21 min
Luke 8 - Faith and Miracles The Bible in Small Steps
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Luke 8 - Faith and Miracles
In this episode, we dive into Luke 8, a pivotal chapter in the Gospel of Luke, where the inclusivity of Jesus’ ministry shines through, particularly in his interactions with women and his teaching through parables.
Women in Jesus’ Ministry: We explore the significant roles of women such as Joanna, Susanna, and Mary Magdalene who were not just followers but vital supporters of Jesus. Their inclusion highlights a radical departure from the societal norms of that time, where women held little to no public standing.
The Parable of the Sower: This parable is a cornerstone of Jesus’ teachings in Luke 8. It illustrates the different ways people receive and react to the Word of God, akin to seeds falling on various types of soil. The discussion will delve into the symbolic meanings of each type of soil and the broader implications for understanding faith and reception of spiritual teachings.
Miracle of Healing: The episode will cover the touching story of the woman with a bleeding disorder who, driven by faith, reaches out to touch Jesus’ garment. This act of faith not only leads to her healing but also serves as a powerful testament to the inclusivity of Jesus’ compassion and his defiance of social stigmas.
Calming the Storm: A detailed look at how Jesus calms the storm, demonstrating his mastery over nature and metaphorically, the storms within our own lives. This miracle provides profound insights into faith, fear, and the peace that faith in Jesus can bring into our lives.
The episode concludes with reflections on how the themes of Luke 8 encourage us to examine our own responses to faith and how we can apply these lessons in a modern context.
https://thebibleinsmallsteps.com/luke-8-faith-and-miracles/
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“Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language.”
Luke 8 - Faith and Miracles
In this episode, we dive into Luke 8, a pivotal chapter in the Gospel of Luke, where the inclusivity of Jesus’ ministry shines through, particularly in his interactions with women and his teaching through parables.
Women in Jesus’ Ministry: We explore the significant roles of women such as Joanna, Susanna, and Mary Magdalene who were not just followers but vital supporters of Jesus. Their inclusion highlights a radical departure from the societal norms of that time, where women held little to no public standing.
The Parable of the Sower: This parable is a cornerstone of Jesus’ teachings in Luke 8. It illustrates the different ways people receive and react to the Word of God, akin to seeds falling on various types of soil. The discussion will delve into the symbolic meanings of each type of soil and the broader implications for understanding faith and reception of spiritual teachings.
Miracle of Healing: The episode will cover the touching story of the woman with a bleeding disorder who, driven by faith, reaches out to touch Jesus’ garment. This act of faith not only leads to her healing but also serves as a powerful testament to the inclusivity of Jesus’ compassion and his defiance of social stigmas.
Calming the Storm: A detailed look at how Jesus calms the storm, demonstrating his mastery over nature and metaphorically, the storms within our own lives. This miracle provides profound insights into faith, fear, and the peace that faith in Jesus can bring into our lives.
The episode concludes with reflections on how the themes of Luke 8 encourage us to examine our own responses to faith and how we can apply these lessons in a modern context.
https://thebibleinsmallsteps.com/luke-8-faith-and-miracles/
Download blank templates, schedules here:
https://schmern2.notion.site/schmern2/The-Bible-in-Small-Steps-b99ab90118b3433bab73c488ef44d4d1
Logos RAMPS Workflow
https://flshare.net/p86nc4
Jill’s Links
https://affiliate.notion.so/NorthwoodsJill
https://affiliate.notion.so/NorthwoodsAI
https://www.youtube.com/@smallstepswithgodpodcast
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/smallstepspod
https://twitter.com/SmallStepsPod
Email the podcast at jill@smallstepswithgod.com
“Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language.”
21 min