Talking John
”Talking John” is a series of podcasts featuring Dr. John White Jr., Chancellor Emeritus for the University of Arkansas, and Rev. Dr. Michelle J. Morris, Lead Pastor of First United Methodist Church of Bentonville, as they discuss their personal and professional connections to the Gospel of John and offer their scholarly and personal reflections.
Episodes
Dec 10, 2023
Dec 10, 2023
33 min
Scripture: John 1:19-51
Description: Jesus has the ability to see and know us beyond external appearances. We look at the call of the disciples in this first Chapter of John and what it means for us to be seen like this. We also lift up some aspects of servant leadership, particularly the willingness to let others shine.
Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study:
What are your best gifts, talents, or characteristics? If Jesus was meeting you like he met Nathaniel, what would he say in celebration of you?
When have you looked back on your life and noticed God at work in a moment when you didn’t see it at the time?
How are you called to serve God? If you don’t know, how could you learn?
What makes a great servant leader?
Nov 29, 2023
Nov 29, 2023
40 min
In this first episode, Dr. John White Jr., Chancellor Emeritus for the University of Arkansas, and Rev. Dr. Michelle J. Morris, Lead Pastor of First United Methodist Church of Bentonville, discuss the personal and professional connections they both have to the Gospel of John, before then diving into the Prologue of the Fourth Gospel, John 1:1-18.
Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study:
What is your own experience or personal connection to the Gospel of John?
Have you ever read one of the Gospels in one sitting? If so, how did it change your understanding of the story? If you haven’t, consider this your invitation to try.
What difference does faith make in your quality and duration of life?