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The Bible Place Series: Episode 6- The Sea of Galilee

Episode Summary In this episode, we dive into the Sea of Galilee—its surprising geography, its shifting names, and its blend of Roman power and Jewish Messianic expectation. This lake becomes the backdrop for one of Jesus’ most instructive faith lessons in John 6. We explore the disciples’ failed test, the surprising faith of a young boy who offers his small meal, and Jesus’ retest during the stormy crossing when He walks on the water. These signs echo the miracles of Elisha and the Passover story, revealing Jesus’ identity and inviting His followers into ethelon—a resolute willingness to trust Him in uncertainty. Through failure, reteaching, and renewed faith, we see how Jesus forms His disciples, preparing them—and us—for the storms ahead. Key Themes Faith tested, failed, and retested Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament patterns (Elisha, Passover) The symbolic meaning of water in Scripture The contrast between panic and *ethelon*—a willing, resolute trust Small offerings in the hands of God The tensions between Roman power and Messianic hope surrounding Galilee Episode Highlights Why the Sea of Galilee’s names reveal its political and spiritual story The boy with five loaves as the true “top student” of the narrative How John 6 mirrors 2 Kings 4 Jesus walking on the water as a declaration of divine identity The instant arrival at shore—Jesus’ mastery over time and space How God lovingly reteaches us after faith failures Discussion Questions 1. When have you experienced a “faith test,” and what did you learn from it? 2. Which character in the feeding story do you most identify with—Philip, Andrew, or the boy? 3. Why do you think Jesus allows storms in our lives before revealing Himself in new ways? 4. What does ethelon (a willing, resolute choice) look like in your current circumstances? 5. How does recognizing Jesus’ mastery over creation strengthen your trust in Him? 6. What “small loaves” might you be holding today that God could multiply?