The Christ-Like Journey – Jesus Risked Losing Family: Perspectives Pastors Podcast, Season 2, Episode 42
Jul 20, 2025
Summary
On this week’s podcast, the female pastors of First United Methodist Church of San Diego kick off a new multi-episode conversation series that looks at the cost of discipleship for us today by investigating everything Jesus gave up doing the work he did.
Detail
On this week’s podcast, the female pastors of First United Methodist Church of San Diego kick off a new multi-episode conversation series that looks at the cost of discipleship for us today by investigating everything Jesus gave up doing the work he did.
During this first episode, Rev. Trudy and Rev. Brittany talk about family and how Jesus risked losing his by expanding and redefining who we call mother, father, brother and sister. It’s inspired by Jesus’ words in Matthew 12:46-50.
At first look, the scripture is one that may be confusion. But once you drill deeper, you can uncover truths that still ring true today, as discussed in this digital Bible Study:
- The broadening definition of family to better honor the Imago Dei, find the care and support you need, and see God’s spirit moving through others.
- How it feels to be dismissed by our family members or to be tied up in the tension and struggle that exists in many families.
- The need to identify and change harmful traditions and practices that pass down through generations so we can redefine how to be in relationship with each other and correct the wrongs of our family’s past.
- The need to create space for friends, family, and community to confront beliefs and practices and give permission to do things differently.
It’s an interesting conversation that examines a wide range of topics. You can keep the conversation going by joining our weekly in-person Convergence discussion group or heading over to our Patreon channel to discuss the following questions with others:
- Is this story about Jesus’ family in particular? Why and/or why not?
- What do you think is Jesus’ criticism of family?
- How has your family helped and/or hindered you in your ability to live out the will of God?
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