In this Advent episode, we dive into history and the land of Israel to paint a picture of the world Jesus was born into. Our desire over this 3-part series is to explore the world of Jesus so as to better understand our Messiah. Today, we dive into the religious situation at the time. We explore the Pharisees, Sadducees, Essenes, Zealots, Samaritans, Gentiles, and beyond!
Scripture Referenced (NIV)
Matthew 23:1-3 – “Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples: “The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. So you must be careful to do everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach.”
John 4
Luke 10:25-37
Luke 9:51-56
Other References
EP Sanders- Judaism Practice and Belief
