The Word of God from Scripture preached at the Venice church of Christ, Los Angeles, California. All lessons by Ethan R. Longhenry unless otherwise noted.
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How would God prove to be the God of the living, not the dead, in the valley of dry bones? How has God made all His people one? Dry Bones and Sticks | Ezekiel 37:1-28 | Ezekiel's Hope Outline | Conversation
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The Relation Between the Catholic Faith and Natural Science | Dr. Gregory Townsend
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Do you want to learn more about the complementarity of faith and reason and how Catholics should approach the sciences? Listend to this lecture to learn what Pope St. John Paul II and other Catholic teachings have to say on the subject.By Christendom College
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Why would God restore Israel? How can we be the kind of people who share in God's restoration of Israel? A Heart of Flesh | Ezekiel 36:16-38 | Ezekiel's Hope Outline | Conversation
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Proclaim to the Mountains | Ezekiel 35:1-36:15
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What did YHWH command Ezekiel to prophesy to the mountains of Seir and Israel? How would the word of YHWH against Edom and for Israel find its fulfillment in the Second Temple Period? How did Ezekiel's hope find its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus the Christ? Proclaim to the Mountains | Ezekiel 35:1-36:15 | Ezekiel's Hope Outline | Conversation…
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Why did Ezekiel condemn the leaders of Israel? What hope and encouragement did Ezekiel provide for Israel? How did Jesus prove to be the Good Shepherd of Israel? YHWH the Shepherd | Ezekiel 34:1-31 | Ezekiel's Hope Outline | Conversation
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What Happens at Mass? The Priesthood of Christ and Liturgical Participation | Dr. Robert J. Matava
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What does it mean to say that the Mass “makes Calvary present”? How does the Church participate in the priestly work of Christ? Are you looking to enter more profoundly into the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass? If so, this is the lecture for you.By Christendom College
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What would happen to the Kingdoms of Israel and Judah after the days of Elijah? How would these kingdoms meet their end? The Second Book of Kings | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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How could the Jewish people exult in the restoration of Zion? How would the disciples weep but then see their mourning turned to joy? How can we sow with weeping but have confidence we will reap with joy? Restored Fortunes | Psalm 126:1-6 | Hope in Psalm Outline | Conversation A song of ascents. When YHWH restored the well-being of Zion, we thought…
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How did David celebrate God and the Davidic king? How did the Spirit speak through David about what God would accomplish through Jesus the Christ? How can we draw encouragement from Psalm 110? Right Hand of Power | Psalm 110:1-7 | Hope in Psalm Outline | Conversation A psalm of David. Here is YHWH's proclamation to my lord: “Sit down at my right ha…
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How did David celebrate his relationship with God? How would David better speak of the Christ than himself in Psalm 16:1-11? How can we well celebrate our relationship with God and the prospect of eternal life? Not Abandoned to Sheol | Psalm 16:1-11 | Hope in Psalm Outline | Conversation A prayer of David. Protect me, O God, for I have taken shelte…
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Lewis and Tolkien on the Necessity of Chivalry | Prof. Michael Strickland
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Both C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien were inspired by time-honored medieval tales. Chivalry plays a key role in medieval English literature, yet Lewis and Tolkien seem to view it very differently – Lewis as a virtue, Tolkien as a vice. "Lewis and Tolkien on the Necessity of Chivalry" dives into essays by both men on the topic, ultimately finding comm…
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How did David understand YHWH as His shepherd? How can Christians see themselves as shepherded by God in Christ through the Spirit? How can we celebrate the resurrection in Psalm 23:1-6? YHWH My Shepherd | Psalm 23:1-6 | Comfort in Psalm Outline | Conversation A psalm of David. YHWH is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He takes me to lush pastures, he l…
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How would the Kingdom of Israel endure after David? What happened when Solomon was king? Why did Israel and Judah divide? How did Elijah stand up against the idolatry of Ahab? The First Book of Kings | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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What did David think about when looking upon the night sky? How did David encode a story about the Christ as the Son of Man in his meditation? How can we take comfort from David's meditations? Mindful of Man | Psalm 8:1-9 | Comfort in Psalm Outline | Conversation For the music director, according to the gittith style; a psalm of David. O YHWH, our …
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Plato and Augustine on the Purpose of Mathematics | Dr. Douglas Dailey
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The ultimate purpose of mathematics is not a topic frequently discussed. However, if you want to learn how math can lead us to knowledge of God, you should listen to this lecture. Dr. Douglas Dailey goes beyond the application of mathematics to explore how math unlocks the knowledge of true being—and God.…
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What did Paul mean by an "eternal weight of glory" in 2 Corinthians 4:17? Is an "eternal weight" even a good thing? How can we take great comfort and encouragement from the eternal weight of glory awaiting the believer when the Lord Jesus returns? Eternal Weight of Glory | Hope in Glory Outline | Conversation For our momentary, light suffering is p…
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Why did Paul groan and yearn to be clothed in the resurrection? What's the problem today, and what is its solution? How can we draw encouragement for ourselves and others in yearning to be clothed in the resurrection? Clothed in the Resurrection | Hope in Glory Outline | Conversation
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How can Paul speak of what he suffered as "light momentary affliction"? How can Christians best understand and endure difficulties, suffering, and trial? What does the Gospel have to say about such things? Light Momentary Affliction | Hope in Glory Outline | Conversation
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The Church and Suffering | Dr. Andrew Montanaro
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I'm sure you've heard family and friends question how a loving God can allow suffering. Perhaps you've even wrestled with the question yourself. With Dr. Montanaro as your guide, you'll learn how suffering forms an essential part of God's plan—so much so that He sent His Son to die on the cross for our salvation.…
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Does 2 Samuel have anything to do with Samuel? What can we gain from the narratives regarding the rule of David as king of Judah and Israel? 2 Samuel | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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What difficulties attend to drugs and their use? How should Christians approach drugs in light of what God has made known in Christ? Drugs | Chemical Temptations Outline | Conversation Photo by Myriam Zilles on Unsplash
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What does the Bible have to say about alcohol? When does alcohol become a problem? Should Christians make a blanket condemnation of any and all consumption of alcohol? Alcohol | Chemical Temptations Outline | Conversation
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Inculturation and the Evangelization of China | Dr. Christopher Lane
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Join Christendom College professor Dr. Christopher Lane for his lecture on Inculturation and the Evangelization of China. From the time of the apostles, the deposit of faith has formed and transformed cultures, lived out uniquely across various cultures. This lecture will explore how Catholicism took root in China, forming a new Chinese Catholic cu…
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What is 1 Samuel about? What was the promise, and the ultimate tragedy, of the reign of Saul? The First Letter of Samuel | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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Peace Upon the Israel of God | Galatians 6:1-18
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How can we best walk according to the Spirit as we relate toward one another? How can we be part of the Israel of God? Peace Upon the Israel of God | Galatians 6:1-18 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation Brothers and sisters, if a person is discovered in some sin, you who are spiritual restore such a person in a spirit of gentlen…
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How could Jesus liberate us to serve one another in love? How can Paul speak of loving neighbor as oneself as the fulfillment of the Law? Called to Freedom | Galatians 5:1-26 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be subject again to the yoke of slavery. Listen! I, Pa…
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What is the book of Ruth all about? What made Ruth's story of life and faith so extraordinary? Ruth | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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Cultivating Contemplation Today: A Few Philosophical Suggestions | Dr. John Cuddeback
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Join Christendom College professor Dr. John Cuddeback for this lecture examining practical principles from the master of contemplation, St. Thomas Aquinas. No matter our state in life, we are all called to contemplation as part of our identity and fulfilment, even amidst the challenges and chaos of today.…
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From what did Jesus liberate all of us? In what controversial and shocking ways did Paul characterize the Law of Moses and the old covenant? Children of Freedom | Galatians 4:1-5:1 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation Now I mean that the heir, as long as he is a minor, is no different from a slave, though he is the owner of every…
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What does it mean for all Christians to be clothed with Christ and equal in Him? How did Paul well demonstrate how the Law of Moses was not applicable to Gentile Christians? Clothed With Christ | Galatians 3:1-29 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation You foolish Galatians! Who has cast a spell on you? Before your eyes Jesus Christ…
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How did Paul demonstrate the consistency of the Gospel between himself and those in Jerusalem? What does it mean to be crucified with Christ? Crucified With Christ | Galatians 2:1-21 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation Then after fourteen years I went up to Jerusalem again with Barnabas, taking Titus along too. I went there beca…
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What can we know about Paul's letter to the Galatians? Why was Paul so frustrated with the Galatian Christians? Why did Paul insist so strenuously on having received the Gospel by revelation? A Different Gospel | Galatians 1:1-24 Outline | Conversation From Paul, an apostle (not from men, nor by human agency, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father …
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What is the book of Judges all about? How well did it go for Israel as twelve autonomous tribes ruled over by YHWH? Judges | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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How Beauty Will Save the World | Dr. Michael Rubin
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Learn about the true nature of beauty, its importance for our lives, and why Beauty not only can but will undoubtedly save the world. Christendom professor Dr. Michael Rubin will help you discover "How Beauty Will Save the World."By Christendom College
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Why are Americans so interested in ancestry and genealogy? How can we root ourselves in God and His people? Finding Our Roots Outline | Conversation Photo by Zoltan Tasi on Unsplash
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Our Lady’s Ring: Reflections on the Structure of the Rosary | Prof. Daniel Spiotta
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Join Christendom Professor Daniel Spiottaas as he explores the structure of the Rosary from a unique perspective that illuminates fascinating new insights. The mysteries of the Rosary tell the story of Our Lady's life with Christ, and like any good story, they are artfully arranged. By reflecting on the ring-structure of the Rosary, we can come to …
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What is the book of Joshua about? How did God prove faithful to His promises in Joshua? Joshua | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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How can the people of God do better when it comes to treating people with disabilities? How can we make sense of the treatment of the disabled and ill in the Old Testament? What hope can animate us regarding disability and faith? Disability and Faith Outline | Conversation
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How can disability exist if God made all things well? How do we all experience disability and limitation? What hope can we cherish regarding disability in the resurrection? Theology and Disability | Disability and Faith Outline | Conversation
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What makes the prosperity gospel so pernicious? Why does the prosperity gospel show up in strange places? How can we resist the siren song of the prosperity gospel in all its forms? The Prosperity Gospel | Disability and Faith Outline | Conversation
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For the Love of Mary: Music for Our Lady in 17th-Century Venice | Dr. Sara Pecknold
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Join Christendom professor Dr. Sara Pecknold as she explores the importance of music for our lives as Catholics and as a means of glorifying God. Music holds a unique place of influence in all our lives. Because of its constant presence and its indisputable power to move our souls, music should be put to its highest purpose: to praise God and lead …
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What is Deuteronomy all about? Why did Moses rehearse the Law again for Israel? What can we gain from Deuteronomy? Deuteronomy | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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What is grief? Why must we grieve? How can we best support those who grieve? Grief | Death and Grief Outline | Conversation
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Why do we die? How have we become so death afraid and avoidant? How can we live in the face of death? Death | Death and Grief Outline | Conversation
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Which promises has God fulfilled in Jesus? Which promises have yet to find their fulfillment? Can we have confidence God will do what He has promised? The Promise in Christ | The Promise Outline | Conversation
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How did Israel maintain faith in YHWH despite the existential crisis of exile? What promises did YHWH make to Israel? How did YHWH accomplish the restoration promised to Israel? The Promise to Israel | The Promise Outline | Conversation
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What did YHWH promise to David? How did it seem the promise failed? How would the promise find its fulfillment? The Promise to David | The Promise Outline | Conversation
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What did God promise to Abraham? How did God prove faithful to His promises to Abraham? By what means has God blessed the nations through the Descendant of Abraham? The Promise to Abraham | The Promise Outline | Conversation
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Why December 25th? Inculturating Christmas in the Early Church | Dr. Hugh O'Donnell
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This Principles Live Lecture was broadcast from our annual Christmas at Christendom event for our President's Council benefactors.By Christendom College
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What is Numbers all about? How can we maintain strong faith in God in times of difficulty? Numbers | Books of the Bible Outline | Conversation
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