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Transforming Mission Podcast with Tim Bias & Sara Thomas Tim Bias & Sara Thomas

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.4 • 7 Ratings

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    A Week of Choices

    A Week of Choices

     Episode 316 of Transforming Mission’s podcast, titled 'A Week of Choices,' guides listeners through a scriptural journey for each day of Holy Week. Starting with Monday before Easter and culminating on Easter Sunday, the episode features daily scripture readings from the Gospel of John, accompanied by thoughtful prayers.
    These readings and prayers reflect significant events from Jesus's arrival in Bethany to his resurrection, aiming to provide insights and comfort. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on the themes of service, betrayal, sacrifice, and resurrection, promoting a deeper understanding and connection with the story of Holy Week.
    Listen, read, reflect, and respond to the scripture and prayer shared in this episode at https://transformingmission.org/316
     TimeStamp for Episode 316: A Week of Choices
    00:32 Monday: The Beginning of Holy Week John 12:1-11
    03:38 Tuesday: The Greeks Seek Jesus John 12:20 - 36
    06:27 Wednesday: The Betrayal Foretold John 13:21-32
    08:46 Thursday: The Last Supper and Foot Washing John 13:1 ff
    12:30 Friday: The Crucifixion of Jesus John 19:14-37
    16:46 Saturday: The Burial of Jesus John 19:38-42
    18:14 Sunday: The Resurrection of Jesus John 20:1-18

    • 23 min
    Episode 315: The Choice to Stand with Hope

    Episode 315: The Choice to Stand with Hope

    In episode 315 of the Transforming Mission podcast, we look at Mark 11, focusing on the anticipation of Palm Sunday, the nuances of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, and the journey through Lent toward Holy Week.
    Unlike the other gospels, Mark's account omits certain details, such as the triumphal nature of the entry and the presence of palm branches, offering instead a unique perspective on hope and preparation for the Resurrection.
    Listen to explore the importance of keeping Jesus at the center of our hope, especially as Christ-centered leaders guiding others through the Lenten journey. Stand with hope amidst tension of Holy Week and be faithful to Jesus. After all, celebrating Palm Sunday is really a focus on Jesus' transformative presence.
     
    Time Stamp for Episode 315 The Choice to Stand with Hope
    00:10 Exploring Mark 11 in Anticipation of Palm Sunday
    00:45 A Deep Dive into Mark's Gospel and the Triumphal Entry
    01:33 Scripture Reading: Mark 11, 1-11
    03:04 Observations and Insights on Palm Sunday from Mark
    05:27 The Journey of Lent: Hope and Preparation
    10:28 Leadership, Hope, and the Tension of Holy Week
    15:32 Concluding Thoughts on Leadership and Hope

    • 16 min
    Episode 314: The Choice to Follow Jesus

    Episode 314: The Choice to Follow Jesus

    We’re looking at John 12 and the broader narrative of John's Gospel to explore the theme of discipleship and the invitation to follow Jesus. The initial invitation 'come and see' was extended to the first Jewish disciples in John 1. Now, in John 12 the same invitation is extended to Greek-speaking would-be disciples.
    As the disciples examine Jesus' response to these seekers, emphasizing the necessity of full commitment to Jesus' life, death, and resurrection for true discipleship. Join Tim and Sara as they reflect on the implications for Lent, drawing parallels between Jesus' teachings and the journey of Lent as a period of deeper understanding and commitment to faith.
    John 12 is a beautiful invitation to come and see, expanding Jesus’ mission and reach. The universal call to discipleship urges each one of us to consider what it means to draw close to Jesus and live out our faith in the contemporary world.
    Read More and Listen at https://transformingmission.org/314
    TimeStamp for The Choice to Follow Jesus (John 12)
    00:00 Introduction to the Episode
    00:10 Exploring the Invitation to Follow Jesus
    00:21 The First Disciples and the Invitation in John 1
    01:04 The Inclusion of Greek Followers and the Essence of Discipleship
    03:04 Jesus' Response and the Path to Discipleship
    04:16 Understanding the Reality of Following Jesus
    09:06 Reflections on Lent and the Journey of Faith
    13:58 Concluding Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up

    • 14 min
    Perceptions that Shape Your Choices

    Perceptions that Shape Your Choices

    Episode 313, 'Perceptions that Shape your Choices,' explores the critical role of choice in Christ-centered leadership, especially during the Lenten season. The hosts, Sara and Tim, discuss how leadership is more than a position of power; it's a series of deliberate choices that reflect one’s character and influence.
    When you examine John 3:14-21 to understand Jesus's teachings on love, belief, and eternal life, it helps us see that leadership choices are grounded in the selfless love exemplified by Jesus. Tim shares a story about a man named Joe to illustrate the importance of actionable love and the impact of choices on leadership effectiveness.
    The episode encourages leaders to lead by example, showing God's love through their actions and decisions.
    TimeStamp for Transforming Mission Podcast Episode 313
    00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Topic
    01:00 Exploring the Concept of Leadership as a Choice
    02:18 Reading and Discussing John 3:14-21
     04:35 Deep Dive into the Meaning of Love in the Scripture
    06:28 Exploring the Quality of God's Love
    07:24 Understanding God's Love for His Creation
    07:45 Unpacking the Concept of 'Gave His Son'
    08:47 Exploring the Meaning of 'Believes' and 'Conversion'
    10:33 Understanding the Concept of 'Perish' and 'Eternal Life'
    12:00 Discussing the Theme of Light and Darkness
    12:36 Exploring the Concept of 'Truth' in John's Gospel
    13:00 Story Illustrating the Importance of Choices in Leadership
    16:56 Final Thoughts on Leadership as a Choice
    19:18 Closing Remarks and Invitation for Reflection

    • 19 min
    Episode 312: The Choice of Transformation

    Episode 312: The Choice of Transformation

    In this episode, Sara and Tim discuss John 12:13-22 where Jesus overturns tables in the temple. They interpret it as a call for transformation, highlighting the choice presented: either adhering to the institutional trappings of religion or opening oneself to the movement of God. The hosts invite listeners to reflect on the influence of the church, the intertwining of Jesus and institutional structure, and urge listeners to recognize where absolutes may limit their experiences of Jesus. They emphasize that the Word was made flesh in Jesus, challenging the religious system of his day. The episode is aimed at guiding listeners to examine their beliefs and practices and encourage transformative choices that deepen faith. 
    TimeStamp
    00:00 Introduction to the Episode 
    00:52 Setting the Scene: The Scripture for the Week
    03:23 Understanding the Importance of the Temple
    04:46 Jesus' Disruption of the Temple
    05:55 The Choice: Trusting Jesus or the Institution
    07:41 The Challenge of Transformation
    10:58 The Role of the Church in Society
    12:20 Misinterpretations of Scripture
    14:46 The Counter-Cultural Love of Jesus
    15:49 Conclusion: The Lenten Journey
    16:13 Episode Wrap-Up

    • 16 min
    Episode 311: The Choice to Embrace the Cost

    Episode 311: The Choice to Embrace the Cost

    During Lent, we're looking at the choices presented to us as leaders. The choice this week comes in the form of love. Look at 'cost of discipleship' and the choice to embrace the cost of love. Tim and Sara discuss a passage from Mark's Gospel, which conveys Jesus anticipating His death and resurrection.
    They focus on the concept of 'cost,' which is not just financial but can impact character, relationships, decision-making and is not always negative. The significance of embracing cost in Christianity, often perceived negatively in modern society, is highlighted. Listen to explore the associations in culture with the avoidance of pain or struggle, which contrasts significantly with Jesus' message.
    Jesus invites us to reflect on the choices Jesus made and the costs Jesus embraced, asserting that following Jesus does not lead to negative outcomes but rather a positive impact on the world. The episode concludes by challenging listeners on their readiness to embrace the cost of love as Christ-centered leaders. Listen at https://transformingmission.org/311
    00:00 Introduction to the Episode
    00:18 Exploring the Gospel for the Second Sunday of Lent
    00:43 The Cost of Discipleship: A Deeper Look
    01:59 The Misconception of Faith Exempting Us from Cost
    02:20 Jesus' Message: Embracing the Cost of Living Authentically 04:06 Reading and Reflecting on Mark 8:31
    05:24 The Paradox of Simplicity and the Greater Good
    06:51 The Cost of Love and Following Jesus
    07:58 Challenging Societal Norms as Christ-Centered Leaders
    20:33 The Paradox of the Gospel: Losing Life to Find It
    22:52 Conclusion: Embracing the Cost of Love as a Christ-Centered Leader

    • 23 min

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