"Have you not read the Scriptures?" | Jesus asks

<p>Stephanie dives into the question asked by Jesus, "Have you not read the Scriptures?" and how it emphasizes the importance of looking for Jesus in every passage of the Old Testament. She invites you to take an in-depth look at all five instances where Jesus asks this question in the Gospel of Matthew and encourages you to find Jesus in the Old Testament. The episode highlights how Jesus used the Old Testament to point to himself as the answer to all things, with specific examples of his interactions with the Pharisees, chief priests, and the Sadducees. </p> <p>Look for Jesus in every passage and discover how even the Pharisees, who were highly familiar with the Scriptures, failed to see the significance of Jesus' statement. Tune in for a quiet and centered experience with in-depth biblical flavors, along with a touch of French culture.</p> <p><strong>COMING UP SOON!</strong></p> <p>Stephanie mentions our two upcoming series: Starting soon, we will dive deep into the meaning and practice of REST. Then, in October, we will enter the Gospel of Matthew through the lens of the first century Jewish culture. You will be invited to experience fresh flavors for a spiritual explosion of delight in Christ! Stay tuned and make sure to follow and subscribe to access every new episode.</p> <p><strong>GO DEEPER AND STUDY ON YOUR OWN | ADDRESSES AND REFERENCES STEPHANIE USES IN THIS EPISODE</strong></p> <p>Matthew 12:3 and 5 - referencing 1 Samuel 21:1-6 - also described in luke 6:3</p> <p>Matthew 19:4 - quoting Genesis 2:24</p> <p>Matthew 21:16 - quoting Psalm 8:2</p> <p>Matthew 21:42 - quoting Psalm 118:22-23 - also described in Mark 12:10</p> <p>Matthew 22:31 - quoting Exodus 6, 15-16 - also described in Mark 12:26</p> <p><strong>NEW BONUS | QUESTIONS TO GO DEEPER ON YOUR OWN OR WITH A FRIEND</strong></p> <p>1. How can we train ourselves to see Jesus in every passage of the Old Testament?</p> <p>2. What was the significance of Jesus asking the Pharisees "Have you not read the Scriptures?" What did it reveal about them and