What Is the Purpose of Temptation?

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What Is the Purpose of Temptation?

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Jul 14, 2020

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Dr. Jeannie continues her exploration of the Book of James, focusing on the subject of faith and his encouragement to persevere during times of trials. James says that God does not tempt us with evil. We will discuss the question of temptation, its purpose and its relationship to God.

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Jul 14, 2020

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Interesting and Accessible Bible Study for Busy People - In this live program, Presvytera and Dr. Jeannie Constantinou guides us through Holy Scripture with the eyes of the Church Fathers and answers listener questions.

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John 5:16-47: In this episode, Dr. Constantinou covers the passages in John 5 where Jesus was accused of working on the Sabbath and his authority is established. by Search the Scriptures Live
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John 8:1-11: This week on Search the Scriptures Live, we will take a close look at one of the most memorable stories in the gospels: the case of the woman accused of adultery. Dr. Jeannie Constantinou, who is both a biblical scholar and an attorney, will examine the case according to Jewish law, as well as the political and societal realities which threaten the woman's fate as the extraordinary wisdom of Christ illuminates all. There is so much more to the striking story of the woman accused of adultery. by Search the Scriptures Live
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John 2 - Water Into Wine: Dr. Jeannie Constantinou begins on John chapter 2 and the story of Jesus turning the water into wine. Great insight into the times, the Theotokos, and the Son of God. At the close of the episode, she addresses a question that came in about the Apocrypha. by Search the Scriptures Live
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Introduction to the Gospel of St. John: Part Two: Dr. Constantinou continues her introduction to the Gospel of St. John while answering listener questions about the various legends related to the falling asleep of St. John, why St. John was referred to as Christ's favorite, why St. John is associated with the eagle, and whether or not St. John was gay. by Search the Scriptures Live
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John 6: Dr. Constantinou discusses the dividing of the loaves and fish. by Search the Scriptures Live
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The Raising of Lazarus: Dr. Constantinou welcomes guest Andreas Panayiotou to discuss the account of the raising of Lazarus in the Gospel of John. by Search the Scriptures Live
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Parousia: The Second Coming of Christ: We are continuing our crash course on St. Paul and his epistles. Tonight we focus on 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Paul wrote these letters to explain the Parousia, the Second Coming of Christ. What issues had arisen among the Christians of Thessalonika that led them to enquire about the Second Coming, and what does St.Paul say about it? Join us live tonight with Dr. Jeannie Constantinou to find out! by Search the Scriptures Live
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John 2 Wrap Up: Dr. Jeannie Constantinou finishes up John chapter 2 with a review of what we've learned so far. by Search the Scriptures Live
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John 7 - Feast of Tabernacles (Continued): When the Lord appears in the Temple for the Feast of Tabernacles, controversy swirls around him. The crowd is divided. Supporters believe he is the Messiah while accusations are raised against him by the Jewish leaders. An attempt by Nicodemus to ensure a fair trial for Jesus is harshly rebuffed. At least eight objections are raised against him in this crucial section of the gospel. What are the reasons for his ejection, and how does Jesus, through the pen of St. John, respond to Jewish rejection of his true identity? Join us this week on Search the Scriptures LIVE! as the dramatic scene intensifies and culminates in an attempt to stone Jesus. by Search the Scriptures Live
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What Is the Purpose of Temptation?

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