Impact Nations Podcast

11-5 - The Other Side of the Cross: Three Great Truths

In this fifth episode of our Resurrection Series, Steve and Tim turn to Paul’s sweeping proclamation of the Gospel in 1 Corinthians 15—the “resurrection chapter.” They unpack what it means to have a living hope through the resurrection of Christ and why that matters for us today. Key topics include: * The centrality of resurrection to the Gospel * Paul’s response to Greek dualism and modern misunderstandings * The enemies of Christ: death, sin, and the powers (not people!) * What Scripture and the Church Fathers say about resurrected bodies * The difference between defeat and destruction of death * What “God will be all in all” really means * Why our work today echoes into eternity Quote of the week: > “The resurrection doesn’t point to an alternate reality—it invites us into the ultimate reality we’re already part of.” 🟡 Join the global mission: https://www.impactnations.com/monthly-giving-champions [https://www.impactnations.com/monthly-giving-champions] 📲 Subscribe to this podcast and leave us a review—your engagement helps spread the Gospel! #ResurrectionHope #1Corinthians15 #ImpactNationsPodcast #ChristusVictor #KingdomNow #ChristianTheology #GospelOfHope #DeathDefeated #NTWright #SteveStewart #TimStewart

11-4 - The Other Side of the Cross: The Subject of All Scripture

In this fourth episode of our Resurrection Series, Tim and Steve journey down the Emmaus Road (Luke 24:13–35) to explore how the resurrected Christ reveals Himself in all of Scripture—especially the Old Testament. Far more than symbolic or prophetic references, we discover that Christ is eternally present in the Scriptures—indwelling time itself and inviting us to encounter Him in a living, sacramental way. This episode dives into: * Why Luke 24 contains the longest resurrection story in the Gospels * How Eucharist opens our eyes to recognize Christ * What "sacramental time" means and why it matters * Christophanies, typology, and Jesus’ ongoing presence in the Old Testament * Why reading Scripture with Jesus changes everything * The beauty of Christ pursuing us—even when we’re stuck in disappointment 💖 Support the mission: https://www.impactnations.com/monthly-giving-champions 📘 Grab the book: https://a.co/d/e0yN8v7 🔔 Subscribe and join us every Thursday as we follow the Resurrected King into deeper revelation. #ResurrectionSeries #ImpactNations #ChristInScripture #OldTestamentJesus #Typology #SacramentalTime #Eucharist #RoadToEmmaus #JesusRevealed #PodcastTheology

11-3 - The Other Side of the Cross: We Must Not Be Passive

In this third episode of our Resurrection Series, Tim and Steve explore one of the most misunderstood disciples—Thomas. Was he really a doubter… or just a man who longed for the same encounter his friends had? This powerful conversation will challenge how we think about doubt, belief, church community, and what it means to bear the marks of grace. 💡 What you’ll discover in this episode: * Why Jesus showed His wounds—and what it means for us * Two interpretations of “if you retain the sins of any” (John 20:23) * Why shame is never from God * How Jesus meets each person uniquely in their pain * The power of inclusion and the danger of religious scapegoating * The connection between resurrection, Eucharist, and true humanity 📌 "The church is not a community of judgment. It’s a community of the forgiven.” 💖 Support the mission: https://www.impactnations.com/monthly-giving-champions [https://www.impactnations.com/monthly-giving-champions] ➡️ Want to experience it firsthand? Join the next Journey of Compassion: https://www.impactnations.com/joc #ResurrectionSeries #DoubtingThomas #ImpactNations #KingdomCome #Forgiveness #Eucharist #Discipleship #CommunityOfGrace #ChristianLeadership #NewCreation #John20

11-2 - The Other Side of the Cross: Marks of God's Grace

What does it mean that Jesus still has scars after the resurrection? Why does He breathe on His disciples? And what is the significance of Mary Magdalene’s encounter in the garden? In this powerful follow-up to Episode 1, Tim and Steve explore John 20:11–23, uncovering deep truths about identity, commissioning, and the Spirit-breathed birth of the Church. In this episode, we discuss: * Mary Magdalene as the first apostle * Jesus’ command: “Do not cling to me” * Peace as more than a greeting—it’s a commissioning * The new creation breath of the Spirit * Resurrection life in a wounded world 🟢 Listen now and be encouraged to live as a Spirit-filled witness to the risen Christ. 💖 Support the mission: https://www.impactnations.com/monthly-giving-champions [https://www.impactnations.com/monthly-giving-champions] #ResurrectionSeries #ImpactNationsPodcast #MaryMagdalene #NewCreation #BreathOfGod #HolySpirit #BibleStudy #KingdomOfGod

11-1 - The Other Side of the Cross: On Holy Ground

We're back with a brand-new series on the Impact Nations Podcast—this time, digging deep into the resurrection of Jesus. Tim and Steve Stewart kick things off with the Gospel of John and explore how three often-overlooked details—the folded face cloth, the angels inside the tomb, and Jesus being mistaken as a gardener—are actually rich with theological meaning and profound relevance for our lives today. 📌 In this episode: * What the folded face cloth reveals about Jesus and Moses * How the angels point to the reestablishment of the mercy seat * Why Jesus as a gardener is more than just a case of mistaken identity * What the resurrection means for our own humanity * How to see Jesus clearly in places of grief, darkness, and death * The role of the resurrection in Christian creeds and Church tradition * Practical encouragement for walking by faith—not by sight This is the first of six episodes in a journey through John and Luke's post-resurrection accounts. Let’s explore what it means to live resurrection life today. 📖 Scripture References: John 20, 1 Corinthians 15, Jeremiah 31, Exodus 37, Genesis 1, Proverbs 8 🌍 Support the work: https://www.impactnations.com/monthly-giving-champions 🎙️ #ImpactNationsPodcast #Resurrection #FaceCloth #MercySeat #DivineGardener #JesusIsAlive #NewCovenant #NewCreation #JohnsGospel #Christianity #Faith #Creeds #BiblicalTheology #SteveStewart #TimStewart #KingdomOfGod