For two thousand years, readers have speculated about the Magi of the New Testament. Additionally, the tempatations Christ encountered after His time in the wilderness leave much to ponder about. Get a "birds eye view" of these chapters as Hank gives historical insight into the stories we wish we knew more about.
The Beatitudes are labeled the greatest sermon ever given. These verses are still studied 2000 years after they were delivered. Hank helps us connect the message of the Sermon on the Mount to the timing of His recorded miracles and how to apply both into our lives.
The Savior used parables throughout His ministry, but He never explained any of them. Hank teaches us why this is and how to apply these sacred stories into each of our individual lives.
The act of forgiveness might very well be one of the most difficult commandments we are asked to obey. And what about those who choose not to forgive us? As we study the parable of the unforgiving servant, Hank assures us that if we but desire to forgive, it is enough for the Lord.
Where do you fit into the parable of the workers in the vineyard? And how do each of the characters apply to you? Hank dives in deep, teaching us a higher level of compassion and empathy while supporting the success of others.
The book of Luke is a much more intimate look into the events throughout Christ's life. Hank helps us understand how this softer, more gentle approach helps us connect more with the characters throughout the Savior's story.
The story of the good Samaritan has a familiar theme of Christlike love and neighborly kindness. In this episode, Hank offers a potential suggestion that perhaps the story is also a symbollic representation of the plan of redemption.
The Savior showed the perfect example of how to treat the selfish and the lost. Hank explains that regardless of these character's intentions, their value is still always the same in Christ's eyes.
Do we see ourselves in the parables of the unjust steward, the nine lepers, or the rich man? Hank helps us apply these parables into our everyday lives and helps us rethink our current level of gratitude.
The gospel of John gives us insight into the personality of Christ and allows us to get to know Christ, not just about Him. Hank helps us identify some of the key players and their characteristics in the book of John as well as the roles they play throughout Christ's ministry.