Michael and Gianna explore the connections between the Old Testament and the concept of new creation, highlighting the themes of restoration and the overlap of heaven and earth. They also discuss different versions of the gospel and emphasize the importance of understanding Jesus as king and living in his kingdom. The conversation concludes with the reminder that the gospel is not solely about personal benefits, but about fulfilling God's purpose and mission.
Takeaways
- The concept of new creation is a prevalent theme in the Bible, representing restoration and the overlap of heaven and earth.
- Understanding Jesus as king is crucial to fully grasp the gospel and live in his kingdom.
- Different versions of the gospel, such as the belief in heaven or freedom from rules, can be incomplete and me-centric.
- The gospel is ultimately about fulfilling God's purpose and mission, rather than solely personal benefits. The Bible is not about us, but about Jesus and his role in bringing about new creation.
- Being in Christ means being part of the team that brings about new creation.
- The genealogy of Jesus points to the fulfillment of the Old Testament and the coming of new creation.
- The themes of the kingdom, healings, and the commandments of Jesus are all part of the new creation.
- The renewal of all things is the ultimate goal of new creation.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and setting a world record
10:09 - Old and New Creation in Matthew
24:45 - Different Versions of the Gospel
30:43 - The Gospel as God's Purpose and Mission
34:23 - Being in Christ
36:19 - Jesus as the fulfillment of the Old Testament
38:15 - The genealogy of Jesus
40:34 - The theme of new creation in Matthew
49:11 - The theme of the kingdom in Matthew
50:05 - Healings as part of the new creation
55:06 - The commandments of Jesus as the restoration of God's original intentions
59:37 - The renewal of all things