Exploring Matthew 11-13: Parables, Teachings, and Miracles | New Testament in a Year Episode 5

In episode five of 'New Testament in a Year,' we delve into Matthew Chapters 11 through 13. We explore John the Baptist's messengers questioning Jesus, the warnings to unrepentant towns, and profound teachings on the Sabbath. Jesus shares numerous parables, including the Parables of the Sower, the Weeds among the Wheat, the Mustard Seed, and the Yeast. He emphasizes the significance of understanding these parables and the coming judgment at the end of the age. Join us as we reflect on these powerful lessons and pray for grace and righteousness.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:20 Matthew Chapter 11: Messengers from John the Baptist
01:04 Jesus' Testimony to John and Warnings to Unrepentant Towns
03:29 The Praise of the Father and Gentle Mastery of Christ
04:24 Matthew Chapter 12: Picking Grain on the Sabbath
05:21 The Man with the Withered Hand and the Chosen Servant
06:44 Jesus and Beelzebul: A House Divided
08:14 A Tree and Its Fruits and the Demand for a Sign
09:41 The Return of the Unclean Spirit and True Family of Jesus
10:42 Matthew Chapter 13: The Parable of the Sower
11:33 The Purpose of Parables and Explanation of the Sower
13:41 The Parable of the Weeds Among the Wheat
14:34 More Parables: Mustard Seed, Yeast, and Hidden Treasure
17:38 Rejection at Nazareth
18:17 Conclusion and Reflection

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Exploring Matthew 9-10

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New Testament in a Year: Key Teachings of Jesus (Matthew 6-8)

In episode three of 'New Testament in a Year,' we delve into Matthew chapters 6, 7, and 8. Key segments include Jesus' teachings on almsgiving, prayer, fasting, storing up treasures in heaven, and not serving two masters. We reflect on the importance of not worrying about daily needs, maintaining forgiveness, and avoiding judgment of others. Jesus' powerful healing stories, including the cleansing of a leper, healing of the Centurion's servant and Peter's mother-in-law, and calming the storm, are also highlighted. Join us for an insightful exploration of how these lessons can apply to our daily lives.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:17 Teachings on Almsgiving
00:56 Teachings on Prayer
01:34 The Lord's Prayer
02:11 Teachings on Fasting
02:40 Treasures in Heaven
03:35 Dependence on God
05:02 Judging Others
06:31 The Golden Rule
06:57 False Prophets
07:34 The True Disciple
08:54 Ministry and Mission in Galilee
09:28 The Healing of the Centurion's Servant
11:56 The Calming of the Storm
13:28 Conclusion and Reflections

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New Testament in a Year: Episode 2 - Matthew 4 & 5

Today, we dive into Matthew chapters 4 and 5, where we explore key events such as Jesus' temptation in the desert, the beginning of His Galilean ministry, the calling of His first disciples, the Sermon on the Mount, and His teachings on anger, lust, divorce, and love of enemies. Join us as we reflect on these profound passages and discover their relevance to our lives today. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:19 The Temptation of Jesus 01:49 Beginning of Galilean Ministry 02:34 The Call of the First Disciples 03:11 Ministering to the Great Multitude 03:43 The Sermon on the Mount 05:41 07:25 08:22 Teachings on Oaths and Retaliation 09:26 Love of Enemies 10:04 Conclusion and Reflections





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Bible in the year too much for ya? Me too. Join me as we do the New Testament in a year! 5 Chapters a week is so doable! Want to know Jesus better? Want to grow closer to him this year? This is a great way to do it!


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🎄✨Are you feeling the holiday stress? Discover how I went from chaos to calm, embracing the true spirit of Christmas. 🎄✨

In this episode, I reflect on my past stressful experiences with Christmas and how I used to focus on fulfilling everyone's needs and desires, which led to feelings of overwhelm. Over time, I have found peace and joy by prioritizing my relationship with Jesus and reordering their to-do list with His guidance. By realizing the gift we have in attending Mass and making Jesus the central and most critical aspect of celebrating Christmas, everything changed in my heart. Through scripture, get ready to be encouraged to give your Christmas plans to Jesus, to trust in God's plan, and to focus on loving God and others (IN THAT ORDER!) to achieve true joy during the holiday season.

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As Thanksgiving approaches, join me in some encouragement from an ancient Jewish book (Ben Sira) that was used to teach early Christians for those of us facing irritability, stress or frustration! Plus, what does it mean to be Godfearing? Should we want to possess "fear of the Lord"?

00:00 Introduction: A Challenging Day
00:24 Sharing Wisdom from Ancient Texts
01:55 Scripture Reading: Ben Sira
04:09 Understanding the Fear of the Lord
05:15 Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit
06:14 Closing Prayer


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Is Praying to Saints Christian? Understanding Intercession

In this episode, we dive into the topic of praying to saints and address common concerns about whether it aligns with Christian teachings. Using a unique biblical story where Jesus converses with Moses and Elijah, we explore the Catholic belief in the communion of saints. We clarify misconceptions about necromancy and idol worship, and explain the historical and scriptural basis for asking saints to intercede for us. Discover how this practice is not only deeply rooted in tradition but also enhances our understanding of community and holiness within the Catholic faith.

00:00 Introduction: Is it Christian to Pray to Saints?
00:07 Series Introduction: Things I Love About Being Catholic
00:20 Addressing Common Concerns About Praying to Saints
00:39 Biblical Story: Jesus and the Transfiguration
03:40 Understanding the Communion of Saints
04:55 Defining Prayer and Its Context
06:22 Historical Evidence of Praying to Saints
07:19 Conclusion: Embracing the Intercession of Saints

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