Best The Portrait Paradigm Podcasts (2025)

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Paradigm Shift 4:34

2d ago4:34

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Take a moment, and make a list, of all those things that, at one time were such a common part of lives that it seemed hard to even imagine a world without them. Now listen to the list of things in Revelation that John tells us will one day no longer exist. The day is coming soon when all of these, which we mistakenly assume to simply be a part of l…

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Our Shepherd's Strong Grip 4:33

3d ago4:33

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Our Savior’s description of the the Good Shepherd is more than a sentimental image. Our Savior’s rescue, and His strong grip, with which He holds you, is real. There's tremendous comfort in hearing that nothing can snatch us from it.

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The Big Reveal 4:34

7d ago4:34

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When you hear how the leaders in Jerusalem grilled Jesus you would think that our Savior was trying to be hide who is was. But that wasn’t the case at all. However, as a result of the salvation that you and I now have in Him, there is a day approaching in which there will be a wonderful "big reveal."…

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This Portrait Eclipses the Rest 4:34

9d ago4:34

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What is the most important and influential photograph of all time? Over the years a number of lists have been made of photos that fit this description. And chances are got that you’ve seem most or all of them. However, as amazing as these images are, they find themselves eclipsed by the panorama that John presents to us here in Revelation.…

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Jesus Lives … with You! 4:34

12d ago4:34

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While they were fishing and waiting to see Jesus, the disciples weren’t expecting that He was there – and with them. John simply tells us that “Early in the morning, Jesus stood on the shore, but the disciples did not realize that it was Jesus.” And while you and I go about our busy days, our risen Savior wants you to know He is here – and with you…

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I'm a What? 4:34

14d ago4:34

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It’s tempting to feel insignificant and overlooked in a world which takes little notice of Christians. So, living in a culture that grows ever more hostile to Christ, it's shocking to hear the announcement was made to John in this passage. And it’s one that applies to you as well. Jesus Himself tells us that we’re a kingdom! And you and I have been…

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Called to Faith and Blessed to Serve 4:34

16d ago4:34

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Today’s Christians are often short-changed. They’re being robbed as they miss out a remarkable blessing. Think of how often you hear how this new life is described as "the easy life" and collecting riches. It’s a far cry from the suffering and sacrifice that God described for Paul. But you can be sure that the apostle wouldn’t have it any other way…

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Not Piffle, But Proclamation 4:35

19d ago4:35

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Shortly before the soldiers came to arrest Jesus, our Savior prayed for the disciples saying: “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in Me through their message.” In Acts, we hear how the apostles continued to proclaim this message. And what they shared was far from piffle.…

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The Hand on Your Shoulder 4:34

21d ago4:34

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Are you afraid? If you are, you’re not alone. In recent weeks a number of polls have indicated a growing sense of fear across the country. Now, consider the fears that John faced. It’s into the midst of all of this that John was given a vision of our risen Savior in heaven. Instead of the familiar face of Jesus, who appeared before the disciples on…

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Joy That Need Not Wait 4:35

23d ago4:35

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On Easter morning, the disciples missed out on hours of joy that could have been their’s when they failed to believe what the women had told them. And Thomas missed out on a full week of joy when He didn't believe what the disciples had told him – that Jesus had risen! Thankfully, you and I don't have to wait. The Good News of our Savior's resurrec…

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Sounds Like Nonsense 4:33

26d ago4:33

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It must have been a little frustrating for the women to be treated this condescendingly when they shared the good news of our Savior's resurrection. And that’s probably an accurate description of what you and I may experience when we share it with our family, friends and loved ones. But that doesn’t mean that the Good News of Easter isn’t true. Tak…

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Dear Friends, You Know ... 4:34

28d ago4:34

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You can be sure that the women had a long list of things they needed to accomplish on Easter morning. Wake up just before the crack of dawn, gather the team, collect up the spices, and make their way to the tomb. But then it dawned on them. They had left one thing off the list: “Who will roll the stone away from the entrance of the tomb?” But, in t…

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Easter's Empty Tomb, Not Empty Promises 4:33

30d ago4:33

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As you hear again the wonderful announcement of Easter morning, be careful not to fill up on empty promises. There are a lot of sugar-coated, empty promises that get squeezed into the season. What the women were confronted with on Easter morning was not a basket of empty promises, but an empty tomb – and the fulfillment of God’s promise of everlast…

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Whose Pain Do We Ponder? 4:34

1M ago4:34

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Amidst the many details, surrounding the events of our Savior’s Passion, God made sure to include one that we may easily overlook. And it's particularly useful as we sit down to hear of our Lord's suffering and death, whether at home in our devotions or at worship, on this Good Friday.

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Joy ... During Holy Week? 4:34

1M ago4:34

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Does it seem hard to have thoughts of “joy” during Holy Week? Does it feel “out of place”? Holy Week is certainly a solemn time as you and I reflect on the pain, suffering and death which Jesus faced on our behalf. And there’s good reason that a hush descends upon our worship services. But it would be a mistake to conclude that there is no room for…

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What an Entrance! 4:34

1M ago4:34

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When it comes to the events of Palm Sunday, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, have all recorded, with great detail, Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem. And it’s worth knowing that what makes it memorable is the care that went into it, the visual spectacle it created, and the unmistakable statement He was careful to make. However, it's not the entrance of a…

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Fish Friday: Fuming Jonah 4:35

1M ago4:35

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With such astounding results you might imagine that Jonah would be doing cartwheels! The people of Nineveh, to who he was sent, repented. However, instead seeing him celebrate, the prophet was disappointed and upset. Why would God forgive His enemies? However, taking a closer look at this question will go along way in helping us understand, and cel…

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Christ, The Capstone 4:34

1M ago4:34

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Here in Luke, Jesus quoted Psalm 118, "The stone the builders rejected has become the capstone." In Jesus’ day the chief priests and the teachers of the law rejected Him. Many of their reasons for rejecting Him are the same reasons people have for rejecting Him today. However, God Himself has carried off the work of your salvation with perfect plan…

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Reruns 4:34

1M ago4:34

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Reruns. They’re the repeats, or rebroadcasts, of television episodes that have already been aired in the past. Some reruns are cherished favorites. Others are almost too painful to watch. Well, it may surprise you to learn that the apostle Paul knew a thing or two about reruns. And God wants you to know something important about them, too.…

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Fish Friday: Fear of Success Jonah 4:34

2M ago4:34

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It’s not surprising that Jonah panicked and fled when God called him to be His prophet to the people of Nineveh However, the prophet was confronted with a number of different fears as he considered this calling. Surprisingly, one of his fears was ... the fear of success.

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It Sounds Too Good ... But it's True! 4:33

2M ago4:33

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I’m sure that you’ve heard the phrase, “If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” You and I are surrounded by so many schemes and scams these days that we cannot help but raise an eyebrow when what we’re promised is so much more than we should expect to receive. There must be a catch. There must be hidden drawbacks. So, put yourself…

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Replacing Resentment 4:35

2M ago4:35

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Resentment is a powerful emotion. It’s easy to hate those who have harmed you. It’s hard not to be bitter when you’ve been betrayed. So when Paul says, "So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view," it may sound difficult, even impossible. You may be thinking, “I don’t have that kind of strength.” And you’re right. But the apostle …

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Fish Friday: Fish Food Jonah 4:34

2M ago4:34

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It’s Fish Friday here at Life this Side of Heaven. No, we’re not enjoying a fish feed today, but we are taking a look at Jonah, the prophet who found himself fed to a fish. And while you might think that this was because God was sizzling with anger toward Jonah, a closer look will reveal that He served up a remarkable rescue. And our Savior pointed…

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Worse Sinners Than Others? 4:34

2M ago4:34

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Pointing to two catastrophes that would have made headlines in those days, Jesus gave voice to the question that many ask at times like these. However, as you look closely at this passage in Luke, Jesus doesn't answer that question. Instead, He points us to the important question we should be asking.…

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Surefooted and Standing Safe 4:35

2M ago4:35

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In 1 Corinthians, Paul described how the folks in Exodus, who had every spiritual blessing, stumbled into self-security when it came to temptation and fell into sin. The apostle directs our attention to these, not only as examples, but also as a reminder to the sure-footing we have in Christ.

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Fish Friday: Fugitive Jonah 4:34

2M ago4:34

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It’s Fish Friday here at Life this Side of Heaven. No, we’re not having a run on tasty fried fish, but we are taking a look at Jonah, the prophet who tried to run from God. When God told this prophet to get up and go, he got up and went – in the opposite direction and as fast as his feet could carry him. Sometimes, we may also ourselves running fro…

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Gathered and Safe in His Care 4:33

2M ago4:33

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A few years ago students at Le Gros Chêne, an agricultural school in Brittany, France, make a shocking discovery. On their morning rounds to check on the chickens they found a fox in one of the coops. However, the outcome is not what you would expect. Jesus reminds us that, like a mother hen who gathers her chicks under her wing, we have a Savior w…

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A Fox in the Henhouse 4:34

2M ago4:34

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“There’s a fox in the henhouse!” If you hear that phrase you know that it’s describing a situation that’s ominous. Despite the treachery of the Pharisees, and their feigned warning to Jesus to avoid Jerusalem for His safety, Jesus did not let anything deter Him from His appointment with the cross. Wait until you hear the reason why!…

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Fish Friday: Fearful Jonah 4:34

2M ago4:34

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It’s "Fish Friday" here at Life This Side of Heaven. No, we're not sizzling fish but we are taking a look at the prophet who felt like he had been dropped into a deep fryer. Consider the fearful prospect of what he was facing.

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Thwarting the Thief 4:35

2M ago4:35

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Last June the police department in Alhambra, California, just outside of Los Angelos, alerted residents to a potential danger lurking in their midst. It's a method now being used by thieves to discover "an opportune time" to burglarize homes and steal. Luke also uses this phrase to describe how the devil operates. In John, our Savior describes the …

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Jesus is Lord! That’s Saying a Lot! 4:35

2M ago4:35

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It’s only three words but what a confession they make! Jesus is Lord! It’s been said that this phrase is seen as being bold, aggressive and even “in your face.” And in many ways, it is. However, as Paul points out, it’s even better when it’s in our hearts in our confessed with our mouth.

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Fish Friday: Let's Meet Jonah 4:35

2M ago4:35

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Welcome! It’s “Fish Friday” here at Life This Side of Heaven. No, we’re not frying up battered fish but we are going to take a look at the life of a battered prophet – Jonah. What God serves up for us in this book is more that we might imagine.

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A Handy Smudge 4:34

3M ago4:34

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Today is Ash Wednesday. It marks the first day of the season of Lent leading up to the celebration of Easter. It’s that unusual annual observance which includes lining up to receive a smudge of ashes on your forehead. If someone asks you what it's all about, you could tell them that having ashes smudged on your forehead this day, in the shape of a …

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There Will Never Be Another ... 4:34

3M ago4:34

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Whenever a sports star retires writers often insist that there will never another one like them. That almost sounds like what we hear about Moses here in Deuteronomy. It would certainly have seemed unlikely that one would ever eclipse what God accomplished through him. But even Moses knew that One would come who was far greater. In fact, through fa…

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Rage Bait 4:33

3M ago4:33

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Have you ever read something on social media, or watched a video online, that makes your blood boil with anger? It may have been a controversial opinion, a polarizing political statement, an offensive situation, or even a question that leaves you so incensed that you feel it necessitates a heated response. What would you say if you discovered that …

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Not By Biohacking, But By His Grace 4:33

3M ago4:33

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Everyone dies. However, that doesn’t mean great effort has not been expended to change that. Ongoing medical advances have led to a proliferation of "biohackers," or longevity optimists, and some who even believe that death is an option. Other experts would debate that conclusion. However, what Paul reveals here in 1 Corinthians, really blows the t…

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Musty Mummies, Living Savior 4:34

3M ago4:34

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It’s remarkable to think that you can see the mummy of Pharaoh Thutmoses II whose burial chamber was discovered just this past week. But on the day of the resurrection you will see something far more amazing – the smiling face of your living Savior.

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Blessed Are You 4:34

3M ago4:34

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Would you describe yourself as “blessed”? It’s tempting to equate being blessed with with being wealthy ... or even happy. But listen instead to how our Savior turns these misunderstandings on their head.

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Breaking News 4:34

3M ago4:34

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"Breaking News" is the term that even cable news outlets admit has been overused in an effort to get our attention. However, when Paul described the news he was about to announce "as of first importance," he used this pivotal phrase to indicate that what came next has changed everything going forward. Here's news that does not simply impact our lif…

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I Pity the Fool! 4:34

3M ago4:34

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"I pity the fool!" Do you recognize that line? It was made famous in a boxing movie and became a familiar catchphrase. Here in Jeremiah, the prophet says something similar. However, the one Jeremiah is describing, may surprise you. It’s a great wake up call for you and me to check and see if our trust has been displaced from trust in God to trust i…

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Bring'em in Alive! 4:35

3M ago4:35

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“Remember, I want him alive!” Chances are good that if you’ve ever watched a police drama on television, a classic western movie, then you’ve heard this familiar line. And, as Peter discovered, this is also true of our Savior who has come to bring us life and share this good news with others.

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There's Nothing Worse Than ... 4:33

3M ago4:33

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“There’s nothing worse than …” How would you finish that sentence? It might depend on your level of affluence, your money, wealth and resources. And the more familiar we are with the folks around us, the easier it is to complain about God's blessings and the people in our lives. But the apostle encourages to step back and take in the big picture.…

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You've Got Something on Your Lip 4:35

3M ago4:35

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“You’ve got something on your lip.” There’s that awkward phrase you might hear when someone points out that you've got a bit of food stuck to your lip. It's especially embarrassing if you make this discovery in the presence of someone important, like your date! But listen to what our loving God did for Isaiah when confronted with the much more terr…

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Here's the Cure! 4:34

3M ago4:34

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Luke's description of events that took place when Jesus was in Capernaum sound like random symptoms of life in this fallen world. However, there's one thread that ties each of these episodes together. Our Savior has come, the cure for this broken world and our sin-infected lives has arrived!

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Love Never Fails ... Really? 4:33

3M ago4:33

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Wait a minute! Love never fails? What’s Paul talking about? If you’ve ever experienced a broken heart, or suffered through a divorce, it may be difficult to hear this portion of Scripture. With Valentine’s Day coming up next week, just seeing all those roses in the stores may also be a painful reminder of unmet hopes and dreams. However, if that’s …

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Chew on This 4:34

4M ago4:34

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Here in Jeremiah, we hear what took place when God called Him to be a prophet. He says, “The LORD, then, reached out His hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “Now, I have put My words in your mouth.” Now, at first, wouldn’t it seem to make more sense if God had said, “I have put My words in your _ear”? _ But there’s a reason God said it in thi…

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Welcome News from Your Physician 4:34

4M ago4:34

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Jesus had some tough news to deliver in the synagogue in Nazareth. Just as in medicine, though, there’s no getting help for a condition we refuse acknowledge. However, we we do, He also has overwhelmingly Good News for us to hear.

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Making Sense of God's Gifts 4:34

4M ago4:34

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Here in 1 Corinthians, Paul describes the great diversity of people the Holy Spirit gathers into our Savior’s church and the range of gifts He gives to each of them. However, this amazing variety isn’t always fully appreciated or understood. What the apostle says next changes how we see one another and put these gifts to good use.…

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Reverence and Joy 4:34

4M ago4:34

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Worship is joyful! And I mean really joyful. If it’s not, then something’s missing. And there are any number of reasons for why that might be. In some cases, there seems to be a tug-of-war between those who think of joy and reverence as being mutually exclusive. But take look at this passage from Nehemiah for a better example of why reverence and j…

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Why Wine at a Wedding? 4:34

4M ago4:34

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This was a truly momentous occasion. Three big things took place at a small wedding. John describes the circumstances under which Jesus gifted a young couple with about 150 gallons of fine wine. And then we hear “This, the first of his miraculous signs, Jesus performed at Cana in Galilee. He thus revealed His glory, and His disciples put their fait…

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