God in Context Podcast

Are you stuck in a cycle of indecision, waiting for the “perfect” time to change?In this podcast, we explore the Feast of Unleavened Bread as a powerful biblical reminder that transformation demands urgency. From the Israelites fleeing Egypt to Jesus’ harsh words to the lukewarm, Scripture doesn’t celebrate caution—it calls for commitment.I’ll share my personal “Passover moment,” why indecision is rebellion in disguise, and how the Passover Principle can ignite real change in your life starting today.➡️ If you’ve been waiting for a sign… this is it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit faithofmessiah.substack.com

This episode challenges the common understanding of Jesus as the Passover lamb, revealing how the original Passover sacrifice was about covenant relationship rather than substitutionary punishment. We explore how Jesus revolutionized sacrifice by defeating death itself, transforming our understanding of atonement and our relationship with God.Key Points* The True Meaning of Passover: The blood on doorposts wasn't about avoidance but invitation—God entered homes marked with blood to protect those inside.* Covenant vs. Compensation: Biblical sacrifice was primarily about establishing relationship, not paying for sins. The Hebrew word "pasach" refers to protective hovering, not passing by.* Misunderstanding Sacrifice: Evidence from scripture shows that blood sacrifice wasn't the only way to receive forgiveness in ancient Judaism.* The Five Types of Offerings: Exploring the different sacrifices in Leviticus and their distinct purposes beyond sin atonement.* Jesus Transforms Death: Unlike animal sacrifices that stayed dead, Jesus rose again—proving His sacrifice wasn't just substitution but victory over death itself.* Sacrifice as Shared Experience: How ancient ritual engaged all five senses to transform participants, not just intellectually but psychologically.* Communion as Corporate Resurrection: Reframing the Lord's Supper as active participation in covenant rather than merely remembering a transaction.Notable Quotes"The blood wasn't a substitution. It was an invitation.""For the Israelites in Egypt, the lamb wasn't dying in their place—it was bringing them into God's family.""This wasn't a transaction. It was a triumph.""He didn't just die for you. He brought you into a story—where God doesn't just save from death, but walks with you through it, and raises you on the other side."Further Reading* Leviticus 1-7: The sacrificial system* Exodus 12: The Passover story* 1 Corinthians 15: Paul on the resurrection's centrality to atonement* Hebrews 2:14-15 & 10:1-4: Jesus' defeat of death and the limitations of animal sacrifice This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit faithofmessiah.substack.com

Did the Early Christians Keep Passover? | Rediscovering PaschaMost Christians today know about Easter. But what if I told you the earliest followers of Jesus didn’t celebrate Easter—they remembered Pascha, the biblical Passover?This podcast explores the roots of that practice and why it matters today:– Jesus’ Last Supper as a Passover meal– Paul’s call to “keep the feast” (1 Cor. 5:7–8)– The early church’s fight to preserve Nisan 14– The Quartodeciman Controversy and Council of Nicaea– The gradual separation from Jewish roots– And how Constantine’s desire for political unity changed everythingThis isn’t about legalism. It’s about remembering the story Jesus chose to frame his death and resurrection: Exodus, freedom, covenant, identity.So here’s the question I want you to wrestle with:👉 What if Jesus didn’t give us a new tradition… but a new identity?👉 What if we’re meant to be Passover people?👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments. I’d love to hear how reconnecting with Passover has impacted your faith. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit faithofmessiah.substack.com

Why do some people get healed while others don't? As a nurse who's worked with the critically ill, I've witnessed both medical miracles and heartbreaking losses. In this video, I tackle the difficult question many believers struggle with: "Why doesn't God heal everyone?" I explore: • The reality of biblical healing (it wasn't as common as we think) • Why miracles are the exception, not the rule • The uncomfortable truth about Paul's unanswered prayers • How faith and medicine work together, not against each other • Finding purpose in suffering • What our responsibility is as believers Whether you're facing illness, supporting someone who is, or simply wrestling with tough questions about faith and healing, this honest conversation offers biblical perspective without easy answers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit faithofmessiah.substack.com