TJP FULL EPISODE 1390 Wednesday 061825 James and the Giant Preacher Texas Jim Christology P1

On todays show Texas Jim leads the Bible Bunch on a talk about Christology, focusing on early Christian practices and their implications. Jim highlighted the significance of baptism into Jesus' name, emphasizing its unprecedented status in Jewish Christianity. The conversation explored the relationship between Jesus and God, referencing Larry Hurtado's work and the inclusion of the Holy Spirit in early Christian worship. The debate included perspectives on Unitarianism, Trinitarianism, and the historical context of messianic expectations. The group also discussed the role of the Holy Spirit in restraining evil and the covenantal nature of baptism, suggesting it universalized circumcision. The discussion delves into Christology, focusing on the psychological and sociological implications of Jesus' teachings contradicting traditional Jewish practices. Speaker 4 argues that Jesus' resurrection should have validated his claims, and Paul's message to the Greeks emphasizes that the gospel provides a clear path to God, contrasting with the "fuzzy lens" of pre-gospel beliefs. The conversation also touches on the theological implications of ignorance and the role of the gospel in clarifying religious choices. The segment concludes with a sponsor's promotional message and a brief acknowledgment of participants. Don't Miss it!