Further Discussion 1)In verse 34 Jesus talks about not fasting when the groom is present. There was a common rule that you couldn’t fast during the seven day celebration of a wedding. Jesus was playing with that; he was saying that now that he is on the scene, the game has changed, the groom is here and you can’t fast while the groom is at the party! 2)Verse 39 follows with “And no one, after drinking old wine, wants new, because he says, ‘The old is better.’ ” At first this was a confusing conclusion to the section we discussed today. Here is an excerpt from the Baker Exegetical Commentary on Luke that helps shed some light on it: Some argue that Jesus is saying that the Pharisees will not change, except slowly, while other people may respond quickly (Godet 1875: 1.282). This is thus a call for tolerance: accepting the existence of Judaism, Jesus asks the disciples to recognize that change from the law comes only after reflection. However, in light of Jesus’ later rejection of the Pharisees and the mention that the new wine is not even tried, it is better to see the point as, “You have set your course, you will never change your ways” (Plummer 1896: 164). There is a note of rebuke here in the realization that some people will not alter the way they look at Jesus. They reject the new way he brings. Some people will not taste the new wine of the gospel, since some tastes never change. Rejection of the new message by many in Judaism is very likely. One will not try what one does not sense the need for. {Bock, D. L. (1994). Luke: 1:1-9:50 (Vol. 1, p. 522). Baker Academic.} 3)Plugged In is a great resource for Christians looking to be critical of the movies they watch. Here is a link to the review: www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/turning-red-2022/
Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. 2 corn5:17 Thanks for sharing the gospel ❤️.
It's so true how corrupt our society has become through everyday advertising, movies an TV, and even songs. As followers of Jesus, it's our job to share the glory of God, to share the light of Jesus throughout the entire world. Nomatter who you are or what your going through, through the power of Jesus, we can become new wine or new creation. Thank you Branch Together for another fantastic video, and God Bless!
I think our society has always been corrupt. Christianity doesn’t exactly mix with American society either, nor does it mix with any other government system. Christ has to reign as King in our hearts. Then the Scripture in Jeremiah 31 would be fulfilled: And no longer shall each one teach his neighbor and each his brother, saying, ‘Know the Lord,’ for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the Lord.
Excellent message today! Thank you! And thank you for all your videos, they have been a significant help in my walk with our awesome and glorious God! May He continue to bless your ministry!
I humbly disagree even though I love your message. I think this movie has more to do with not ignoring your true feelings rather than “letting your inner demon” out. Kind of exposing “toxic positivity” culture. If we completely ignore our “dark parts” they can never come to the light to evolve. Keeping it locked in isn’t the way, when Mei’s feelings became overwhelming, that’s when “the beast” came out. I personally thought that it’s a great metaphor to what happens inside us if we ignore our feelings. Confession (talking it out) and bringing those ugly feelings to Jesus is how we evolve. He can’t redeem us if we aren’t honest about our inner darkness.
Thanks so much for your thoughtful comment. I understand where you are coming from there. I bet different cultural backgrounds play a big part in how we interpret this as well. Thanks!
@@dogpawz That was a response to you saying “letting your inner demon out". Sometimes its better to give our struggles to God and not convey our discomfort.
I found this teaching so interesting and so eye opening. The millennial/gen z culture is so full of messages of how best to serve ourselves in all aspects of our life. It’s hard not to believe this to be the ‘right’ way to live when it is so heavily promoted by others and on social media. Thank you for the very thought provoking message and for all your videos.
I don’t know about letting the inner demon out but I do think yeah the idea of not pushing the bad stuff away is kinda sus. It feels very like embrace the sin.
Hello Adam. No, none of the leaders on Branch Together are catholic. I suspect you ask that because we mentioned Lent. Many Christian traditions celebrate Lent. We simply use the season as a time to focus on Jesus in expectation of Easter.
You miss his point. That's the problem with a lot of Christian teaching because it does not address what really happens in the world that people can relate to. If he does not use relevant examples, he will be preaching based on theory - like from an ivory tower far away.
Further Discussion
1)In verse 34 Jesus talks about not fasting when the groom is present. There was a common rule that you couldn’t fast during the seven day celebration of a wedding. Jesus was playing with that; he was saying that now that he is on the scene, the game has changed, the groom is here and you can’t fast while the groom is at the party!
2)Verse 39 follows with “And no one, after drinking old wine, wants new, because he says, ‘The old is better.’ ” At first this was a confusing conclusion to the section we discussed today. Here is an excerpt from the Baker Exegetical Commentary on Luke that helps shed some light on it: Some argue that Jesus is saying that the Pharisees will not change, except slowly, while other people may respond quickly (Godet 1875: 1.282). This is thus a call for tolerance: accepting the existence of Judaism, Jesus asks the disciples to recognize that change from the law comes only after reflection. However, in light of Jesus’ later rejection of the Pharisees and the mention that the new wine is not even tried, it is better to see the point as, “You have set your course, you will never change your ways” (Plummer 1896: 164). There is a note of rebuke here in the realization that some people will not alter the way they look at Jesus. They reject the new way he brings. Some people will not taste the new wine of the gospel, since some tastes never change. Rejection of the new message by many in Judaism is very likely. One will not try what one does not sense the need for. {Bock, D. L. (1994). Luke: 1:1-9:50 (Vol. 1, p. 522). Baker Academic.}
3)Plugged In is a great resource for Christians looking to be critical of the movies they watch. Here is a link to the review: www.pluggedin.com/movie-reviews/turning-red-2022/
Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.
2 corn5:17
Thanks for sharing the gospel ❤️.
Great teachings this just goes to show we have to monitor what our kids watch and more so definitely explain
It's so true how corrupt our society has become through everyday advertising, movies an TV, and even songs. As followers of Jesus, it's our job to share the glory of God, to share the light of Jesus throughout the entire world. Nomatter who you are or what your going through, through the power of Jesus, we can become new wine or new creation. Thank you Branch Together for another fantastic video, and God Bless!
I think our society has always been corrupt. Christianity doesn’t exactly mix with American society either, nor does it mix with any other government system. Christ has to reign as King in our hearts. Then the Scripture in Jeremiah 31 would be fulfilled:
And no longer shall each one teach his neighbor and each his brother, saying, ‘Know the Lord,’ for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the Lord.
Love this❤️ I had a hard time understanding this parable but u made it so much clearer! Thank u!!❤️
I was reading this part yesterday and I was curious to what it means then this pops up on my page wow
Excellent message today! Thank you! And thank you for all your videos, they have been a significant help in my walk with our awesome and glorious God! May He continue to bless your ministry!
Love watching branch together every day....thank you branch together for sharing the word of God ...☺
Thanks Sonia!
Well done - I like what you have said. It has a special insight that is relevant.
Very well explained. Thanks.
Have I been using Jesus as a patch? I believe so. Great point.
I humbly disagree even though I love your message.
I think this movie has more to do with not ignoring your true feelings rather than “letting your inner demon” out. Kind of exposing “toxic positivity” culture. If we completely ignore our “dark parts” they can never come to the light to evolve. Keeping it locked in isn’t the way, when Mei’s feelings became overwhelming, that’s when “the beast” came out. I personally thought that it’s a great metaphor to what happens inside us if we ignore our feelings.
Confession (talking it out) and bringing those ugly feelings to Jesus is how we evolve. He can’t redeem us if we aren’t honest about our inner darkness.
Thanks so much for your thoughtful comment. I understand where you are coming from there. I bet different cultural backgrounds play a big part in how we interpret this as well. Thanks!
James 5:9, 1 Peter 4:9, Philippians 2:14
@@adamcolejones I was just sharing my perspective in a respectful way, no grumbling here :)
@@dogpawz That was a response to you saying “letting your inner demon out". Sometimes its better to give our struggles to God and not convey our discomfort.
@@adamcolejones i think you misinterpreted my message.
Thank you and God bless you guys at branch together.
Excellent video. Well said.
Wow. May GOD Bless you ..thanks
I found this teaching so interesting and so eye opening. The millennial/gen z culture is so full of messages of how best to serve ourselves in all aspects of our life. It’s hard not to believe this to be the ‘right’ way to live when it is so heavily promoted by others and on social media. Thank you for the very thought provoking message and for all your videos.
Oh WOW to the movie...funny how we are to see everything through the lense of Christ. ☺️
Thank you.
I don’t know about letting the inner demon out but I do think yeah the idea of not pushing the bad stuff away is kinda sus. It feels very like embrace the sin.
So good and so true
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Today's church is mixing old wine and new wine 🍷, this is the reason there is disharmony within Christiandom. Regards South Africa 🇿🇦 😊
Is this a catholic channel?
Hello Adam. No, none of the leaders on Branch Together are catholic. I suspect you ask that because we mentioned Lent. Many Christian traditions celebrate Lent. We simply use the season as a time to focus on Jesus in expectation of Easter.
The movie is sick and inappropriate for teaching in this. You can do better without mentioning this evil movie.
You miss his point. That's the problem with a lot of Christian teaching because it does not address what really happens in the world that people can relate to. If he does not use relevant examples, he will be preaching based on theory - like from an ivory tower far away.
Why don't you think this was more of a generational metaphor (similar to "can't teach an old dog new tricks") rather than what you are suggesting?