Live Free with Josh Howerton Was Jesus an “Illegal Immigrant”…!? (What the Bible ACTUALLY Says) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
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Dec 22, 2025 Explore the intriguing question of whether Jesus can be considered an illegal immigrant, diving into historical context and modern interpretations. Discover how John’s Gospel offers profound connections to Genesis, revealing Jesus as a new creation. Uncover the significance of Easter as a reimagining of humanity and how the genealogies in the Gospels differ yet enrich the narrative. The hosts engage on the importance of balancing compassion with just policies, emphasizing that no political leader can replace the teachings of Jesus.
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Die Hard As A Christmas Opener
- Josh and the hosts jokingly argue that Die Hard is a Christmas movie and compare Bruce Willis to Christ imagery.
- They use humor to warm up the discussion before deeper theological points.
Jesus Fulfills What Caesar Claimed
- Pastor Josh connects Caesar Augustus's self-deification and minting of an "advent" coin to Jesus' arrival as the true Son of God and Prince of Peace.
- The contrast shows Jesus fulfilling and supplanting imperial claims of divinity and peace.
John 1 As Genesis 2.0
- Paul and Josh highlight John 1 as "Genesis 2.0," presenting Jesus as the new Adam who brings recreation and life.
- This reframes the incarnation as the start of God's recreation mission, not just a historical birth.