Bridgetown Audio Podcast HSC25: Session 1
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Apr 1, 2025 
N.T. Wright, a leading New Testament scholar, dives into the significance of the Holy Spirit in transforming communities and shaping new creation. He explores pivotal events like Pentecost, linking them to Old Testament narratives. Wright discusses Israel's historical rebellion and Moses' intercession, highlighting how these lessons apply to today's church. He emphasizes the importance of welcome and unity in overcoming societal challenges, while envisioning a spirit-filled community committed to justice and divine truth. A thought-provoking conversation!
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Pentecost and Babel
- The Holy Spirit's arrival at Pentecost reverses the Tower of Babel's chaos.
- It creates unity in diversity, like God's ordered creation in Genesis.
God's Dwelling Place
- God's dwelling in the tabernacle signifies His desire to live among His people.
- This plan, disrupted by sin, is renewed through Jesus, the true temple.
The True Temple
- God's promise to David of a house wasn't about a physical structure.
- It was about Jesus, whose followers become the dwelling place of God's Spirit.