Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin Knowing God as Father - S24E7
Dec 1, 2025
In this engaging conversation, author and speaker Charles Martin shares his journey of fatherhood and the profound insights from his experiences. He and Pastor Joby Martin explore the essence of knowing God as Father and how it shapes our understanding of being a dad. They discuss the significance of Jesus calling God 'Abba,' and how earthly fathers can influence our view of the divine. Through personal stories of care and healing, they highlight the importance of intimacy with God and the redemptive power of a father's love.
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Jesus Restores Fatherhood
- Jesus repeatedly calling God "Father" (Abba) was scandalous in first-century Israel because rabbis never used that intimate term.
- Charles Martin says Jesus used "father" more than any other word to restore the fractured father-child relationship with God.
Abba Carries Intimacy And Obedience
- Abba (Aramaic/Hebrew) conveys intimacy and obedience beyond the Greek pater's descriptive sense.
- Charles Martin explains Abba implies "he is my Father" and a heart of submission in Jesus' speech.
Cradle, Scent, And Security
- Charles Martin describes cradling his crying infant until the child tucked his nose into the nape of his neck and slept.
- That smell-and-safety moment led Charles to a layer of Abba meaning: "I long for your scent."