Feasting On Scripture: Experiencing God's Transformative Love With Dr. Brian Simmons

Revealing Jesus with Christina Perera

You are created to be nourished by the Word of God and encounter the love of Jesus. In this inspiring episode of Revealing Jesus, host Christina Perera engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Brian Simmons, the lead translator of The Passion Translation. They delve into the deep connections between understanding Scripture and experiencing the transformational love of Jesus. Dr. Simmons shares his journey from a missionary helping to translate the Bible into indigenous languages to leading the creation of a vibrant new translation that aims to restore the passionate heart of God to readers.

Dr. Simmons explains the intricate process behind translating Scripture, emphasizing the challenges and profound responsibilities of conveying the biblical texts' true essence. As they discuss his current work on the Old Testament, including the minor prophets, listeners are treated to insights into how discovering the layers of meaning behind the original languages can unlock new depths of faith. They also explore the importance of viewing Scripture through love and grace, rather than guilt or obligation, to truly grasp the breadth of God's mercy and covenant love. "To really open our heart deeper still to the love of Christ, which is beyond rationality, and to discover that it's endless," said Simmons. Listen to the end of a powerful prayer from Dr. Brian Simmons.

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