Generational Scriptures

Generational Scriptures

We believe that the Bible is the written word of God. However, there is an idea that scripture can be understood and applied based on who is reading it. With this podcast we want to dig deeper into Bible stories and understand what the Scriptures meant to the audience of that time and what it means to us now as XYZers. We say XYZers because the host of this podcast are Chris (Gen X), Moyo (Gen Y) and Jasmine (Gen Z). Each host is at a different place in their walk with Christ but all have a desire to grow closer to God by understanding the words He's already laid out for us.

  1. 4d ago

    Matthew 6: Sermon on the Mount – Part II

    Season 6 Episode 6 – Matthew 6: Sermon on the Mount – Part II 0:00 – Coming Up3:21 – A’ight So Boom 9:07 – MATTHEW 6:1–4 | GIVING TO THE NEEDY• Jesus warns against practicing righteousness to be seen by others.• “When you give,” not “if you give.” Giving is expected.• Righteousness is not driven by selfish ambition or public recognition.• Hypocrites give publicly to receive praise; that praise is their reward.• Give in secret, knowing your heavenly Father sees and rewards.• Deuteronomy 15:11 – Care for the poor and needy. 16:50 – MATTHEW 6:5–8 | HOW TO PRAY• Do not pray like hypocrites who seek public attention.• Pray privately to your Father, who sees in secret.• Avoid empty phrases and meaningless repetition.• Prayer is not about the number of words spoken.• Your Father already knows your needs before you ask. 24:18 – MATTHEW 6:9–15 | THE LORD’S PRAYER• Jesus provides a model for prayer, beginning with “Our Father.”• Hallowed be Your name – Honor God as holy.• Your kingdom come – Pray for God's rule now and its ultimate fulfillment.• Your will be done – Desire God's will throughout creation.• Daily bread – Depend on God for daily provision and necessities.• Forgive our debts – Seek forgiveness while forgiving others.• Lead us not into temptation – Seek protection from sin.• Deliver us from evil – Ask God for rescue from evil and the Evil One.• The doxology appears in some manuscripts but not others.• Jesus emphasizes the relationship between forgiving others and receiving forgiveness. 44:11 – MATTHEW 6:16–18 | FASTING• Like giving and praying, fasting is an act of righteousness.• Do not fast to gain recognition or appear spiritual.• Fast without public display; the Father sees and rewards according to motive. MATTHEW 6:19–21 | TREASURES IN HEAVEN – MOYO• What do you consider valuable?• Earthly treasures are temporary; heavenly treasures endure.• Your heart follows what you treasure.• What you value shapes your priorities, desires, and direction. MATTHEW 6:22–24 | THE EYE AND TWO MASTERS – CHRIS• The eye is the lamp of the body, reflecting spiritual focus.• A healthy eye fills the body with light; a bad eye brings darkness.• What directs your eye and heart influences your entire life.• No one can serve two masters.• You cannot serve both God and money. MATTHEW 6:25–34 | DO NOT BE ANXIOUS – MOYO• Jesus commands His disciples not to be anxious about life's necessities.• Life is more than food, and the body more than clothing.• The Father feeds the birds; are you not more valuable?• Anxiety cannot add a single hour to your life.• God clothes the lilies and grass; will He not care for you?• “O you of little faith” – Anxiety exposes a lack of trust.• The Gentiles pursue these things, but your Father knows your needs.• Seek FIRST the kingdom of God and His righteousness.• Trust God for your needs rather than worrying about tomorrow.• Each day has enough trouble of its own. KEY THEMETrue righteousness is not about recognition, religious performance, wealth, or worry. It is about living before the Father, trusting His provision, and seeking His kingdom above everything else.

  2. Oct 21

    Matthew 5 - Sermon on the Mount - Part I

    Season 6 Episode 5 – Matthew 5: Sermon on the Mount - Part I Coming Up 0:00 A’ight So Boom 3:03 Read Matthew 5 1-2 - 7:25 He began to teach Read Matthew 5 3-12 - 12:17 Blessed are the poor in spirit - theirs is the kingdom of God Blessed are those who mourn - they shall be comforted Blessed are the meek - they shall inherit the earth Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness - they shall be satisfied Blessed are the merciful - they shall receive mercy Blessed are the pure in heart - they shall see God - (hypocrisy) Blessed are the peacemakers - they shall be called sons of God Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake - theirs is the kingdom of heaven Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account Read Matthew 5 13-16 - 43:49 You - The Disciples - Kingdom Actions/Activity in this Fallen Place Are the Salt and of the earth If lost this taste cannot be restored Are the Light of the earth For light to be useful, it is not under a basket, but in the open for lighting the house Let your light so shine Read Matthew 5 17-20 - 51:02 Jesus speaks on His role in salvific history Did not come to abolish the law or the prophets (the Scriptures) Came to fulfill the law (In what sense) Jesus speaks truthfully - and prophetically Heaven and Earth will pass away, but until then Not one iota or dot (pen strokes or dots in the Jewish alphabet) of the law (does this relate back to the Law and Prophets in v17) The handling of the law until then Whoever relaxes one of the commandments (any of the 613) Righteousness associated with keeping the law? Your righteousness must exceed the scribes and Pharisees To enter the kingdom of heaven Read Matthew 5 21-26 - 1:03:26 Your understanding is … But to live to righteousness you must understand … Jesus speaks to an item of the Decalogue (Ten Commandments) You shall not murder, and whoever murders is liable to judgment Jesus speaks to this - identifies the focus ‘But I say to you’ Everyone who is angry with his brother - is liable to judgment Whoever insults his brother - will be liable to the council (Sanhedrin) Whoever says ‘You Fool’ - will be liable to the hell of fire Situations of anger You need to pay your debts Read Matthew 5 27-30 - 1:11:55 Your understanding is … But live to righteousness you must understand Another Decalogue element - Adultery You shall not commit adultery Jesus “But I Say” Has already committed adultery, with her in his heart The seriousness of sin Your eye or your hand causes you to sin Read Matthew 5 31-32 - 1:18:03 Your understanding is … But to live to righteousness you must understand … Another law element (adultery)- Writ of Divorce (Deuteronomy 24:1-4) Whoever divorces his wife, let him give her a certificate of divorce Jesus “But I Say” The Exception is there, which allows/mandates divorce, but the sin is still there Adultery is there for anyone who divorces and remarries (apart from the exception) Read Matthew 5 33-37 - 1:23:52 Another law element - Pointing to the vows (oaths) or marriage? Jesus “But I say” No oath at all - no swearing to anything Yes is Yes and No is No Anything more than that comes form evil Read Matthew 5 38-42 - 1:29:25 Another law element - Retribution An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth (not given for vengeance) Jesus “But I Say” Do not resist the one who is evil They (evil one) slap you on the right cheek, turn to him the other They (evil one) sue you to take your tunic, give them your cloak They (evil one) force you one mile, go with them two Give to the one who begs from you Do not refuse the one who would borrow from you Read Matthew 5 43-48 - 1:39:55 You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy  Jesus “But I Say” Give common grace to all (sun, rain) You are meant to be different Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/night-in-kyoto License code: WDUZARYUHWMKKMU3

  3. Oct 14

    Matthew 4 - I'm Coming Out!!

    Season 6 Episode 4 – Matthew 4: I’m Coming Out!! Coming Up 0:00 A’ight So Boom 3:27 Read Matthew 4 1 - 7:01 Then  After Jesus’ Baptism His Father’s Approval of Him The Holy Spirit Descending on Him Jesus was led (passive) by the Holy spirit Into the wilderness (new beginnings?) Led by the Spirit, into the wilderness, to be tempted (tested) To be tempted by the devil Read Matthew 4 2-4 - 17:02 Jesus fasted for 40 days and 40 nights The God Man is Hungry (fully human) 40 days and 40 nights to represent Israel in the Wilderness (more like this one) 40 days and 40 nights to represent to rain associated with the great flood The tempter came to Him and spoke to Him (Jesus) Addresses Jesus as He is - The Son of God If (Since) you are the Son of God (this is true) Then turn these stones into bread - You are able to with no issue because of who you are and the ‘right’ to do this because of who you are Jesus responds It is Written - Captured in Scripture Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God Read  Matthew 4 5-7 - 28:02 Luke reorders this, not sure why - The 3rd Temptation in Luke Then the devil took him to pinnacle of the temple in the holy city (Jerusalem) Same formula (If (since) you are the Son of God …) Throw Yourself down This time cites Scripture  Issue with this is the application  Psalm 91 about the protection of the LORD (YHWH) God (Elohim)  Almighty (Shaddai) Most High (Elyon) Which is yours through entrusting Him as your Fortress, Refuge and Shelter Jesus’ Response - It is Written Do not Test God (the one you trust) Read Matthew 4 8-11 - 44:10 The devil took Jesus to a VERY high  mountain (may really be talking to a vantage point of all the kingdoms) Showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory The Slanderer gives the ultimatum (worship me, I will give you) The Devil/Evil One/ is the Prince of the Power of the Air Has some control on earth, NOT ultimate authority though (Job, Garden, David (incited the census)) Jesus’ Response - It is Written Be Gone Satanj  Worship only due to God. There are no shortcuts, the authority would not be the authority that Jesus came for and would finally receive (all authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me Matt 28 18) The devil left Him as commanded Angels Came and were ministering to Jesus Matthew 4 12-17 - 53:42 Timing between Jesus and John the Baptist (immediacy is not implied in Matthews Gospel) John the Baptist was arrested and Jesus heard this Implies this was done as a changing of the guard (so to the same words that the Immerser said speak) - Provides a different context for the  This fulfilled prophecy spoken by Isaiah Know time for Jesus to start His ministry - Same Words different context (what it means when John the Baptist says it, vs. Jesus saying it (Comparison between Moses who prepared them vs. Joshua who led them in) Read Matthew 4 18-22 - 1:01:19 Jesus in his new home base, starts calling His disciples Immediately they left their nets and followed Jesus Going a little further calls two more disciples (brothers) Immediately they left their boat and their father and followed Jesus Read Matthew 4 23-25 - 1:09:33 Jesus goes through Galilee His fame spread throughout all Syria Great crowds followed him from Galilee and the Decapolis, from Jerusalem and Judea and beyond the Jordan (This is Gentiles and Hebrews) Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/night-in-kyoto License code: WDUZARYUHWMKKMU3

  4. Oct 7

    Matthew 3 - Heeerrreee's Johnny!!

    Season 6 Episode 3 – Matthew 3: Here’ssssssss Johnny!! Coming Up 0:00 A’ight So Boom 3:50 Read Matthew 3 1-6 - 7:47 John the Baptist Preparing the way Came Preaching from the Wilderness of Judea The Wilderness Associates John with other Prophets The Wilderness is Associated with New Beginnings in Israel 3 A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.   The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2025), Is 40:3. His Message What to do - Repent (Turn) Why to do it - Kingdom of heaven is at hand (God’s promised reign is beginning) His Description a Rugged Man His Clothing - garment of camel’s hair Leather Belt Ate Locusts and Wild Honey The People Came Jerusalem and Judea and Region about the Jordan They were being baptized in the river Jordan They were confessing their sins 6 “Speak to the people of Israel, When a man or woman commits any of the sins that people commit by breaking faith with the Lord, and that person realizes his guilt,  7 he shall confess his sin that he has committed. And he shall make full restitution for his wrong, adding a fifth to it and giving it to him to whom he did the wrong.   The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2025), Nu 5:6–7.  Read Matthew 3 7-12 - 26:34 We meet some people Pharisees (probably the Scribes from before) Sadducees (Another Jewish sect) Essenes are also a sect of that time (I believe) John Recognizes these groups Called them vipers Notes that they are under the wrath to come Tells them to Bear Fruit in keeping with repentance Calls them out Thinking you are gaining something by relation to Abraham God raises up children from whom he wills (even stones) The wrath is on the brink Trees that do not bear good fruit  Cut Down Thrown into the Fire Puts in perspective the Baptism that he is doing Baptism with Water vs. Baptism with Holy Spirit and Fire The one to come is greater than John the Baptist Will be the judge Separates the Wheat and Chaff Clears the winnowing Floor Gathers his Wheat Burns the chaff (unquenchable fire) Read Matthew 3 13-17 - 53:30 Jesus Steps onto the Scene Comes from home (Galilee) To the Jordan Looking to be Baptized John the Baptist is like Naw!! You should be baptizing me Cementing the statement about sandals unworthy to carry Jesus urges John to do so - There is a purpose Fulfill Righteousness It was done Jesus Came up Immediately from the water Behold The Heavens were opened to Him He saw the Spirit of God Descending like a dove Coming to rest on Him Behold A Voice saying “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased” Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/night-in-kyoto License code: WDUZARYUHWMKKMU3

  5. Sep 30

    Matthew 2 - There's a New King In Town!

    Season 6 Episode 2 – Matthew 2: There’s a New King in Town!! Coming Up 0:00 A’ight So Boom 3:56 Read Matthew 2 1-6 - 7:30 Still based in history (Now After, in the days of) Wise men Searching for the King of the Jews (Psalm 72:10-11 - came from the East with gifts for a King, Isaiah 60:3 - again kings coming to honor a king) 5 “Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and he shall reign as king and deal wisely, and shall execute justice and righteousness in the land.  The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2025), Je 23 5. Saw His Star 17 I see him, but not now; I behold him, but not near: a star shall come out of Jacob, and a scepter shall rise out of Israel; it shall crush the forehead of Moab and break down all the sons of Sheth.   The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2025), Nu 24 17. They Came From the East  Came to Jerusalem  Come to Worship Him Asking Where Herod’s Response (Not wanting to give up his throne?) Known as a very bad, violent king (check this) He was troubled (inward turmoil, unsettled, disturbed), all Jerusalem with him Called the SMEs (Priests and Scribes) SMEs consisted of Chief Priests - The Representation of God to the people Scribes probably Pharisees - Experts of the law They were asked where the ‘Christ’ is to be born (Christ and King of the Jews used interchangeably The Response was In Bethlehem of Judea Cites Micah 5 2 and 2 Samuel 5 2 Read Matthew 2 7-12 - 24:55 Herod Start his Scheming When the star appeared (how old is the child) Summoned in Secret (hmm?) Sent them to search Bring word back That he may worship the King also (yeah right) They See the King of Israel The Star Went Before them and came to rest (guided them) The Place where the child was They rejoiced (verb) with joy (noun) greatly when they saw the star They reached the child, fell down, worshipped (child not baby) They brought treasure with them, to offer Gold Frankincense Myrhh 10 May the kings of Tarshish and of the coastlands render him tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba bring gifts!  11 May all kings fall down before him, all nations serve him!   The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2025), Ps 72 10–11. Warned in a dream not to return to Herod, 3rd Dream no angel this time Read Matthew 2 13-18 - 47:19 Joseph Warned An angel of the LORD In a Dream Flee to Egypt  Remain until I tell you Tells him why - to protect the child Joseph again was obedient Took them (the child and his mother) by night (apporx. 75 miles) Remained until Herod’s death Fulfilled Prophecy (Out of Egypt I called my son) Herod’s anger kindled The nerve to be ‘tricked’ Had all the male children killed (2 and under) in the region Found out quickly Bethlehem only 5 miles from Jerusalem Fulfilled Prophecy - A painful and hurtful act towards all the women whose children were killed (cites Jer. 33 15) This is a contested passage in Matthew Quote may speak to the hope that eventually comes from being exiled More completed view of Jer 33, notes the new covenant and this ultimately points to Jesus Read Matthew 2 19-23 - 58:58 Herod died - his sons take over (Archelus, Antipas, Philip) Angel in a Dream to Joseph again - 4th Dream - 3rd angel of the Lord Go to Israel The child is safe Joseph did as he was told (old hat by now) Until he heard who was in power (Archelus - ruthless) He went to Galilee This even fulfilled prophecy Nazarene associated with the low beginning, not signaling the kingdom with pomp as earthly kings would do Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/night-in-kyoto License code: WDUZARYUHWMKKMU3

  6. Sep 23

    Matthew 1 - His Name is Jesus!!

    Season 6 Episode 1 – Matthew 1: His Name is Jesus!! Coming Up 0:00 Intro 0:00 Read Matthew 1 1 - 3:59 The Book of Genealogy of Jesus Christ - Remind you of Something Christ points to Old Testament Fulfillment The colorless translation “Jesus Christ” here and in v. 18 in many English versions does not do justice to the excitement in Matthew’s introduction of Jesus under the powerfully evocative title “Messiah,” the long-awaited deliverer of God’s people, in whom their history has now come to its climax  R. T. France, The Gospel of Matthew, The New International Commentary on the New Testament (Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publication Co., 2007), 34–35. The Son of David Alludes to the Covenant Promise (2 Sam 17 12-16) The Son of Abraham Alludes to the Covenant Promise (Gen 12 1-3) On “The Book of the Genealogy of Christ …”  It shows that the period of preparation is now complete, and that the stage is set for the dawning of the time of fulfillment in the coming of the promised Messiah.  R. T. France, The Gospel of Matthew, The New International Commentary on the New Testament (Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publication Co., 2007), 29. Read Matthew 1 2-6a - 12:06 Abraham through David Roughly 400 year period Not everyone listed Major people called out (to Israel) Abraham, Isaac and Jacob Judah Mention of Tamar - Hiding Nothing Mention of Perez and Zerah, but continues with Perez (Hiding Nothing) Not much know about the others until we get to Boaz Note the Mention of Rahab who is  not of Israel (Canaanite?) Note the Mention of Ruth who is not of Israel (Moabite) Women included, non Israelites mentioned, contributed to the line of Jesus the Christ Land on David the King Read Matthew 1 6b-11 - 27:59 David the King The Wife of Uriah though Why is Matthew including all these women Not of Israel Precarious situations Some with Egregious sins Not all males Good and Evil Kings Mentioned in the Genealogy Mentioned through the Deportation to Babylon Jechoniah and His Brothers Brothers may represent the other King at the Deportation Brothers may represent all of Judah at the Deportation The Line continues through Jechoniah, though Read Matthew 1 12-17 - 37:56 We are now in the Deportation of Judah Shealtial and Zerubabbel maybe through Levirite Marriage (Pedaiah) We see Joseph, not the wording ‘Father of’ as in the others Joseph the husband of Mary Jesus was born of mary Called Christ (Title or Nah?) In this Genealogy we get three sets of 14 Not sure why fourteen Not sure why three sets Read Matthew 1 18-25 - 55:12 Jesus  Christ’s birth happened in this way History - Takes place in history (past tense) Introduced to Mary Mother of Jesus Christ (His mother) Betrothed to Joseph (legally binding, adultery can be committed) Was not intimate with Joseph Was found (eureka) to be with child Child is from the Holy spirit Introduced to Joseph Called Mary’s husband A Just man and … Not wishing/desiring to shame Resolved to Divorce her quietly Introduced to What is Happening An angel of the Lord (not the) appeared to Joseph in a dream Joseph is identified as a Son of David (Genealogy) Do not be scared to take Mary as your wife Let’s Joseph know what we already know Angel tells what will happen She will bear a son You will call his name Jesus What is in store for this sone He will save his people form their sins (what is in a name) Fulfilling Prophecy (son born of a virgin) Joseph did as the angle of the LORD commanded Did not “know” his wife until she gave birth Joseph called His name Jesus Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/night-in-kyoto License code: WDUZARYUHWMKKMU3

  7. Jun 17

    Genesis 24-36 - The Recap!!

    Season 5 Episode 14 – Genesis 24 - 36 - The Recap!! Coming Up! - 0:00 Intro - 3:43 A’ight So Boom! - 4:17 Why did Laban eagerly run to meet Abraham’s servant at the well? - 6:34 A. He recognized Abraham’s family seal B. He heard the servant speak of visions C. He saw the jewelry given to Rebekah D. He feared the servant was Egyptian royalty 2. What oath did Jacob require from Esau before giving him bread and stew? - 8:38 A. An oath of servitude B. A covenant sacrifice C. An oath selling the birthright D. A pledge before Isaac 3. Which specific promise did God reaffirm to Isaac during the famine? - 9:09 A. Kings would descend from him B. His descendants would inherit Canaan and bless the nations C. He would never leave the land D. He would conquer Egypt 4. What caused Abimelech to realize Rebekah was Isaac’s wife rather than his sister? - 10:38 A. Isaac called her his wife publicly B. Rebekah confessed the truth C. Abimelech saw Isaac “laughing with” Rebekah D. God warned Abimelech in a dream   5. What food did Jacob prepare to deceive Isaac? - 12:06 A. Bread and wine B. Roasted lamb and herbs C. Savory food from young goats D. Lentil stew   6. What was the primary blessing Isaac unknowingly gave Jacob? - 15:06 A. Military victory over Egypt B. Dominion, prosperity, and covenant authority C. Priesthood rights only D. Ownership of Abraham’s wells   7. What vow did Jacob make at Bethel after his dream? - 18:21 A. To return immediately to Canaan B. To build an altar yearly C. That the LORD would be his God if brought back safely D. To never marry outside his family   8. Why were Leah’s eyes specifically mentioned in contrast to Rachel? - 20:34 A. Leah was blind B. Leah’s appearance contrasted Rachel’s beauty C. Leah had diseased eyes D. Leah wore a bridal veil constantly 9. Which sons of Jacob were born to Rachel’s servant Bilhah? - 23:17 A. Gad and Asher B. Dan and Naphtali C. Issachar and Zebulun D. Joseph and Benjamin   10. What object did Rachel hide while sitting on the camel saddle? - 25:37 A. Jacob’s blessing B. Household idols (teraphim) C. Silver coins from Laban D. Covenant tablets   11. Why did Jacob limp after wrestling with the man at Peniel? - 27:22 A. His ankle was broken B. His thigh socket was touched C. He fell onto stones during the struggle D. An angel struck him with a rod   12. What covenant sign did Simeon and Levi use deceptively against the men of Shechem? - 28:20 A. Burnt offerings B. Nazarite vows C. Circumcision D. Passover observance Genesis 24 - My Girl, My Girl, My Girl!! - 33:43 Genesis 25 : On to the Next One! - 35:45 Genesis 26: Deja Vu! - 41:57 Genesis 27:  Stolen Blessings!! - 45:04 Genesis 28 : Chutes and Ladders!! - 50:37 Genesis 29 : The Old Switcheroo!! - 54:07 Genesis 30 : Fool Me Once …!! - 1:00:33 Genesis 31: Let’s get out of here! - 1:07:07 Genesis 32: Wrestling with My Past (and God) - 1:13:27 Genesis 33 : Time Heals all Wounds?!! - 1:18:36 Genesis 34 - Just Leave me Alone!! - 1:25:52 Genesis 35 - Return of the … Jacob!! (Oh my God!) - 1:35:41 Genesis 36 - Red Hairy Man’s Chronicles!! - 1:45:28 Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/night-in-kyoto License code: WDUZARYUHWMKKMU3

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We believe that the Bible is the written word of God. However, there is an idea that scripture can be understood and applied based on who is reading it. With this podcast we want to dig deeper into Bible stories and understand what the Scriptures meant to the audience of that time and what it means to us now as XYZers. We say XYZers because the host of this podcast are Chris (Gen X), Moyo (Gen Y) and Jasmine (Gen Z). Each host is at a different place in their walk with Christ but all have a desire to grow closer to God by understanding the words He's already laid out for us.