enabling profound empathy with individuals.
Fear can escalate into control and anger, revealing a destructive cycle in human behavior patterns.
Confronting fears with faith and repentance leads to healing and positive transformation in life.
Deep dives
Understanding Jesus' Humanity and Divinity
Jesus' dual nature as fully human and fully God is highlighted, emphasizing his unique ability to empathize deeply with human experiences. Despite his divine status, Jesus faced hunger, fatigue, sorrow, and pain, showcasing a profound understanding of human suffering. The podcast delves into how Jesus' acute awareness of both divine grace and human pain positions him to empathize with individuals at a profound level.
Transformation from Fear to Control to Anger
The episode explores a personal journey from fear to control and ultimately to anger, revealing a common pattern in human behavior. The speaker candidly shares how fear led to attempts to control situations, which eventually escalated into anger. This introspective analysis highlights the destructive cycle that can arise from unaddressed fears and the subsequent negative emotions that manifest.
Recognizing and Addressing Patterns of Fear and Control
The podcast presents a story of personal struggle with fear, control, and anger in the context of purchasing a farm. The speaker acknowledges the impact of fear on behavior, leading to controlling tendencies and outbursts of anger among family members. By recognizing and confessing these patterns, a path towards healing, forgiveness, and understanding is illuminated, urging listeners to confront and address their own emotional struggles.
Facing Fear and Embracing Faith
The podcast delves into the speaker's personal experience with battling a spirit of fear and how turning to repentance and prayer while standing in the authority of faith led to a transformative shift in their life and surroundings. By confronting the fear with declarations of faith and the unwavering love of Jesus, the speaker found relief and a sense of empowerment, resulting in a positive change in their family's experience, despite unchanged external circumstances.
Humility, Control, and Submission
The episode explores the themes of humility, control, and submission as key aspects of imitating Christ. Through anecdotes and reflections, the discussion centers on the importance of humbling oneself before God and others, avoiding the pitfall of self-promotion, and recognizing the need for daily crucifixion of ego in order to truly manifest Christ-like humility. The conversation highlights the significance of adopting a posture of submission and yielding, rather than seeking personal promotion or control, to authentically reflect the character and teachings of Jesus.
In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby, joined by Pastor Jonathan Vinke and Charles Martin, dig deeper into what Jesus meant when He said "I thirst" while on the cross. What is exactly is He thirsting for and how does that relate to us today?
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Have you ever wanted to dig deeper into a message and developer a deeper relationship with God? Together with special guests, Pastor Joby Martin takes a deep dive into the sermon each week. Our prayer is these conversations help to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ.
The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas.
To find out more about how God is moving at Eleven22, go to coe22.com
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