BibleProject Whose Idea Was the “City of God”? – The City E11
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Jul 3, 2023 The podcast delves into the biblical view of cities, exploring their dual nature as places of chaos and potential. It highlights Jesus' connection to Jerusalem and examines how those cities can fulfill higher purposes. The transformative power of leadership and urban living is discussed, alongside the significance of David's vision for the 'City of God.' The conversation uncovers the connections between Moses' tabernacle, David's temple, and Jesus as the ultimate presence of God among humanity, challenging conventional notions of urban spaces.
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New Jerusalem Fulfilled
- The New Jerusalem, hoped for by the prophets, is fulfilled in Jesus and his followers.
- This raises the question of why God had David create the original Jerusalem.
Cities: A Necessary Evil?
- Cities, despite their inherent flaws, become a means to preserve and generate new life.
- The question shifts from whether to have cities to how to use existing cities.
The City's Double-Edged Sword
- Cities are presented as inherently problematic, with Cain's city and Babylon as examples.
- This negative view is challenged by Joseph's wise leadership, transforming Egypt into a life-sustaining city.