Jonathan Williams with Word of God, Speak
463 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 19 hours ago -Join Jonathan Williams, the teacher for Word of God, Speak, and storyteller for the epic program, Stories of the Master, as he unpacks the meaning of Scripture and applies it to life today.
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Patriarchal Story 1 - The Difference Between Ishmael and Isaac Romans 9:7-9
April 28, 2024 04:00 - 21 minutes - 17.9 MBWe see this in the story of the births of Ishmael and Isaac. Both were physical descendants of Abraham, but who in Paul’s day would say that Ishmael and his descendants were Jews? No one. What made the difference between the two? That difference is summed up in the word, “promise.”
God's Word Has Not Failed - Romans 9:6
April 25, 2024 04:00 - 21 minutes - 17.6 MBPaul wants everyone to know that though most of God’s covenant people have not believed, that though most of God’s people have been unfaithful, God has not been unfaithful. God has been true to his word. God’s word has not failed.
The Privileges of Israel - Romans 9:4-5
April 23, 2024 04:00 - 22 minutes - 18.4 MBIsrael was a unique nation. They had been entrusted with the most noble task in the world – to be a light to the nations and to restore all that mankind had lost because of sin. And Paul encapsulated these privileges with six words and phrases.
Paul's Passion for His People - Rom 9:1-3
April 21, 2024 04:00 - 19 minutes - 16.1 MBIn Romans 9:1-5, Paul refuted the charges of apathy, defended his apostolic authority, and exemplified the attitude gentile Christians should exhibit toward unbelieving Jews. He was gaining a foothold in the minds and hearts of readers who might have doubted his love for Israel. After all, remember, Paul was slandered. Evil reports circulated about him, and he must set the record straight about how he felt about his people.
Paul Tells the Truth Rom 9:1
April 18, 2024 04:00 - 20 minutes - 16.7 MBPaul was slandered by many. In 2 Corinthians 6:8 he talked about evil reports that circulated in the world about him. He talked about being dishonored and being accused as a deceiver. Many viewed him as a traitor to the ancestral traditions of his people and more gentile-like than kosher in his behavior. Paul had to set the record straight – theologically and personally. Romans 9 is not just expressing his theological views. It is expressing his passion for his people. He must let others kn...
Why Paul Wrote Romans - Part 2
April 16, 2024 04:00 - 21 minutes - 17.6 MBAs we continue to learn why Paul wrote Romans, we will also discover the importance of God's people updating their story to show how God was at work in their day.
Why Paul Wrote Romans - Part 1
April 14, 2024 04:00 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBFor centuries, many thought Romans to be primarily, a theological treatise. But that wasn’t the case. Paul had three reasons for writing Romans, and in this broadcast we will begin examining them. His purposes were: · Missionary – his forthcoming trip to Spain · Apologetic – setting forth the true gospel · Pastoral – uniting Jew and gentile in one body
Romans 9 and the Story Paul Was Telling
April 11, 2024 04:00 - 18 minutes - 17.6 MBRomans 9 has become a deeply dug mine full of precious gems. Scholars have delved into this mine, excavating words, phrases, and sentences to find precious material to build and adorn their theological houses. It has especially been a favorite for the Calvinist position of unconditional election. But as I continued learning God’s word, I discovered that Paul had something different in mind. What many talk about when they read Romans 9 is different from what Paul was talking about. The c...
Enthroned at the Right Hand of God 2
April 09, 2024 04:00 - 19 minutes - 15.9 MBJesus makes a final appearance on the Mount of Olives near Bethany. He gives instructions to take the good news of his life, sacrificial death, and resurrection to others. He then ascends to the right hand of God and is enthroned as the true Lord of heaven and earth.
Enthroned at the Right Hand of God 1
April 07, 2024 04:00 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBJesus is making his final appearances to his disciples. He appears to his brother, James. Then to seven of his disciples who are fishing in the Sea of Galilee.
Beyond all Joy 2
April 04, 2024 04:00 - 13 minutes - 11 MBJesus is now revealing himself to others; ten of the original 12 are in a room, but Thomas is absent and does not believe the report. Then Jesus appears to Thomas and tells him to examine his hands and side. But what does the resurrection of Christ mean?
Beyond all Joy 1
April 02, 2024 04:00 - 14 minutes - 12 MBThe empty tomb reports begin to circulate among Jesus' disciples as Mary Magdalene and the other women tell them they have seen the risen Christ. Then, Jesus appears to Peter and to two others walking to Emmaus.
Early One Morning 2
March 31, 2024 04:00 - 15 minutes - 12.3 MBWomen arrive at the tomb to anoint the dead body of Jesus. But the stone is rolled away from the tomb and Jesus body is not there. Angels appear and tell them the glad news. Jesus has risen from the dead! The women run to tell the disciples. But one woman remains, Mary Magdalene and she is the first to see the resurrected Jesus.
Early One Morning 1
March 28, 2024 04:00 - 17 minutes - 14.2 MBJesus is buried. A Roman guard seals the tomb and stands watch, but on Sunday strange sounds come from within the tomb. Resurrection life enters the body of Jesus. He breathes and lives! Angels approach the tomb. Roman soldiers quake with fear and run for their lives.
It is Finished 2
March 26, 2024 04:00 - 15 minutes - 12.5 MBJesus continues to suffer on the cross, but he sees his mother and entrusts him to John. He cries out in anguish, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" Darkness covers the earth. Jesus thirsts. He comes to the end. He says, "It is finished." He commits his spirit to God, and dies.
It is Finished 1
March 24, 2024 04:00 - 14 minutes - 11.8 MBJesus is led to Golgotha where he is crucified. He prays that his Father will forgive the ones who nail him to the cross. He promises a thief that he will be with him in paradise.
Crucify Him! 2
March 21, 2024 04:00 - 18 minutes - 14.9 MBJesus is sent to Pilate, then Herod, then back to Pilate. The verdict is in. He is guilty and the sentence is crucifixion on a Roman cross.
Crucify Him! 1
March 19, 2024 04:00 - 12 minutes - 10.9 MBJesus is led to the temple authorities and stands trial for blasphemy. The Jewish assembly votes to condemn him and take him to the Roman authorities.
The Garden of Grief 2
March 17, 2024 04:00 - 19 minutes - 15.4 MBIn Gethsemane, the climax quickly comes. Jesus finishes praying. He resolves to follow his Father's will. The authorities come, Jesus is arrested and led to trial.
The Garden of Grief 1
March 14, 2024 04:00 - 10 minutes - 8.96 MBAs they enter Gethsemane, Jesus struggles with what is before him. His disciples sleep but he prays on in agony.
Final Night, Final Words 2
March 12, 2024 04:00 - 15 minutes - 12.6 MBAs they depart the room where they ate the Passover, Jesus and his disciples head to the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus continues to instruct his disciples not to fear but to maintain their trust in him. He then prays his high priestly prayer that we find in John 17.
Final Night, Final Words 1
March 10, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes - 10.4 MBJesus instructs his disciples on the coming of the Spirit and on the coming of persecution. But they are not to fear. He has overcome. This is part 1 of a 2-part message.
The Night That Was Different 2
March 07, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 11.3 MBOn the final night before his death, Jesus gathers with his disciples and says that he is establishing the new covenant in his blood. This is the second part of a 2-part message.
The Night That Was Different 1
March 05, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes - 10.3 MBIt is Jesus' final night before his death. He gathers with his disciples to have one, last Passover meal with them. This is Part 1 of a 2-part message.
The Wise and Foolish Virgins 2
March 03, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 11.9 MBJesus tells a parable about five wise and five foolish virgins to alert his disciples to the judgment that is coming upon their people.
RM9 01 - Romans 9 and the Story Paul Was Telling
February 29, 2024 16:03 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBRomans 9 has become a deeply dug mine full of precious gems. Scholars have delved into this mine, excavating words, phrases, and sentences to find precious material to build and adorn their theological houses. It has especially been a favorite for the Calvinist position of unconditional election. But as I continued learning God’s word, I discovered that Paul had something different in mind. What many talk about when they read Romans 9 is different from what Paul was talking about. The c...
The Wise and Foolish Virgins 1
February 29, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes - 9.83 MBTo prepare his disciples for what was coming upon Israel, Jesus told a story about five wise and five foolish virgins.
The Hypocrites, the Widow, and the End 2
February 27, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes - 12.8 MBJesus thrashes the hypocritical leadership of Israel and pronounces woes upon them, but he commends a widow for her gift to the temple. He also tells about the end.
The Hypocrites, the Widow, and the End 1
February 25, 2024 05:00 - 10 minutes - 9.03 MBJesus thrashes the hypocritical leadership in Israel and pronounces woes upon them. He commends a widow for her gift to the temple and speaks about the great trials coming upon the nation.
The Banquet, the Coin, and the Son 2
February 22, 2024 05:00 - 13 minutes - 11.1 MBJesus tells a story about a great banquet and intruders at the banquet. The leaders give him a trick question about taxes. He evades their trickery and asks a question about the Messiah that no one can answer.
The Banquet, the Coin, and the Son 1
February 20, 2024 05:00 - 13 minutes - 10.9 MBJesus tells a story about a great banquet and asks a question about the Messiah that no one can answer. They counter with a trick question about paying taxes.
The Vineyard, the Son, and the Stone 2
February 18, 2024 05:00 - 11 minutes - 9.73 MBWhen the temple authorities perceive that Jesus' story about the vineyard is about their rejection of the truth, they become infuriated and want to arrest and kill him.
The Vineyard, the Son, and the Stone 1
February 15, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 11.5 MBTo counter the opposition against him, Jesus continues with a new story, a story of a vineyard in which the workers kill the heir.
The Disobedient Sons 2
February 13, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 11.4 MBThe temple authorities demand to know on what basis or by what authority Jesus is doing what he is doing in the temple. He replies with a story about two disobedient sons.
The Disobedient Sons 1
February 11, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes - 10.3 MBThe temple authorities ask Jesus about his actions in the temple. By what authority does he do these things? Jesus answers with a story about two disobedient sons.
The Humble King 2
February 08, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 12.4 MBJesus enters the city and the leaders are infuriated when he says the cry out and when the children sing his praises they are more enraged.
The Humble King 1
February 06, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes - 10.1 MBThe city of Jerusalem is filled with pilgrims for Passover. Jesus uses this occasion to enter the city to acclamations of his Messiahship and fulfills the prophecy of Zechariah.
Leave Her Alone 2
February 04, 2024 05:00 - 13 minutes - 11.4 MBIt is easy to be swept up in the excitement of the day, even ministry excitement and lose our focus on what matters most.
Leave Her Alone! 1
February 01, 2024 05:00 - 13 minutes - 11.3 MBJust before Jesus entered Jerusalem, Jesus had a meal with his disciples and friends. During that meal something happened that has deep lessons for us.
The Noble Prince 2
January 30, 2024 05:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBThe people expected the Messiah to come as a conquering hero, to save them and to bring judgment to the Romans. But when he came, he came as a humble servant to all.
The Noble Prince 1
January 28, 2024 05:00 - 18 minutes - 18 MBJesus was surrounded by people who thought God would manifest his kingdom power and set Jesus on the throne of Israel in Jerusalem. To correct this wrong idea, Jesus told a story that has many lessons for us.
The Blind Men of Jericho 2
January 25, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes - 12.8 MBAre you like Zacchaeus, a man hungry for God, a man so desperate for God that he would humble himself in public to meet Jesus?
The Blind Men of Jericho 1
January 23, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes - 12.7 MBThe blind men of Jericho. One was physically blind, the other spiritually blind. One had his physical eyes opened, the other had his spiritual eyes opened. Let’s learn about them today.
The Generous Landowner 2
January 21, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MBIt takes time and many lessons to get truth into our hearts.
The Generous Landowner 1
January 18, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes - 16.3 MBIn Matthew 20, Jesus tells the story of a generous landowner. It is a story of compassion and a story of grace.
The Man Who Turned Away from Jesus 2
January 16, 2024 05:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBJesus used an illustration to show us something we all must learn – salvation is impossible. But If salvation is impossible, what can we do? Let’s find out today.
The Man Who Turned Away from Jesus 1
January 14, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBThe weeds and thorns of greed and status seeking had wrapped themselves tightly around this man and were dragging him to death. Jesus was seeking to free this man and bring him life.
A Soft Heart Toward God
January 11, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 12.5 MBWhat tragedies hardness of heart brought to God’s people in ancient times! What tragedies hardness of heart brings today!
Two Men in the Temple 2
January 09, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBPride is the killer of people. It was pride that started our downward spiral into sin and darkness, the darkness in which the world finds itself now. One of the greatest forms of pride is religion.
Two Men in the Temple 1
January 07, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes - 16.8 MBJesus told a story to remind us of this great truth, "Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted.”