The Life of Jesus: Series 2 - The beginning of Jesus’ ministry

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This series starts with sudden appearance and work of John the Baptist leading to the dramatic baptism of Jesus. Then follows the forty days Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness area. After this his public ministry starts and we trace some of the earliest events of that ministry as recorded by John.

Episodes

  1. 04/07/2020

    11. Samaritans believe in Jesus

    Faith comes to the Samaritans as a result of the woman's testimony. Jesus gives a mission masterclass. The analogy of sowing and reaping is explored. We can all be sowers.

    29 min

  2. 04/06/2020

    10. Jesus and the Samaritan woman

    Faith comes to the Samaritans as a result of the woman's testimony. Jesus gives a mission masterclass. The analogy of sowing and reaping is explored. We can all be sowers.

    30 min

  3. 04/05/2020

    9. John the Baptist explains about Jesus

    John the Baptist challenges Herod Antipas and is imprisoned. John's role is likened to a best man to the bridegroom, Jesus. John affirms Jesus' identity as God and man. Jesus has the Holy Spirit without limit whereas the whole Church, as a body, has the gifts.

    30 min

  4. 04/04/2020

    8. Jesus talks to Nicodemus

    Nicodemus, a Pharisee, seeks out Jesus. Jesus explains salvation as being born again. True Christianity is not about keeping rules but a change within.  Belief in Jesus involves trusting him. God gives eternal life through his mercy.

    30 min

  5. 04/03/2020

    7. Jesus’ first cleansing of the Jerusalem Temple

    The Passover feast is explained. The role of the Temple with its corrupt trading is challenged. Jesus is introducing the New Covenant in which sacrifices and the Temple are no longer necessary.

    29 min

  6. 04/02/2020

    6. Jesus turns water into wine

    At a village wedding in Cana the wine runs out. Jesus did not want to go public at that time but performs the miracle of water to wine, described by John as a sign. Marriage is endorsed. Teaching is given on alcohol.

    27 min

  7. 04/01/2020

    5. Jesus starts to call disciples

    Andrew, Simon and unnamed disciple transfer allegiance from John to Jesus. Simon is given name of Peter, the rock. Jesus returns to Galilee where Philip and Nathanael are called. They are spiritual seekers which we can be too.

    27 min

  8. 03/31/2020

    4. John the Baptist – the prophet of Jesus

    John's identity is questioned, reflecting views about Messiah. He calls Jesus 'the Lamb of God' referring to the Passover lamb in the Old Testament. Like John, we are to point others to Jesus. The episode ends in Revelation and the future role of the Lamb.

    31 min

  9. 03/30/2020

    3. Satan tempts Jesus in the desert

    Jesus spends 40 days in the desert. A biblical perspective of Satan is given. The 3 temptations are real but Jesus uses scripture, Holy Spirit and angels to overcome them. We have the same resources today.

    34 min

  10. 03/29/2020

    2. The baptism of Jesus

    John baptises Jesus which is the launch of his public ministry. God the Father speaks from heaven and the Holy Spirit comes in the form of a dove; each is involved in the mission. The place of baptism today is explored.

    31 min

  11. 03/12/2020

    1. The work of John the Baptist

    John, a prophet working near Jerusalem by the River Jordan. His message challenges people to repent and be baptised. He specifically challenges the wealthy, tax collectors and soldiers and points to the Messiah.

    28 min
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This series starts with sudden appearance and work of John the Baptist leading to the dramatic baptism of Jesus. Then follows the forty days Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness area. After this his public ministry starts and we trace some of the earliest events of that ministry as recorded by John.

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