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Sweet Jesus
by Emil Gretarsson
Tired of all the drama in churches and religious institutions?Feel like Christians represent everything but the One they claim to?Ever wonder where Jesus is in all of this?Let's talk about Jesus and His Kingdom.
Episodes
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EP-199 | Faith Alone? Understanding the Sheep and the Goats (Matthew 25)
How do Lutherans read the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats? In Matthew 25:31-46, Jesus separates the righteous from the unrighteous based on their deeds. On the surface, this text can look like salvation by works.In this video, we dive into this passage from a Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod...
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You Don't Have to Be an Expert to Share Jesus | EP-214 (Ch.12)
“I'm not qualified to talk to people about Jesus.” Ever thought that? Here's the good news: You don't have to be. In Chapter 12 of Open ARMS: Connecting People to Jesus, we're talking about one of the biggest things keeping Christians from sharing their faith—the fear that we don't know enough,...
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It's A Matter of Trust (EP 211)
Be the Friend Jesus Has Been to You | Open ARMS Chapter 9 - ENGAGEEngage moves beyond simply common interests or the casual conversations we have with acquaintances. Engage is about developing credibility and trust, because who wants to have deep spiritual conversations with someone they don't...
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"What? You Too?!” How Common Ground Opens Doors for Jesus | Open ARMS Ch. 7 (EP-209)
How do you build a meaningful relationship with someone who doesn’t know Jesus—without making them feel like a project?Chapter 7 of Open ARMS: Connecting People to Jesus is all about BOND: finding the common ground that naturally brings people together.The Apostle Paul said, “I try to find common...
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The Missing Ingredient in Most Christians' Witness (EP 208)
What if the greatest evangelism strategy isn't a strategy at all?In this episode of the Open ARMS Podcast, we explore Chapter 6: "We're Relational to BLESS Others." In a world that prizes efficiency, productivity, and technology, God continues to accomplish His greatest work through ordinary…
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Is Time On Your Side? (EP-207)
What if the greatest obstacle keeping someone from Jesus... is us?In Chapter 5 of Open ARMS: Connecting People to Jesus, we explore a simple but life-changing truth: availability is really about allocation. Every one of us has exactly the same 168 hours each week. The question isn't whether we…
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Don't Be A Jerk! (EP-206)
What makes someone approachable enough that others actually want to talk, open up, and listen? In Chapter 4 of Open ARMS: Connecting People to Jesus, we explore the second part of being “Available” for God’s mission: becoming approachable. Jesus welcomed the weary, the hurting, the sick, the...
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The Joy of the Master (EP-197)
What does it actually mean to be a "good and faithful servant"? Join Emil and Scott for a deep dive into the Parable of the Talents. We discuss why everything we have is a gift from God, the importance of quality in our work, and how the grace of Jesus frees us from the fear of human...
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EP-170, Mother Mary and the Christmas Story
Join me and Scott as we take a look at the Christmas story and the angel Gabriel's visit to Mary. What does this have to teach us? How do we handle challenging tasks the Lord gives us? What are the things that really matter? Join us as we talk through this.
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Is Politics Your New Religion? | Healing the American Divide (EP-194)
Mike and Emil dive into the heart of political violence and dehumanizing rhetoric in America. We explore why Christians must stop treating politics like an idol and start engaging in their local communities with a focus on repentance and unity. Looking to take God's mission more seriously? Check...
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Is everything you've learned about the RAPTURE wrong TOO??? (EP 193)
In this video, we dive deep into the often-misunderstood "End Times" passages to uncover a biblical perspective that predates modern dispensationalism. For 1,800 years, the Church held a view of the second coming that looks nothing like the "secret rapture" popularized by John Nelson Darby in the...
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It's Always Darkest Before... || Jesus, Politics, and Despair (EP-192)
Why does politics leave so many people angry, anxious, and hopeless? In this episode, Emil and Mike discuss despair, division, tribalism, and why Jesus - not politics - is the true source of hope. A thoughtful conversation on faith, suffering, and peace in a polarized world.Looking to take God's...
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EP-191 The END is NEAR!
In this episode, we dive deep into Mark 13, one of the most debated and profound chapters in the New Testament. Often called the Olivet Discourse, this passage records Jesus' final major prophetic teaching delivered from the Mount of Olives.In this study, we explore:The Destruction of the Temple:...
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Seven Sayings that Changed the World (Ep-190)
What would you say with your final breath? In this episode of Sweet Jesus, we dive into the 'Seven Last Words' of Jesus—the powerful, final statements He made from the cross. These aren't just historical footnotes; they are an 'ultimate sermon' that models the path of forgiveness, mercy, and...
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When Politics Costs You Friends (Ep-189)
You've probably been there. A friend posts something. You see it. Your jaw tightens. You want to say something. And then something in you breaks loose and you do.Pastor Emil and Mike Hughes talk through what happens when politics starts costing you the people who matter. Emil shares the moment a...
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Jesus and The Godfather (EP-188)
Why is it so hard to accept God on His terms? 🎬In this episode, Emil dives into the Parable of the Wedding Feast (Matthew 22) and the uncomfortable reality it reveals about the human heart. Using a surprising parallel from The Godfather, we explore why we struggle to give God the respect He...
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EP-187 - Dopamine Junkies?
Stop Letting the News Cycle Control Your Brain 🧠 Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant noise of politics, social media, and the "background hum" of anxiety? You aren’t alone.In this episode, Emil and Mike dive deep into why negative emotions like fear and anger are so addictive—literally...
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Forget the Green Beer! Celebrate St. Patrick by Doing THIS (EP-186)
St. Patrick is one of the most famous saints in history — but how much of what people know about him is actually true? In this episode, we explore the real Patrick through his own writings, tracing his journey from captivity to mission, and separating historical fact from later legend. This is…
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EP-184 - Use It Or Lose It?!?!
Join me and Scott as we take a look at The Parable of the Wicked Tenants. It's a tough parable, as most parables of Jesus are. Thankfully we found a way to get to some things that remind us how SWEET Jesus really is.Looking to take God's Mission more seriously? Check out my...
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EP-182 Get Busy...OR ELSE?!?!?!
The Parable of the Ten Minas is quite a doozy. Once again, Jesus speaks some HARSH words. What does it mean for us? Join me and Scott as we take a look. Looking to take God's Mission more seriously? Check out my book:https://a.co/d/03mRODt3Have kids? Check out the children's book series my wife…
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EP-181 Meet Mike!
Join me and my friend Mike as he shares a bit about how Jesus has helped him navigate #ocd #addiction #autismspectrum #scrupulosityocd and the overwhelming transcendance and holiness of God. #sweetjesus #tasteandseethatthelordisgood
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EP-180: That's Not FAIR!
“But Jesus… that’s NOT FAIR!” Ever read the Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard and think, “Hold up — that doesn’t seem right…” In Matthew 20:1–16, Jesus tells a story that flips our sense of fairness upside down. Workers who labored all day get paid the same as those who showed up at the…
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EP-179 Get Your ASH in Church!
Today is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of the season of Lent. If you have no idea what that means, you are in the right place! Join us as we take a look at some ancient spiritual disciplines and a long standing series of traditions in the Christian Church.
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EP-178 - Why is everyone ELSE so terrible?!?!
Join me and Scott as we take a look at the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. We take an in depth look at what motivates us and where our ultimate trust really lies. Is our trust in JESUS? Or is it in any number of other terribly unstable things that turn us into big giant...
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EP-177 - When Will We See Justice?!
The world is a dumpster fire. We can easily find ourselves wanting to give up or finding prayer and the life of faith to be exercises in futility. In Luke 18:1-8, Jesus gives us a parable that encourages us to persist and persevere in the faith.
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EP-175 - There's NO Turning Back
Prepare to be offended! The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus is one that will offend everyone. Care and concern for the poor, heaven and hell, the sufficiency of the Word of God and more come up in this one. Join us as we try to sort through it all.
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EP-176 - Do Your Duty!
Luke 17:7-10 includes an interesting and often overlooked parable of Jesus. It's humbling, as many of Jesus' parables have been. Join us as we try to apply this to the life of faith.
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EP-174 - The Dishonest Manager
Jesus said WHAT? Join me and Scott as we look at at time when Jesus told us to take advice from a dishonest manager.
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EP-172, Watch It Wise Guys!
Join me and Scott as we take a look at the arrival of the "Wise Men" or Magi at the home of Jesus. Are they really wise? How did they know? Why would God allow such suffering to result from Jesus' birth? Let's explore these thoughts together. #godslove #faith #faithinchrist #christmas...
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EP-171: Ooooo That Smell!
Continuing through the Christmas story, join me and Scott as we think about the shepherds and the message they heard from the angel.
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EP-169 Let's Get This Party Started!
Want to start a party in heaven? Join me and Scott as we take a look at a parable of Jesus that tells us how it happens.
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EP-168 - The Most Expensive Decision Ever
Join me and Scott as we consider Jesus' parable in Luke 14:28-33 and count the cost of following him.
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EP-167 - Six Seven???
It's episode ONE. SIX. SEVEN! Join me and Scott as we take a look at Luke 14, with a slight detour into Proverbs as we celebrate episode one SIX SEVEN!
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EP-166, THE CRUSHING CAPTIVITY OF KARMA
Join Pastor Emil and Scott as they take a look at Luke 13:1-9 and consider the pervasive use of the idea of karma to explain the world, and the troubling ways it distorts the truth.
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EP-165 - The End is Near!
Today we take a look at Jesus' parable in Luke 12:35-48. It's about the return of Christ and the end of the world. But it's not at all about what people usually get all worked up talking about. Jesus points us in a direction very few end times prophets seem to be focused on.
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EP-164 Pity the Fool!
Join me and Scott as we talk about the parable of the rich fool!
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Shameless Prayer, EP-163
Join us as we take a look at Luke 11:5-13 and talk #prayer We bounce around a bit, but bring it all back around. Pray!#jesus #faithinchrist #2chronicles714 #prayforamerica
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EP-162: Who Is My Neighbor?
Join me and Scott as we take a look at the parable of the Good Samaritan. We discuss how we are called to help the poor. We talk about the dueling ideas on how to address that in our country and the strengths and weaknesses of each. #faith #faithinchrist #jesus #parables #biblestudy...
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EP-161 - Forgiveness
Join me and Scott as we talk about what might just be the most important spiritual truth for the significant cultural moment we are in following the political violence in our country: forgiveness. Join us as we take a look at Jesus' parable in Matthew 18:21-35.
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EP-160 - Stop Washing Your Hands???
Does Jesus have a problem with personal hygiene? Why? What does Monopoly money have to do with it? Join me and Scott as we sort through it all.
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EP-159 - How do you love Jesus MORE?
Who loves Jesus more? How do you grow in your love for Jesus? Join me and Scott as we explore this idea in our discussion of talk Luke 7:36-50.
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EP-158 Building on Rock
Is your life on a shaky foundation? If it is, when the wind and rain come everything will fall. Building on a rock solid foundation is the only way to weather the storms of life. Today, Scott and I take a look at Jesus' words in Matthew 7:24-27 and consider what it means to build on ROCK instead…
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EP-157 Salt and Light
Join us as we talk about what it means to be salt and light in a dark and flavorless world.
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EP-156 The Blind Leading the Blind
Luke 6:39 provided Scott and I with a TON of interesting stuff as we meditated on this passage. Leadership. Reconciliation. Humility. Self-reflection. And more!
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EP-155: Blasphemy Against the Spirit
Join me and Scott as we dig deeper into Matthew 12 and talk about the unifying theme of this section of Scripture where Jesus faces off against the Pharisees.
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EP-154 A Kingdom Divided
Join me and Scott as we consider Jesus' words in Matthew 12:22-32.
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EP-153: The Great Banquet
Scott and I have two guests today, Derrick and Vicki! Join us as we talk about Luke 14 and the parable of The Great Banquet. There sure is a lot more here than meets the eye. We talk about God's mission, and caring for the poor and homeless.
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EP-152 - The Parable of the Two Sons
Why does Jesus tell a parable where the main characters are both RIGHT and both WRONG? Join me and Scott as we talk all kinds of things: faith, accountability, judgment, mission, and the reality that everyone really KNOWS the Gospel deep down.
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EP-151: The Rich Young Man
Sell EVERYTHING, give it away, THEN come follow ME?Join me and Scott as we take a look at Matthew 19 and the story of the rich young man. We also end up in Matthew 20 and Matthew 11 as well.
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EP-150 Figs, Temples, and Prayer
Join me and Scott as we take a look at Mark 11. We found it to be FAR more fascinating than we realized and hope you will too.
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Tired of all the drama in churches and religious institutions?Feel like Christians represent everything but the One they claim to?Ever wonder where Jesus is in all of this?Let's talk about Jesus and His Kingdom.
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Emil Gretarsson
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