In this conversation, Nathan and Shawn discuss the final week of reading for the 13 Week Bible, beginning with First Corinthians and continuing through Revelation. They explore themes such as the ministry of reconciliation, loving radically, and the transformative power of the gospel. They also highlight the importance of knowing Jesus and putting on love. The conversation emphasizes the cosmic context of Ephesians and the supremacy of Christ in Colossians. They conclude by discussing the resurrection and return of Jesus in First Thessalonians. This conversation methodically reviews the New Testament books in this section, highlighting key themes and messages. The range of topics, includes prayer, rejoicing, warning against counteracting the gospel, teaching sound doctrine, defending ministry, and living in God's love. The conversation also touches on the enigmatic book of Revelation and its portrayal of the struggle between good and evil. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of faith accompanied by good works and the ultimate goal of living in a sustainable society defined by love.

• The ministry of reconciliation involves loving radically and reconciling with others.
• Knowing Jesus and putting on love are central themes in the New Testament.
• The transformative power of the gospel is emphasized in various books.
• The cosmic context and the supremacy of Christ are highlighted in Ephesians and Colossians.
• Prayer and rejoicing are important aspects of the Christian life.
• The New Testament warns against those who try to counteract the gospel.
• Teaching sound doctrine and defending ministry are crucial for church leaders.
• Living in God's love and demonstrating good works are essential for believers.
• The book of Revelation is enigmatic and points to a future reality.

In this conversation, Nathan and Shawn discuss the rest of Luke, beginning with chapter 21, along with John, Acts, Romans, and 1 Corinthians as the preview the 12th week of reading in this 13-week journey through Scripture. They highlight key themes and stories, such as the unique stories in Luke and John, unique moments in the ministry of Jesus, especially the radical love and acceptance he demonstrated, as well as the birth of the early church in Acts. They also explore the theological teachings in both Romans and 1 Corinthians. They also touch on the ethical program in the Gospels and Paul's letters. The conversation provides insights into the significance of these books and their relevance to the Christian faith in this rapid journey through Scripture.

• The books of Luke, John, Acts, Romans, and 1 Corinthians contain unique stories and teachings that contribute to the overall narrative of the Bible.
• The Gospels of Luke and John offer different perspectives on the life and ministry of Jesus, emphasizing themes such as love, truth, and the divinity of Christ.
• Acts provides a historical account of the early church and the spread of the gospel to the Gentiles.
• Romans delves into theological concepts and addresses practical issues within the early Christian communities.
• The ethical teachings in the Gospels and Paul's letters complement the theological teachings, emphasizing the importance of love, reconciliation, and living out the gospel in daily life.

00:00 Introduction and Reflections

01:00 Previewing the Rest of Luke

03:33 Unique Stories in Luke and John

04:03 Themes in the Book of Luke

05:07 The Gospel of John

06:25 The Theology of John

07:29 Key Themes in John

08:27 Individual Ministry in John

09:12 The Final Week of Jesus in John

10:38 Unique Stories in John

11:33 The Road to Emmaus in Luke

13:11 Jesus' Ministry to Individuals

13:56 Radical Love and Acceptance

15:25 The Story of the Woman Caught in Adultery

16:31 Extended Conversations in John

19:12 Relational Objectives in John

20:28 The Book of Acts

22:42 The Birth of the Church in Acts

23:41 The Call of Saul and the Jerusalem Council

24:28 The Shift to the Gentiles in Acts

25:22 The Ethical Program in Acts

26:19 The Book of Romans

27:40 The Theology of Romans

28:29 Practical Letters in Paul's Epistles

29:27 Interpreting the Jesus Story in Romans

30:26 The Distinction Between Gospels and Paul's Letters

31:56 Key Chapters in 1 Corinthians

34:07 The Theological Teaching in Romans

35:05 Engaging the Pre-Jesus Hebrew Prophets in Romans

36:09 Ethical Program in the Gospels and Paul's Letters

37:31 The Great Love Chapter in 1 Corinthians

39:34 The Resurrection in 1 Corinthians

In this episode, Nathan and Shawn preview the rest of Zechariah and the books of Malachi, Matthew, Mark, and Luke. They discuss the theme of reconciliation in the Jesus story, emphasizing the importance of love and peacemaking. They also explore the continuity and building of the story throughout the Bible, highlighting the divine-human journey found in Scripture. The hosts provide insights on approaching the Gospels, understanding the historical context, and recognizing the purpose of the Gospel accounts.

In this conversation, Shawn and Nathan discuss various themes and stories in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. They highlight favorite parables and sayings in Matthew, the portrayal of Jesus as the new Israel and new Moses, the significance of the Sermon on the Mount, and the counterintuitive teachings of Jesus. They also discuss the Olivet Discourse and the test of love, the brevity and immediate action in the Gospel of Mark, the historian perspective and Jesus eating with sinners in the Gospel of Luke, and the powerful parable of the lost son in Luke 15. The conversation concludes with a mention of the final week of Jesus in Luke.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:48 Previewing Zechariah to Luke 20

02:24 Continuing the Jesus Story

03:01 The Book of Malachi

04:22 The Message of Reconciliation

06:03 Relational Reconciliation in the Jesus Story

07:01 Faith and Scripture as Relational Reconciliation

08:08 The Last Word in the Old Testament

09:03 The Jesus Story as a Continuation

10:20 The Continuity and Building of the Story

12:01 The Human Fingerprint in Scripture

13:49 Approaching the Gospels

21:30 Reading the Gospels with Freshness

23:56 The Unique Perspectives of the Gospel Authors

28:18 Recognizing the Purpose of the Gospel Accounts

29:19 The Final Week of Jesus' Ministry

30:13 Highlights of the Book of Matthew

30:26 Favorite Parables and Sayings in Matthew

32:24 Jesus as the New Israel and New Moses

34:09 The Sermon on the Mount

36:10 Reframing the Law and Changing the Heart

37:06 Counterintuitive Teachings of Jesus

38:33 The Olivet Discourse and the Test of Love

39:46 The Gospel of Mark: Brevity and Immediate Action

42:42 The Gospel of Luke: Historian and Eating with Sinners

52:46 The Parable of the Lost Son in Luke 15

56:37 The Final Week of Jesus in Luke