Weekly Show: Episode 3 - Man's Relationship with God

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Join Tim and John as they talk about life and Man's Relationship with God.

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Show Notes for "Exploring Man's Relationship with God: A Biblical Study"

Hosts: Tim Shapley and John Howell
Duration: 60-90 minutes

Introduction

• John starts it off:
  • Brief overview of the episode's theme and purpose.
  • Importance of understanding man's relationship with God.

Friendly Chat

• Casual conversation between Tim and John.
• Personal reflections and anecdotes related to the topic.

Recent Events

• Discussion of current events or news related to faith and spirituality.
• How these events tie into the theme of the episode.

Bible Study: Exploring Man's Relationship with God Introduction

• John introduces the study:
  • Psalm 8:4: “What is man that you are mindful of him, and the son of man that you care for him?”
  • Importance of man's relationship with God throughout the Bible.
  • Overview of the study’s structure.

Session 1: God's Design for Relationship

• Tim leads the session:
  • Genesis 1:26-28: Man created in God's image for fellowship and dominion.
  • Genesis 3:8-9: God's pursuit of man after disobedience.
  • Discussion:
    • Understanding God's original design for relationship.
    • Implications for our purpose and identity.

Session 2: The Impact of Sin on Relationship

• John leads the session:
  • Genesis 3:1-13: Man's fall into sin and resulting separation from God.
  • Romans 3:23: The universal condition of sin.
  • Discussion:
    • How sin hinders our relationship with God.
    • Steps to address this barrier.

Session 3: Redemption and Reconciliation

• Tim leads the session:
  • John 3:16-17: God's love in sending Jesus for restoration.
  • 2 Corinthians 5:18-19: The ministry of reconciliation.
  • Discussion:
    • How Jesus provides means for reconciliation with God.

Session 4: Faith and Trust in Relationship

• John leads the session:
  • Hebrews 11:6: Importance of faith in pleasing God.
  • Proverbs 3:5-6: Trusting in the Lord with all our hearts.
  • Discussion:
    • Impact of faith on our relationship with God.

Session 5: Nurturing Relationship through Spiritual Disciplines

• Tim leads the session:
  • Psalm 119:105: Role of God's Word in guiding us.
  • Philippians 4:6-7: Prayer as communication with God.
  • Discussion:
    • Importance of Bible study, prayer, worship, and fellowship.

Session 6: Living in Relationship with God

• John leads the session:
  • Colossians 3:1-4: Setting our minds on things above.
  • Galatians 5:16-25: Walking by the Spirit and bearing its fruit.
  • Discussion:
    • Practical steps to live in alignment with God's will.

Conclusion

• Recap of key insights and principles learned.
• Encouragement to continue exploring and deepening relationship with God.

Closing

• Final thoughts from Tim and John.
• Invitation to tune in for the next episode.