Filthy Rags + Divine Presence: Bible in a Year Recap (Pt. 4)

Jan 26

In this fourth and final installment of our Bible in a Year series, we reach the climactic end of the story from the warnings of the prophets to the glorious restoration in Revelation. As we close out our journey through the Word, we explore a profound divine contrast: the worthlessness of the idols we try to sustain versus the weight of a God who sustains us.

We dive into the stupid idols of Jeremiah, the radical lifestyle requirements in Philemon, and the beautiful scene in Zechariah where our filthy rags are traded for clean garments. Following Jesus isn't about a comfortable life or a perfect timeline; it’s about living in tents while looking forward to a city with foundations. Join us as we celebrate the ultimate good news: God is not a God we escape to, but a God who comes down to dwell with us.

In this episode, we cover:

Sustaining Your Idols: A look at Jeremiah 10 and why anything we have to prop up ourselves isn't worthy of worship.
Discerning False Prophets: How to tell the difference between teachers who stand in the "council of the Lord" and those who speak from their own minds.
The Radical Call of Philemon: Why following Jesus requires us to disregard social status and welcome those who have wronged us.
Living in Tents: Lessons from Hebrews 11 on why we shouldn't put down roots in a temporary world.
The Patience of Fruit: Why spiritual fruit isn't microwaved and why we need both early and late rains.
Filthy Rags vs. Pure Vestments: The powerful contrast in Zechariah 3 between the accuser’s lies and God’s assurance.
God With Us: The grand finale of Revelation and the restoration of all things as God returns to His creation.

Scripture References Mentioned:

Jeremiah 10 & 23: Idols, false prophets, and the Word of the Lord.
Philemon: The radical lifestyle of a Jesus follower.
Hebrews 5-7 & 11: Jesus as High Priest and the faith of those living in tents.
James 1, 2, & 5: Persevering in the Word, active faith, and the patience of a farmer.
Ezekiel 16: The broken covenant and God’s everlasting mercy.
Daniel 12: "Go your way"—faithfulness in an uncertain future.
Zechariah 3: The rebuke of the Accuser and the changing of garments.
Revelation 21: The new Jerusalem and the dwelling place of God.