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Jesus - Sin and Curse
The Son of God became the Son of Man and was "made sin" according to the Scriptures. What should we understand about this way of speaking of Jesus?
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Jesus - The Resurrection
What does it mean to say that Jesus is "The Resurrection"? Today Fr. Tom dives deeply into the significance of the Gospel as it relates to the resurrection of Christ.
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Jesus - Our Redeemer
What does it mean to say that we are "bought with a price"? Fr. Tom talks about redemption and how Christ has "purchased us" with his own blood or Life.
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Jesus - Name Above Every Name
In this final reflection in the Names of Jesus series, Fr. Tom Hopko shows how the Name of Jesus is supreme.
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Jesus - Pioneer and Perfector
In this next to last episode in the Names of Jesus series, Fr. Tom takes us to Hebrews 12 where the RSV tells us that Jesus is the "Pioneer and Perfector" of our Faith.
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Jesus - Mediator and Intercessor
Holy Scripture tells us there is "One Mediator between God and men" (I Timothy 2:5). Fr. Tom Hopko teaches on Christ as our Mediator and Intercessor.
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Jesus - The Head
Jesus is the Head of the Church and the Head of the Body which is the Church. Fr. Thomas reflects on this title for Christ in this new episode.
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Jesus - Cornerstone, Shrine, and Temple
Several places in Holy Scripture, there are architectural images given to describe our Lord. Fr. Thomas reflects on them in today's episode.
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Jesus - The Physician
We know that Jesus is the Healer of soul and body, and the New Testament is replete with accounts of his miraculous works. But how do we differentiate between Jesus as the Healer and Jesus as the Physician?
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Jesus - True and Faithful Witness
What is the testimony of the Lord Jesus Christ as described in the Book of Revelation? Fr. Tom Hopko explores this with us in his next episode of The Names of Jesus.
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Jesus - Pastor and Bishop
As Fr. Tom comes close to the end of this series, he explores with us the name of Jesus as Pastor and Bishop.
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Jesus - Angel and Apostle
Fr. Tom continues his series on the Names of Jesus by exploring two names that we do not usually associate with Christ.
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Jesus - Friend and Brother
We affirm as central to the Great Tradition both the divinity and humanity of Jesus, but today Fr. Tom focuses on the humanity of Christ as our Friend and Brother.
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Jesus - The Holy One of God
In his continuing series on the Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom Hopko explores Jesus as the Holy One of God.
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Jesus - The Heir
In this next episode of The Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom talks about the inheritance that God promises to his people that comes to us through Christ.
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Jesus - The Firstfruit
In a previous episode, Fr. Tom talked about Jesus as the "Firstborn," but there is another similar image in Scripture that describes Jesus as the "Firstfruit."
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Jesus - The Bridegroom
This week we will hear a lot about the Bridegroom in our Holy Week services. Who is this Bridegroom and what is the significance of that title?
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Jesus - The Chosen and Beloved
In his continuing series on the names of Jesus, Fr. Thomas looks at the meaning behind the scriptural references to God's chosen ones through whom came God's Chosen One.
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Jesus - The Firstborn
What is the significance of the firstborn son in ancient culture and how does that relate to Christ?
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Jesus - The Paraclete
While normally associated with the Holy Spirit, the name Paraclete also refers to Jesus as our Advocate, Comforter, and Counselor.
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Jesus - Our Peace
Peace is not simply the absence of conflict but rather a virtue reflecting the character of God Himself.
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Jesus - The True Vine
Fr. Tom explores the last of the "I Am" statements in St. John's Gospel.
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Jesus - The Door
In John 10, Jesus talks about gates, thieves, and robbers, but he also talks about salvation and abundant life!
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Jesus - The Bread of Life
Jesus didn't just say he would give us our daily bread; he said he is the Bread of Life. Fr. Tom Hopko continues his study of the great "I Am" sayings of Jesus.
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Jesus - The Life
Fr. Thomas has explored Jesus as the Way, the Truth, and now, the Life. What does life mean and how is Christ identified as THE life?
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Jesus - The Truth
Jesus does not say he will show us Truth. He claims to BE Truth. He is full of Truth, full of Grace, and the very definition of Truth.
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Jesus - The Way
Jesus said, "I go and prepare a place for you, but I will come back, and I will take you with me." He also talked about "the way I am going," but the disciples asked, "How can we know the way?" Jesus then responded with those famous words, "I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life." Today Fr. Thomas thinks about the significance of "The Way."
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Jesus - The Sun of Righteousness
In our Troparia for Nativity, we sing "Your Nativity, O Christ our God, has shone to the world the Light of wisdom! For by it, those who worshipped the stars, were taught by a star to adore You, the Sun of Righteousness, and to know You, the Orient from on High. O Lord, glory to You!" In today's episode, Fr. Tom reflects on these terms for Christ.
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Jesus - The Light Of The World
One of the great "I Am" statements in Scripture is in John's Gospel where Jesus said, "I am the Light of the world" (John 8:12). Today Fr. Tom explores the word "light" and the significance of Christ's claim.
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Jesus - The Judge
God does not want to condemn anyone, but his judgment is a merciful judgment, and God's divinity is revealed through his Son, Jesus. Learn more in this episode of the Names of Jesus series.
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Jesus - The Righteous One
If anyone sins, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ, the righteous one (I John 2). Fr. Tom explores what the Scriptures mean by this term.
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Jesus - The Suffering Servant
What was the nature and purpose of the death of Christ as depicted in the Old Testament prophecy of Isaiah? Get your Orthodox Study Bible out and follow along as Fr. Thomas teaches us verse by verse.
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Jesus - The Servant of the Lord
Listen to a fascinating and instructive word study on the word "servant" and how it is applied to Jesus in both the Old and New Testaments.
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Jesus - The Lamb of God
God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac on the altar. Fr. Tom explores this passage and others that refer to Jesus as "the Lamb."
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Jesus - The Good Shepherd
Jesus is the "Great Shepherd of the Sheep" (Hebrews 13:20) but at the same time the "Lamb that was slain" (Revelation 5:12). Fr. Tom Hopko explores these passages and more on this episode.
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Jesus - The King
The Lord is King and reigns in majesty! Fr. Tom explores the numerous references to Jesus as King in the Scriptures.
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Jesus - The Great High Priest
Fr. Tom takes us to the Letter to the Hebrews which tells us why Jesus is the perfect sacrifice or offering.
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Jesus - The Prophet
When the Bible refers to Jesus as The Prophet, is it saying He is able to predict the future or is it something much deeper?
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Jesus - The Teacher
Fr. Tom Hopko continues his informative series on the Names of Jesus by exploring the term "Rabbi" or "Teacher" when referring to Jesus.
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