016. Eternal Torture is not found in Scripture (2)

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Many of us are entering the new year with a similar goal — to build community and connect more with others. To kick off season five, Priya Parker shares ideas on how to be the host with the most. An expert on building connection, Priya is the author of “The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters.” Whether it's a book club, wedding, birthday or niche-and-obscurely themed party, Priya and Chris talk about how to create meaningful and fun experiences for all of your guests — including yourself. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts . For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey here ! Learn more about TED Next at ted.com/futureyou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The parable of the rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16 serves as the focal point of our deep dive. Often cited as evidence for the existence of a literal hell where souls endure eternal torment, we are prompted to question whether this passage is indeed a straightforward account of the afterlife or a parable with a metaphorical lesson. This investigation requires a thorough understanding of the terms 'Hades' and 'Sheol' as they appear in the Bible and their alignment with the broader teachings on resurrection and judgment. In doing so, we uncover that 'Sheol' is more accurately a place of the dead awaiting resurrection—a hope deeply rooted in Israel's faith.

Topics: The Rich man and Lazarus Parable, Hell, Hades, Sheol, Luke 16, eternal death, eternal life, Enoch, Pseudepigrapha, Hellenistic Jews.

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1. 016. Eternal Torture is not found in Scripture (2) (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Biblical Views on Hell (00:00:02)

3. Interpreting Jesus' Parable of Lazarus (00:10:15)

4. Interpreting the Parable of Lazarus (00:19:15)

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016. Eternal Torture is not found in Scripture (2)

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published about a year ago

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Topics: The Rich man and Lazarus Parable, Hell, Hades, Sheol, Luke 16, eternal death, eternal life, Enoch, Pseudepigrapha, Hellenistic Jews.

Chapters

1. 016. Eternal Torture is not found in Scripture (2) (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Biblical Views on Hell (00:00:02)

3. Interpreting Jesus' Parable of Lazarus (00:10:15)

4. Interpreting the Parable of Lazarus (00:19:15)

56 episodes

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056. God’s Judgment and Paul's Rhetoric (Romans 2:1-11) 25:55

17 days ago25:55

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Paul examines God's judgment in Romans 2, revealing how self-righteousness fails to save while faith in Christ's glory provides true salvation. His rhetorical style, influenced by Greek education, helps us understand difficult passages that might otherwise appear to teach works-based salvation. • Romans 2:1 addresses mankind's hypocrisy when judging others • Paul uses rhetoric—a Greek communication style—to convey theological truths • His rhetorical devices include apostrophes, dialogues, and imaginary opponents • God's kindness toward sinners is meant to lead them to repentance • Seeking "glory and honor" means seeking God himself, not self-glorification • Tribulation comes to "the Jew first and also the Greek"? • Understanding context prevents misinterpretation of passages • The judgment is about belief versus unbelief, not behavior Tune in to our next episode as we explore why tribulation and distress come "to the Jew first" and what this means for understanding God's judgment. Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/056-gods-judgment-and-pauls-rhetoric-romans-2-1-11/ Support the show…

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055. Sinners will not inherit Life (Romans 1:29-32) 38:41

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As Christians we can walk by the Spirit rather than being consumed by sin and its destructive influence on our lives and communities. • Sin is what happens when separated from God, leading to a lack of peace, love, and fulfillment • Walking by the Spirit means being guided by God rather than turning to ourselves • Sexual immorality receives particular emphasis in Paul's teachings as it involves sinning against our own bodies • Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, not our own possession but bought with a price • Christians are called to a higher standard, but from freedom rather than legalistic obligation • Within the church, attitude toward sin matters—pride in sin requires correction while struggling with sin deserves support • Repentance (changing our mind about sin) naturally leads to behavior change • The fruit of the Spirit comes from freedom in Christ, not from following rules • Our union with God cannot be broken, improved, or changed—Christ is our rock Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/055-sinners-will-not-inherit-life-romans-1-29-32/ Support the show…

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054. Lost in the freedom of Grace (Romans 1:29-32) 28:27

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Freedom in Christ allows us to enjoy unbreakable fellowship with God, but we must be careful not to get lost in that freedom and find ourselves in bondage to sin. This episode explores the tension between God's grace and our responsibility to follow His lead rather than our own desires. • We are set free from sin by God's grace, but we need to see sin the way the Lord sees it • The world is godless, but Christians have become property of the Lord and now represent Him on earth • Yahweh made Israel different to be set apart, and Christians should embrace a similar distinct identity • Many believers misunderstand freedom in Christ, thinking Jesus accepts everything without guidance • Some dismiss Bible study as unnecessary, but Scripture is our primary source for renewing our minds • Walking by the Spirit requires constant focus, not autopilot spirituality • Presenting our bodies as "living sacrifices" means allowing God to guide us according to His will • Mind renewal through Scripture transforms us and prevents conformity to worldly patterns • Falling away from grace happens when we turn from God's guidance to our own selfish desires Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/054-lost-in-the-freedom-of-grace-romans-1-29-32/ Support the show…

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053. Homosexuality: The Due Penalty for Error (Romans 1:21-28) 55:11

5 weeks ago55:11

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Paul's examination of homosexuality in Romans 1 reveals critical truths about sin, grace, and our relationship with God that challenge both extremes in today's church debate. We expose the error in teaching that Christians can be "out of fellowship" with God based on their behavior while maintaining that homosexuality is clearly described as sinful in Scripture and it's effects are damaging even for the Christian. • Romans 1 shows God "giving up" unbelievers to their sinful desires as judgment for rejecting Him • This passage specifically addresses non-regenerate people, not Christians struggling with sin • The "due penalty" was the consequence of rejecting God, not homosexuality itself • Christians cannot be "out of fellowship" with God based on sin—Christ's blood ensures permanent fellowship • Sin does damage our relationship with God by causing us to turn away from His guidance • Christians are called to "walk by the Spirit" which requires intentional effort, not automatic behavior • Sin brings suffering through natural consequences, not through God rejecting believers • Some sins like sexual immorality can be more damaging and consuming than others • We honor God by seeking His guidance rather than indulging our fleshly desires • The Father always waits with open arms like in the prodigal son story—He never turns away from us Join us next week as we continue our study through Romans, examining more challenging passages and discovering how they reveal God's radical grace. Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/053-the-due-penalty-for-error-romans-1-21-28/ Support the show…

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052. The Gospel in the Stars?! (Romans 1:18-20) 34:20

6 weeks ago34:20

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051. (1 John 1:9) is NOT Christian Instruction? 38:24

8 weeks ago38:24

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The widespread misinterpretation of 1 John 1:9 has created unnecessary confusion about our fellowship with God and led to religious practices that don't align with the finished work of Christ. • 1 John 1:9 is not Christian instruction to repeatedly confess sins for forgiveness • Fellowship with God is unbreakable when we're born again through Christ • John was addressing sin denial and unbelief, not teaching confession rituals • "Abiding in Christ" means continuing to believe in the truth of His finished work • Sin comes from not abiding in Christ, not from failing to confess properly • Walking in the light means believing God and His truth about what Christ accomplished • When Christians sin, we should remember and be grateful for our cleansing • John's letter includes instruction to believers about those who were deceiving them • Self-effort and rule-based righteousness pull us away from Gospel truth • Our freedom in Christ is meant to be used for loving others, not for sin Let's use the gospel of grace as a license to love freely in Christ Yeshua. Let's enjoy our holiness and celebrate our perfect relationship with God by honoring him with our lives. Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/051-1-john-1-9-is-not-christian-instruction/ Support the show…

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050. Thinking Outside of "The Box Church" 28:03

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The modern "church" no longer resembles the participatory gatherings of the first century, having replaced communal sharing with passive entertainment and one-way communication. • Ancient synagogues were community centers where anyone could share insights after scripture readings • First-century worship didn't center around sermons but allowed everyone to contribute • The only detailed view of early church gatherings (1 Corinthians 11-14) shows shared participation, not one person doing all the speaking • Modern church structure creates dormant members instead of an active body where every part functions • Denominations and divisions flourish because we've abandoned communal discernment in favor of established doctrinal positions • Paul warned against being "taken captive through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men" • Church leaders today function more as celebrities than facilitators of community learning • Resurrection Sunday reminds us that Christ's finished work eliminated the need for human intermediaries This weekend, as more people attend church buildings than any other time of year, consider what true biblical community could look like if we returned to a model where every member contributed. (This episode's content was extracted from throughout episode #034) Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/050-thinking-outside-of-the-box-church/ Support the show…

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049. Unashamed: from Faith for Faith (Romans 1:16-17) 38:27

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The gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, revealing the righteousness that comes from faith for faith as prophesied in scripture. • Paul declared he was not ashamed of the gospel despite being treated as "scum of the earth" • Christians worldwide face persecution while media remains silent about their suffering • The gospel was given to the Jews first, then extended to the Gentiles through Christ • The phrase "the righteous shall live by faith" appears in Habakkuk, Romans, Galatians and Hebrews • Moses prophesied about Christ in Deuteronomy, embedding the gospel within the law • The work of God is that we believe in Christ, not that we follow rules or regulations • In Christ, there is no distinction between Jew and Gentile - all believers are one • The new covenant is an everlasting covenant that will never be replaced or superseded Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/049-unashamed-from-faith-for-faith-romans-1-16-17/ Support the show…

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048. Are you out of Fellowship with God? (Romans 1:8-15) 37:04

10 weeks ago37:04

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Continuing last weeks study, we explore the biblical truth about fellowship with God, challenging the common teaching that Christians can be "in and out" of fellowship based on behavior and sin. • Examining Paul's letters to the Corinthians reveals he affirmed their secure standing with God despite their sinful behavior • Understanding fellowship with God is based on His faithfulness, not our performance • The Greek word for "called" in 1 Corinthians 1:9 is the same used in Romans 8:28, showing our secure standing • Paul never taught Christians to continually ask for forgiveness to maintain fellowship with God • Knowing fellowship is unbreakable completely transforms our prayer life, allowing complete honesty with God • Walking by the Spirit means focusing on holy things rather than being preoccupied with sin • Replacing sinful habits with holy ones comes from a renewed mind fixed on Christ Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/048-are-you-out-of-fellowship-with-god-romans-1-8-15/ Support the show…

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047. How Spiritual is your Prayer Life? (Romans 1:8-15) 55:28

11 weeks ago55:28

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Lenny and Melissa explore Paul's prayer life across his letters, revealing his consistent focus on thanksgiving, spiritual growth, and Christ's love rather than sin-consciousness. • Paul consistently displayed thanksgiving and never-ceasing prayer • Paul's prayers focused on believers growing in knowledge of Christ's love, not on their sin • The resurrection life was the hope early Christians awaited before Christ's second coming • Paul encouraged believers to focus on "whatever is pure, lovely, and commendable" • Modern prayer often emphasizes sin-consciousness while Paul emphasized grace-consciousness • The Corinthians, despite their issues, were told they were "not lacking in any spiritual gift" • Posture in prayer can bring unexpected peace during times of anxiety and distress Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/047-how-spiritual-is-your-prayer-life-romans-1-8-15/ Support the show…

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046. Prayer through Paul's Spiritual Lens (Romans 1:8-15) 32:58

12 weeks ago32:58

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Prayer extends beyond designated moments of quiet conversation with God into an ongoing spiritual mindset that permeates our entire thought life. When Paul prayed for the Romans "without ceasing," he showed us how to maintain spiritual focus and awareness of God's presence throughout our daily activities. • Prayer doesn't need perfect posture or flowing words – it's about spiritual connection • Paul prayed "without ceasing" through both dedicated time and constant thought-focus on Christ • Unlike modern prayer often centered on physical needs, Paul emphasized spiritual growth • Even Paul's holy desires and apostolic prayers went unanswered, showing God's sovereignty • Unanswered prayers aren't punishment but divine redirection toward greater purposes • Jesus's teachings about asking "in his name" reveal our reconciled relationship with God • The Holy Spirit established perfect fellowship that allows direct access to the Father • Prayer flows from our acceptance in Christ, not as a performance to earn God's attention Visit wakinguptograce.com for the full study guide from this episode. Please leave a positive review on your favorite podcast platform to help others find us in this enormous world of Christian information. Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/046-study-prayer-through-pauls-spiritual-lens-romans-1-8-15/ Support the show…

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045. Apostle Paul didn't write to Sinners (Romans 1:1-7) 29:03

13 weeks ago29:03

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God sees you as a saint, not a sinner, and this profound truth transforms how we understand our identity in Christ and our relationship with Him. • Paul consistently addressed all believers as "saints" regardless of their struggles with sin • The Catholic tradition restricts sainthood to legendary figures while Protestant churches often emphasize "sinner saved by grace" • A saint is someone who is holy to God—not because of their performance but Christ's finished work • Your body is now as holy as the temple of God was to Israel • Sin is incompatible with your new nature and works like a virus against your spiritual immune system • The idea that Christians can be "in and out of fellowship" with God contradicts the gospel of grace • The New Covenant provides perfect, unbreakable fellowship that Old Testament believers didn't experience • Before Christ's finished work, no one was crucified with Christ, made a new creation, or sealed with the Holy Spirit • Grace isn't just about securing salvation—it's about a completely new way of living guided by the indwelling Spirit • A fresh start is always available because God never turns away from His precious children May God bless your week as you walk with Him understanding your true identity as His saint. Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/045-apostle-paul-didnt-write-to-sinners-romans-1-1-7/ Support the show…

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044. The Antidote to Christian Cognitive Dissonance (Romans 1:1-7) 14:12

15 weeks ago14:12

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The gospel of grace stands as the ultimate cure for the cognitive dissonance many Christians experience when they believe conflicting ideas about forgiveness and fellowship with God. • Paul's greeting of "grace and peace" reveals a profound truth about what believers already possess • Cognitive dissonance occurs when Christians believe they are forgiven yet must continually ask for forgiveness • The Galatian church struggled with "Jesus plus works" syndrome—a problem still prevalent today • Falling away from grace doesn't mean losing salvation but making Christ of no value in our daily lives • The finished work of Christ provides unbroken fellowship with God now, not just in heaven • Modern Christianity often focuses on stopping sin rather than embracing our identity in Christ • True rest in Christ comes from tuning out the noise of legalism and performance-based faith • Paul's message wasn't behavior modification but believing what we already have in Christ Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/044-the-antidote-to-christian-cognitive-dissonance-romans-1-1-7/ Support the show…

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043. Grace Restored: Understanding Christ’s Finish (Romans 1:1-7) 32:07

15 weeks ago32:07

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Join us as we explore the epic tales and profound truths found within Scripture, anchoring our focus on the narratives of Nephilim and the Tower of Babel. We ask tough questions about mankind's purpose and God's unwavering promise of redemption through Christ. • Insights on the Nephilim and their impact on humanity • Discussion on God’s response to corruption through the Flood • Examination of the Tower of Babel as an act of rebellion • Exploration of divine promise through Abraham to the lineage of Christ • Reflection on the restoration of fellowship through Jesus • Understanding our purpose as sons of God in both life and the heavenly realms Share what's on your heart and enjoy free study resources on our Episodes Page at wakinguptograce.com: https://wakinguptograce.com/043-grace-restored-understanding-christs-finish-romans-1-1-7/ Support the show…

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042. The Rebellion of Yahweh's Divine Council (Romans 1:1-7) 29:03

16 weeks ago29:03