Ep. 141: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree

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Ep. 141: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree

Focused on Christ

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2 weeks ago

Ep. 141: Jesus Curses the Fig Tree

Jesus Curses the Fig Tree | Focused on Christ Ep. 141

In this episode of Focused on Christ, Pastors Mike and Nathan unpack one of the most misunderstood moments in Jesus’ ministry — when He cursed the fig tree. Was Jesus simply angry or hangry, or is there a much deeper message hidden in this symbolic act?

Join us as we:

🌿 Explore the Old Testament roots of the fig tree as a symbol for Israel.

🏛️ Connect the cursing of the fig tree to the cleansing of the temple.

🙏 Discover what Jesus teaches about true faith, prayer, and forgiveness.

🔥 Unpack the parable of the fig tree in Luke 13 and its picture of God’s patience, judgment, and redemption.

This episode reminds us that fruitfulness reveals true life in Christ — and that real faith produces both love for God and forgiveness toward others.

Article on the Synoptic Problem: https://drbarrick.org/?p=103

📖 Scripture References:

Mark 11:12–25

Matthew 21:18–22

Luke 13:6–9

John 15

🎧 Listen and grow as we fix our hearts and minds on Christ, seeing His glory even in the smallest details of Scripture.

🔗 Connect with us:

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