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2 Corinthians 3:18, Luke 22:56-60, Romans 8:29
Episode Handout
Scripture(s):
2 Corinthians 3:18, Luke 22:56-60, Romans 8:29
Date:
04/02/2026
Supporting Scriptures:
- Luke 22:56-60
- Romans 8:29
- 2 Corinthians 3:18
- Philippians 2:5
- 2 Corinthians 5:17
Main Points:
- The Concept of Mistaken Identity: Will and Marie explore the story of Peter at the campfire on the night of Jesus’ arrest. While Peter tried to hide his identity, the people around him correctly identified him because of his “appearance,” “association,” and “accent”.
- The Three A’s of Christlikeness:
- Appearance: Just as the servant girl in Luke 22 stared at Peter and saw Jesus in him, believers should have a “glow” or physical presence that reflects Christ.
- Association: Peter was accused of being “with” Jesus; the hosts argue believers should be known for their association with the Lord and His people.
- Accent: This refers not to regional dialects but to “vocabulary” and “speech” that should naturally reflect the heart of Jesus.
- Conforming to the Image: Referencing Romans 8:29 and 2 Corinthians 3:18, Will explains that Christians are meant to be changed into the image of the Son “from glory to glory”.
- A New Creation: The hosts discuss 2 Corinthians 5:17, noting that being in Christ makes one a “new creation” where old things pass away, affecting how one dresses, talks, and acts.
- Guilty as Charged: Will expresses a desire to be “guilty of looking like Jesus,” rather than trying to look “cool” or blend in with the world’s vernacular.
Overall Message:
The episode urges listeners to embrace their identity in Christ so fully that it becomes unmistakable to others. Rather than fearing the “social cost” of being recognized as a believer, Christians should strive to naturally exhibit the habits, speech, and character of Jesus until they are “guilty” of Christlikeness.