Ep. 134: Did Jesus Lie?

Did Jesus really lie to his brothers?In this episode of Focused on Christ Mike and Nathan examine John 7, where Jesus navigates family pressure, public scrutiny, and religious opposition during a major Jewish festival. Discover how Jesus responded when His own brothers didn't believe in Him and challenged Him to prove Himself publicly. Learn why Jesus chose to follow God's perfect timing rather than human expectations, and how this applies to your life today. They discuss why religious leaders, despite their knowledge of Scripture, failed to recognize divine wisdom standing right before them. Understand the difference between knowing about God versus truly knowing Him personally. This episode addresses why people often reject spiritual truth even when confronted with compelling evidence, and how God's Word has unique power to transform lives beyond even miraculous signs. If you're struggling with waiting on God's timing, facing misunderstanding from family about your faith, or seeking to deepen your relationship with God beyond religious knowledge, this episode offers biblical guidance and practical wisdom. Perfect for anyone navigating confusion in their spiritual journey or seeking to understand how God works in His perfect timing rather than on our schedule.

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Focused on Christ is dedicated to exalting Christ and equipping the church. Hosted by Mike Crump and Dr. Nathan Smith, Focused on Christ looks at topics and issues facing the Christian church and filters them through the Word of God. As pastors, Mike and Nathan can help navigate theology, current events, and relational issues that crop up in and around the church in order that followers of Jesus are prepared for living the gospel life among the nations. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning on all podcasting platforms as well as YouTube and X.