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Walnut Grove

Walnut Grove

著者: Tim Shapley and John Howell
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Welcome to Walnut Grove, your spiritual haven for insightful sermons and engaging Bible study! Immerse yourself in the wisdom of the scriptures as we explore the profound teachings of the Bible. Our podcast is dedicated to nurturing your faith and deepening your understanding of the Word. Join us each week as we deliver powerful sermons that inspire, motivate, and provide practical guidance for navigating life’s journey. Whether you’re seeking spiritual nourishment, a sense of community, or simply a deeper connection with your faith, Walnut Grove is here to support you on your spiritual path. Our Bible study sessions go beyond surface interpretations, delving into the historical context, cultural nuances, and timeless lessons found in the scriptures. Discover the relevance of biblical teachings to your everyday life and gain valuable insights that will empower you to live with purpose and grace. Hosted by passionate and knowledgeable Rev. Timothy (Tim) Shapley, Walnut Grove is committed to creating a welcoming space for individuals of all backgrounds and levels of faith. Tune in, engage with the teachings, and let the transformative power of the Bible guide you on your journey of spiritual growth. Subscribe to Walnut Grove today and embark on a fulfilling exploration of the scriptures that will deepen your connection with God and enrich your spiritual life.Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. キリスト教 スピリチュアリティ ノンフィクション犯罪 聖職・福音主義
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  • The Weekly Show: Episode 60 - John 17
    2025/07/31
    Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 17 Verses 1-26 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 17:1–26 This is holy ground. John 17 gives us something no other Gospel does—a full, intimate look into the actual prayer Jesus prayed the night before the cross. Often called the High Priestly Prayer, this chapter isn’t just a closing moment—it’s the beating heart of Jesus' mission, voiced aloud. He prays for three things: For Himself—that the Father would glorify Him through the cross. For His disciples—that they would be protected, sanctified, and unified as they’re sent into the world. For us—those who would believe through their message. Let that sink in: You are in this prayer. Jesus looked ahead—beyond the cross, beyond the resurrection—and saw every person who would come to know Him. He prayed for your faith. Your unity. Your closeness to Him and to the Father. This isn’t just a moment of reflection; it’s a moment of revelation. We’re listening in on God the Son speaking to God the Father, with nothing hidden, nothing withheld. Every word is soaked in love, purpose, and the longing for us to share in the glory of God. As we enter John 17, pause and prepare your heart. This is more than theology—it’s worship. This is more than doctrine—it’s Jesus’ deepest desire for you. Key Theme One: “Glorify Your Son” (vv. 1–5) Jesus begins His prayer with eyes lifted to heaven—not downcast in defeat, but fixed on His Father in confidence. “The hour has come.” This is the moment everything has been leading to. The cross is not a detour in Jesus’ mission—it’s the destination. In it, the Son will be glorified, and through it, the Father will be glorified. Glory through Obedience. Jesus isn't asking for rescue; He’s asking for glory through sacrifice. The glory of Jesus isn’t only in His power to perform miracles—but in His humility to die for sinners. Eternal Life Defined. Jesus gives us a clear, simple definition of eternal life: “That they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.” Eternal life isn’t just endless time—it’s a relationship. It starts now, with knowing the Father and the Son. Mission Accomplished. “I glorified You on earth… I have accomplished the work You gave Me to do.” Even before the cross, Jesus sees His obedience as complete. He’s lived in perfect unity with the Father—everything He did pointed back to God’s glory. A Return to Divine Glory. Jesus now asks to return to the glory He had before the world existed—a reminder of His divine nature. This prayer is not the cry of a mere prophet or teacher. It’s the Son of God preparing to return to His rightful place—having finished the work of redemption. Reflection: In these first five verses, we see Jesus’ heart: He longs for glory—not for fame or comfort—but that the Father would be known and loved through His obedience. That same heart should live in us: a desire to glorify God in every moment, even the painful ones. Key Theme Two: Jesus Prays for His Disciples 1. Identity and Origin of the Disciples (vv. 6–8) "I have revealed You to those You gave Me out of the world. They were Yours; You gave them to Me..." Chosen by the Father: Jesus frames the disciples not as His personal followers but as a gift entrusted to Him by the Father. This points to divine sovereignty in salvation—God chose and gave them to the Son. Revelation and Response: Jesus has “manifested” the Father’s name—meaning He revealed the true nature and character of God. The disciples received this revelation with faith (v. 8), albeit imperfectly. Implication for Today: Discipleship begins with divine initiative. Evangelism and Christian formation are not human projects but divine responses to God’s calling and revealing work. 2. Jesus’ Specific Intercession for His Own (vv. 9–10) "I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those You have given Me..." Focused Prayer: Jesus prays specifically for His disciples—not for the world at large in this moment, but for those who carry forward His mission. This doesn't mean the world is excluded from His love (cf. John 3:16), but that this moment is set apart for strengthening the Church. Unity of Glory: “All I have is Yours…” highlights the mutual indwelling between Father and Son, shared with the disciples. It’s an echo of divine unity extended toward believers. 3. Prayer for Protection and Unity (vv. 11–12) "Holy Father, protect them by the power of Your name… so that they may be one..." Protection: Jesus does not ask for the disciples to be removed from danger but that they would be protected spiritually. He emphasizes God’s Name—that is, God’s authority, character, and power—as the means of preservation. Unity: This is not mere cooperation, but ...
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  • Sermon: Step Into The Water
    2025/07/27
    Sermon Date: 7/27/2025 Bible Verses: Joshua 3 Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new- Main Theme: God calls us to step forward in faith—even when the way ahead seems uncertain. Like Israel at the Jordan, we are called to trust that God will go before us and make a way where there is no way. Devotional Reflection: “Go and Trust” The people of Israel had come to the edge of the Promised Land. After 40 years of wandering, failing, and learning in the wilderness, the moment had finally arrived. They could see the promise. It was real. Tangible. Just beyond the horizon. But between them and that promise flowed a flooded Jordan River. This wasn’t a trickling stream or ankle-deep wade. As Joshua 3:15 tells us, it was harvest season—when the Jordan overflowed all its banks. It surged with fast-moving, dangerous water. There were no bridges. No boats. No natural crossing point. From a human standpoint, the way forward was impossible. And yet, in the face of that impossible barrier, Joshua issued a call not to panic, but to prepare: “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do wonders among you.” (Joshua 3:5) Joshua didn’t know the mechanics of what God would do. He just knew that God would act. That’s faith: trusting in God's character before you see His plan. Then came the instruction—one that defies common sense and safety protocols: “When the soles of the feet of the priests bearing the ark… rest in the waters… the waters shall be cut off…” (Joshua 3:13) In other words: Step in first. Before the waters part. Before you see the miracle. Before the “safe way” appears. God wasn’t asking them to stand on dry ground and then follow. He was asking them to trust Him in motion. To take a risk on His Word. To get their feet wet. Spiritual Truth: God doesn’t always show us the whole path. Often, He waits for us to step out before He reveals what’s next. Just as the priests had to trust God with their first step into the river, we too must trust Him with our next step—even if it looks risky, even if we’re afraid. God’s presence, represented by the ark of the covenant, went ahead of them (v. 3). He wasn’t asking them to go alone. He was going before them—to lead, to part the waters, to prove He is faithful. This moment redefines faith for us. Faith isn’t just waiting for God to act—it’s moving in obedience even when the outcome is unclear. Too often we stand at the edge of our own “flooded Jordan,” saying: “Lord, show me the dry ground first.”“Open the door, then I’ll walk through.”“Make it safe, and then I’ll trust.” But God says: “Step in. Trust Me to meet you there.” The miracle didn’t happen until they moved. It wasn’t their strength or cleverness that brought the breakthrough—it was their obedience. God was already prepared to act; He was just waiting for their faith to activate the process. Application Questions: What river stands in your way today? A decision you’ve been putting off until you “feel more certain”?A step of faith—into ministry, forgiveness, generosity, or healing—that looks too risky?A calling from God that demands movement before clarity? Don’t wait for the river to part. Step in. God doesn’t ask for perfection—He asks for trust. He calls you to walk by faith, not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7), to lean not on your understanding (Proverbs 3:5), and to obey without full visibility. Encouragement: God is still the One who makes a way through impossible waters. Isaiah 43:2 – “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, Nor shall the flame scorch you.”Proverbs 3:5–6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; 6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall [a]direct your paths.”Hebrews 11:29 – 29 “By faith they passed through the Red Sea as by dry land, whereas the Egyptians, attempting to do so, were drowned.” The priests weren’t stepping into the river alone. They were carrying the Ark of the Covenant, the symbol of God’s presence and power. They weren’t moving forward on their own strength—they were following God’s leading. And so are you. If God has called you forward, He will go before you. If He has asked you to step in, He will hold the waters back. But first—you have to move. If He brought you this far, He will not leave you now.
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  • The Weekly Show: Episode 59 - John 16:25-33
    2025/07/24
    Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study John Chapter 16 Verses 25-33 Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/ Introduction to John 16:25–33 As Jesus closes His Farewell Discourse in John 16, He offers His disciples a final word of clarity, reassurance, and courage. In verses 25–33, He moves from metaphor and parable to plain speech, helping them begin to understand more fully who He is and what is about to happen. Jesus knows the disciples are still struggling. They believe, but their understanding is fragile. He meets them where they are—offering both affirmation of their faith and honesty about their weakness. He tells them they will scatter. They will leave Him alone. And yet, He reminds them: He is not alone—the Father is with Him. This passage ends with one of the most powerful promises in all of Scripture: “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” Here, Jesus prepares them for reality—not just for that dark weekend ahead, but for their entire journey as His witnesses. They will face trouble. They will face fear. But they are not defeated people—they are anchored in the victory of Christ. Key Themes We’ll Explore Jesus moves from figurative to plain speech—clarity after confusion The disciples’ fragile faith and Jesus’ patient response The foretelling of their abandonment—and Jesus’ trust in the Father The tension between tribulation and peace in the life of a disciple The promise of victory: “Take heart; I have overcome the world” John 16 ends not with fear, but with courage. Jesus does not offer false hope or empty optimism. He offers something better: peace in Him, and the unshakable truth that He has already won. Key Theme One: Speaking Plainly and the Disciples’ Awakening (John 16:25–30) 1. From Metaphors to Clarity (v. 25) Up to this point, Jesus had often spoken in parables, metaphors, and symbolic language. But now, with the cross just hours away, He promises a shift: clarity is coming. When the resurrection occurs, when the Spirit is poured out—everything will begin to make sense. The disciples won’t just hear about the Father; they’ll begin to know Him personally and directly through Christ. Jesus isn’t just teaching truths—He is ushering in a new reality of relationship. 2. A New Kind of Prayer Life (v. 26–27) “In that day you will ask in my name… for the Father himself loves you, because you have loved me and have believed that I came from God.” Jesus assures them: the Father loves you. Not reluctantly, not distantly—but personally. Because they love and trust Jesus, they are welcomed into intimate access with God the Father. This is a major shift. The disciples—simple fishermen, tax collectors, everyday men—are being told: “You don’t need a go-between. The Father Himself hears you, loves you, and welcomes your prayers in My name.” 3. The Disciples’ Confession of Faith (vv. 28–30) “Now you are speaking plainly… Now we know that you know all things… this is why we believe that you came from God.” Something is beginning to click. The disciples are awakening—their understanding is still limited, but their faith is growing. They declare that they now believe Jesus truly came from God. Even though they still don’t fully grasp the cross or resurrection, they’re reaching out with childlike trust: “Now we know. We believe.” And Jesus receives that confession, not with scorn, but with patience—because He knows what they will face. Key Takeaways Jesus promises a day of clarity—and that day comes through His resurrection and the Spirit’s work. The Father is not distant—He loves those who love Jesus, and welcomes their prayers with joy. The disciples’ faith, though imperfect, is real—and Jesus honors even small, growing trust. Knowing God isn't about mastering theology—it’s about loving Christ and being drawn into relationship with the Father. We, too, live in the “after” of resurrection—in the day of plain speech, bold prayer, and direct access to the Father. Key Theme Two: Scattered but Not Alone (John 16:31–33) 1. Jesus Challenges Their Confidence (v. 31) The disciples just made a bold declaration: “Now we believe!” But Jesus—lovingly and honestly—asks, “Do you now believe?” It’s not a rejection of their faith, but a sobering reminder: Faith will be tested. The real trial is just ahead. Their belief is sincere, but fragile. In moments, their confidence will falter. Jesus knows this—and still walks with them. 2. The Coming Scattering (v. 32) “The hour is coming… you will be scattered… and leave me alone.” This is prophetic and personal. The disciples will flee in fear when Jesus is arrested. Peter will deny Him. The rest will hide. They won’t be there for Him in His greatest earthly hour of need. But Jesus doesn’t condemn them. He ...
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    31 分
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