Word of Life Church Podcast The Word of Life
Nov 2, 2025
Join Brian Zahnd as he unpacks John’s message about the contrasting worlds we navigate—one fueled by pride, greed, and lust, and the other embodying faith, hope, and love. Discover the essence of being a Jesus-centered community and the importance of sacramental practices like baptism and communion. Gain insights into how the church serves as a powerful eddy against societal currents, emphasizing love as its defining trait. Through personal reflections, experience a vision of the church as a home and a source of joy, drawing everyone toward the transformative power of Christ.
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Jesus As The Word And Eternal Life
- John identifies Jesus as the Word of Life and eternal life incarnate.
- The Bible points to Jesus rather than replacing him as the primary revelation of God.
Two Meanings Of "World" In John
- John uses "world" two ways: God's good creation and a corrupt system called Babylon.
- The corrupt world is driven by pride, greed, and lust and lies under the evil one's power.
You Can't Use Babylon's Engines For Good
- The engines of Babylon—pride, greed, lust—cannot be harnessed for good.
- Attempting to save the world by using those engines only makes the church become the world.