<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.pulpitfiction.com/notes/easter2a"&gt;Notes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ol&gt; &lt;li data-rte-preserve-empty="true"&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.pulpitfiction.com/notes/easter2a/#John20:19-31"&gt;John 20:19-31&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-rte-preserve-empty="true"&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.pulpitfiction.com/notes/easter2a/#Acts%202:14,22-36"&gt;Acts 2:14A, 22-32&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ol&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Summary&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Exploring the profound themes of Easter and Pentecost in John 20 and Acts 2, this episode delves into the significance of belief, forgiveness, and the transformative power of resurrection. Join us as we unpack these scriptures and their relevance for faith communities today.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Chapters&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction and Context of the Episode&lt;br /&gt; 04:52 Exploring the Story of Doubting Thomas&lt;br /&gt; 10:02 The Significance of Belief and Forgiveness&lt;br /&gt; 15:02 The Role of the Holy Spirit and Community&lt;br /&gt; 19:59 The Challenge of Forgiveness in Today's Context&lt;br /&gt; 23:44 The Weight of Forgiveness&lt;br /&gt; 24:51 Peace and Reconciliation in the Resurrection&lt;br /&gt; 27:05 The Nature of Jesus' Peace&lt;br /&gt; 29:02 Belief Beyond Sight&lt;br /&gt; 31:12 Transformative Love and Community&lt;br /&gt; 32:53 The Challenge of Change&lt;br /&gt; 34:27 Peter's Proclamation at Pentecost&lt;br /&gt; 36:16 Understanding Resurrection Through Scripture&lt;br /&gt; 39:00 The Role of David in the Resurrection&lt;br /&gt; 42:01 The Significance of Jesus' Resurrection&lt;br /&gt; 46:04 Grounding Faith in Historical Context&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</description>

Pulpit Fiction Podcast

Robb McCoy and Eric Fistler

668: Easter 2A (4/12/2026)

APR 5, 202651 MIN
Pulpit Fiction Podcast

668: Easter 2A (4/12/2026)

APR 5, 202651 MIN

Description

Notes John 20:19-31 Acts 2:14A, 22-32 Summary Exploring the profound themes of Easter and Pentecost in John 20 and Acts 2, this episode delves into the significance of belief, forgiveness, and the transformative power of resurrection. Join us as we unpack these scriptures and their relevance for faith communities today. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context of the Episode 04:52 Exploring the Story of Doubting Thomas 10:02 The Significance of Belief and Forgiveness 15:02 The Role of the Holy Spirit and Community 19:59 The Challenge of Forgiveness in Today's Context 23:44 The Weight of Forgiveness 24:51 Peace and Reconciliation in the Resurrection 27:05 The Nature of Jesus' Peace 29:02 Belief Beyond Sight 31:12 Transformative Love and Community 32:53 The Challenge of Change 34:27 Peter's Proclamation at Pentecost 36:16 Understanding Resurrection Through Scripture 39:00 The Role of David in the Resurrection 42:01 The Significance of Jesus' Resurrection 46:04 Grounding Faith in Historical Context