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John Lanier

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4d ago

E.216 (Grassroots Q&A and Topics - "Authority")

#grassrootsmovements #jesuschrist #bible #authority Microsoft Co-Pilot Summary of the Episode 1. Listener Response: Believers Authority 2. Jesus’ Authority (Matthew 28) You begin with Matthew 28:18–20, where Jesus says:“ All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.” This becomes the foundation for understanding Christian authority. Jesus possesses all authority. Believers operate under delegated authority from Him. 3. Meaning of “Authority” You briefly define the Greek term for authority as: Power Moral weight Spiritual influence You also reference 1 Peter 3:22, which says all powers are subject to Christ. 4. Christ’s Victory and Delegated Authority You emphasize that Jesus: Defeated sin, death, and demonic powers through the cross and resurrection. Gives believers new life and places them under His authority. Sends the church to make disciples with His authority. 5. Ephesians 1: Christ Above All Powers You highlight Paul’s teaching that Christ is seated: “Far above all rule and authority and power and dominion.” All things are under His feet, and He is head over the church. This reinforces that believers share in Christ’s victory but not His supremacy. 6. Spiritual Warfare (Ephesians 6) Believers must: Be strong in the Lord’s might, not their own. Stand against the devil’s schemes using the armor of God. Recognize the real battle is against spiritual forces. Authority is exercised through dependence on Christ, not self-reliance. 7. Authority in Relationships (Ephesians 5) You apply authority to marriage and relationships:Both husband and wife have roles involving authority. Authority must never be abused. Believers are called to mutual submission out of reverence for Christ. Submission is presented as a key part of properly wielding authority. 8. The Nature of Christian Authority You conclude that Christian authority is: Humble Dependent on Christ Used to serve others, not dominate them (referencing Jesus’ teaching). Expressed through love, service, prayer, and obedience. When used rightly, believers experience victory in relationships and spiritual battles.
Aug 10

E.215 (Spirit Baptism - Methodist Perspective)

#holyspiritbaptism #jesuschrist #bible #johnwesley #charleswesley Microsoft Co-Pilot Summary of the Episode The episode explains how Methodist theology, especially John Wesley’s Aldersgate experience, shapes the Methodist understanding of Spirit Baptism and how it connects historically to Pentecostalism. Wesley’s “heart strangely warmed” moment — “I felt my heart strangely warmed… I did trust in Christ, Christ alone for salvation” — becomes the foundation for his emphasis on the inner work of the Holy Spirit, assurance of salvation, sanctification, and growth in love.Methodist theologians (Oden, Collins, Olsen) note that Wesley did not teach a distinct second blessing or link Spirit baptism to tongues. Instead, he saw:One Spirit baptism for all believersSanctifying grace as centralExtraordinary gifts given to someMany refillings of the Spirit over a lifetimeWesley stressed transformation, humility, love, and good works, while warning against measuring spirituality by visions or dramatic experiences. The host concludes that Methodist theology highlights the Spirit’s ongoing renewal and encouragement for believers who struggle, and ends with a prayer for assurance and fresh spiritual awakening.
Aug 4

E.214 (Grassroots Q&A and Topics) The Fear of God - What does a healthy fear of God look like?

#fearofgod #jesuschrist #gospelofmathew#fearofgod #jesuschrist #gospelofmathew #proverbs #solomon
Jul 7

E.213 (Spiritual Gifts - Word of Wisdom and Knowledge)

1 Corinthians 12:8 For to one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom, and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit,
Jun 5

E.212 (Spiritual Gifts - 1 Corinthians 12:4-7)

4 Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; 5 and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord; 6 and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone. 7 To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2025), 1 Co 12:4–7.
May 30

E.211 Spirit Baptism (John Stott part 3)

Continuing our series on Spirit Baptism from John Stotts book Baptism and Fullness#jesuschrist #holyspirit #holyspiritbaptism #holybible
May 17

E.210 Episode Update

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Apr 21

E.209 (Spiritual Gifts 1 Cor. 12:1-3)

#jesuschrist #holyspirit #spiritualgifts #1corinthians 12 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2 You know that when you were pagans you were led astray to mute idols, however you were led. 3 Therefore I want you to understand that no one speaking in the Spirit of God ever says “Jesus is accursed!” and no one can say “Jesus is Lord” except in the Holy Spirit.The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2025), 1 Co 12:1–3.

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Bible, Life, Culture, Marriage

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John Lanier
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2022 - 2026
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216
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Clean
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