673: Easter 7A (5/17/2026)

About this episode

This episode explores the themes of Jesus' prayer in John 17 and the Great Commission in Acts 1, focusing on unity, vulnerability, and the call to witness.

Notes John 17:1-11 Acts 1:6-14 This episode explores the profound themes of Jesus' prayer in John 17 and the Great Commission in Acts 1, emphasizing unity, vulnerability, and the call to witness. It offers deep insights into the nature of glorifying God through love, service, and community, encouraging listeners to embody these principles in their faith journey. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ascension Sunday and Context 02:58 Exploring John 17: Jesus' Prayer for Unity 05:50 The Significance of Jesus' Prayer and Its Implications 09:00 Understanding Vulnerability in Prayer 12:14 The Concept of Glory in Jesus' Prayer 14:52 The Call to Glorify and Embody Christ's Love 17:46 Reconciliation and Community in the Church 23:09 The Challenge of Inclusion in Faith 27:14 The Role of the Holy Spirit and Witnessing 28:34 Understanding the End Times 36:09 Organizing for Action 40:22 The Power of Small Beginnings

People in this episode

Hosts: Robb McCoy, Eric Fistler

Topics covered

• Easter
• unity
• vulnerability
• glorifying God
• Great Commission
• community
• faith journey

Keywords

• Easter 7A
• John 17
• Acts 1
• prayer
• unity
• community
• Holy Spirit
• inclusion
• faith

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: John 17, Acts 1

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