The Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast
JOHN040 - We’re Not Guessing Here; Moses and Jesus Hung Out and Moses Was Clearly on Board with the Jesus Thing
· Summarized
Key takeaways
- Moses foretold the coming of Jesus and wanted the people to recognize and follow him.
- The glory of the New Covenant is superior and everlasting compared to the Old Covenant given to Moses.
- In the Transfiguration, God affirmed Jesus’ divinity, showing that Moses was supportive of Jesus’ mission.
- The continuity of the biblical narrative calls for followers to listen and obey Jesus as the fulfillment of the law.
Summary
Moses and Jesus: A Prophetic Connection
In this episode, Matt discusses the connections between Moses and Jesus, highlighting how Moses predicted Jesus’ coming and urged the people to listen to him. Peter’s speech in Acts is examined, focusing on how Moses spoke of a prophet who would emerge from among the people and the implications of that prophecy for the Jewish audience.
The Glory of the New Covenant
Matt dives into 2 Corinthians 3:7-11, exploring the comparison between the glory of the Old Covenant given to Moses and the surpassing glory of the New Covenant in Christ. He emphasizes that Moses' glory was fading, while the glory associated with Jesus is permanent and life-giving.
The Transfiguration: Divine Affirmation
The episode culminates in discussing the Transfiguration of Jesus in Matthew 17, where Moses and Elijah appear alongside Jesus. This dramatic event serves as a clear affirmation of Jesus’ divine status, reinforcing the message that Moses was fully supportive of Jesus and highlighting the Father’s command to "listen to him." Matt notes how this moment illustrates Moses' anticipated role in pointing to Jesus.
A Call to Follow Jesus
Matt concludes the podcast by reinforcing that the narrative across the Bible, from Moses to the New Testament, calls for followers to listen to and obey Jesus. The idea that Moses and the law are not in opposition, but rather prepare the way for Jesus, is emphasized as essential for understanding the continuity of the biblical message.
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Show notes
John 1:16-18
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Music by Jeff Foote
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