In this conversation, Pastor Marcis and Pastor Otto explore the significance of Christmas, discussing the various theories surrounding Jesus' birthday, the nativity accounts in the Gospels, and the profound implications of the incarnation. They delve into the roles of Mary and Joseph, the historical context of the Roman Empire, and the humble announcement of Jesus' birth to the shepherds. The discussion also covers the visit of the Magi and emphasizes the connection between Christmas and the events of Good Friday and Easter, highlighting the true meaning of the holiday beyond its cultural trappings.

This conversation explores the significance of Advent in the Christian faith, emphasizing its themes of hope, peace, joy, and love as represented by the Advent candles. The discussion highlights the importance of music during Advent, the symbolism of the Advent wreath, and the connection between the birth of Christ and his ultimate sacrifice. The hosts also reflect on the dynamics of team ministry within the church, showcasing the collaborative efforts in worship and community engagement.

Join Pastor Marcis and Pastor Jason Kohm as we move into the New Testament and finally see the fulfilment of God's promise in the birth of Jesus Christ.

Join Pastor Marcis and Pastor Jason Kohm as they discuss God's Great Story from Genesis to Revelation. Today they focus in on the prophets and how they point us to Christ.

00:00 Introduction to the Promise Foretold

03:04 The Role of Prophets in the Bible

05:52 Understanding Major and Minor Prophets

09:03 Judgment and Hope in Prophetic Messages

11:34 The New Covenant and Its Significance

14:24 The Servant and the Messiah

17:24 The Exodus and God's Faithfulness

19:55 The Waiting Period for God's Promises

22:39 The Interconnectedness of Scripture

25:32 Conclusion and Reflection on the Prophets

38:08 Living the Faith outro 

In this episode, Pastor Marcis and Pastor Jason Kohm explore the storyline of God's people throughout the Bible.

Summary

In this episode, Pastor Thomas Marcis and Pastor Jason Kohm explore the theme of God's promises throughout the Bible, focusing on the covenants made with Noah, Abraham, and Moses. They discuss the significance of these covenants in the context of sin and grace, the mystery of God's plan, and the inclusion of all people in God's family through faith. The conversation emphasizes the connectivity of the Old and New Testaments and the importance of remembering God's promises in our lives today.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to God's Promise

01:16 The Fall and God's Plan

04:32 God's Choice and the Mystery of Sin

06:08 Judgment and Mercy in Genesis

09:10 The Struggle of Sin and Grace

12:38 Covenants: Understanding God's Promises

18:00 The Covenant with Noah

22:58 The Covenant with Abraham

26:49 The Covenant with Moses

30:03 Repetition and Remembrance of God's Promises

33:59 Faith and the Promise of Inclusion

39:54 Conclusion: The Connectivity of God's Story

Keywords

God's promise, Bible narrative, covenants, faith, sin and grace, Old Testament, New Testament, salvation, God's people, redemption

Join Pastor Marcis and special guest, Pastor Jason Kohm, as they discuss God's Great Story. This week, they dive into the fall of God's perfect creation.

Join Pastor Tom Marcis and Pastor Jason Kohm as they discuss how God's story weaves through the entirety of the Bible. Today, they discuss God's creation.

Join Pastor Tom Marcis and Pastor Jason Kohm as they take a look at how the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, weaves one continuous narrative.

Join Pastor Marcis and Zion member Donna Davidson as they discuss the unique challenges of single life in the church.

Join Pastor Marcis and Zion's Director of Family Ministry, Kristin Nistler, as they discuss the unique challenges and joys of living the faith with young adults as children start to leave the home.

Join Pastor Marcis and Director of Family Ministry, Kristin Nistler, as they discuss the faith lives of high schoolers and how to connect with them.

Join Pastor Marcis and Zion's Director of Family Ministry, Kristin Nistler, as they discuss how to raise middle schoolers in the faith.

Join Pastor Marcis and Zion's Director of Family Ministry, Kristin Nistler, as they discuss the challenges and blessings of raising toddlers in the faith.

Join Pastor Marcis and Director of Family Ministry, Kristin Nistler, as they discuss how to live the faith while raising an infant.

Join Pastor Marcis and special guest, Gene Svebakken, as they discuss the role of social ministry and how every member of the church can help with that mission.

Join Pastor Marcis and Director of Family Ministry, Kristin Nistler, as they discuss marriage and how to form a legacy of faith through that relationship.

Join Pastor Marcis and Director of Family Ministry, Kristin Nistler, as they discuss the meaning of legacy and how to make your family a legacy of faith.

Join Pastor Marcis and special guest, Rev. Les Wolfgram, as they discuss how the Church works. This discussion ranges from the local level to the international level and covers everything in between.

Join Pastor Marcis and Pastor Otto as they discuss the meaning of Epiphany, how it is celebrated, and how it impacts our daily walks of faith.