Season 1, Episode 3 – Jesus was a busy guy…

Discussion/Journaling Questions

1. The Meaning of Covenant: If you’re an Episcopalian, discuss the significance of the baptismal covenant in your spiritual tradition. How does this covenant shape your community’s understanding of faith and practice?
2. Varied Perspectives on Jesus: The episode highlights different perspectives on Jesus across the Gospels. How do these differences impact your view of Jesus? Which Gospel’s portrayal of Jesus resonates most with you, and why?
3. Faith and Truth: Explore the idea that faith is more about relational truth than factual certainty. How does this perspective influence the way you talk about and live out your faith? How do you balance the need for facts with the experience of truth in your spiritual life?
4. Living the Incarnation: The episode emphasizes the importance of Jesus’ life and teachings in addition to his death and resurrection. How does your faith tradition emphasize or de-emphasize the incarnation? How can the teachings of Jesus shape the way we live today?
5. Embracing Mystery: Discuss the role of mystery in faith. How do you and your community navigate the tension between seeking understanding and embracing the unknown? How does this approach influence your spiritual growth and relationship with God?

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