The Gospel According to Harry Potter

S2 Ep8: The Deathday Party

In this Biblical recap of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, we'll discuss being Nearly-Righteous, deathday parties, and delighting in evil.
 
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Season 2, Episode 8: The Deathday Party
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling - Chapter 8
Bible References:(Spell of the Week) 2 Samuel 22:3 - My God is my protection, and with him I am safe. He protects me like a shield; he defends me and keeps me safe. He is my savior; he protects me and saves me from violence.
Philippians 3:8-9 - Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ and become one with him. I no longer count on my own righteousness through obeying the law; rather, I become righteous through faith in Christ. For God’s way of making us right with himself depends on faith.
Isaiah 64:6 - We are all infected and impure with sin. When we display our righteous deeds, they are nothing but filthy rags. Like autumn leaves, we wither and fall, and our sins sweep us away like the wind.
1 Corinthians 13:6 - Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.

S2 Ep7: Mudbloods and Murmurs

In this Biblical recap of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, we'll discuss backfiring curses, who you'll see in heaven, and recognizing God's voice.
 
SHOW NOTES:
Season 2, Episode 7: Mudbloods and Murmurs
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling - Chapter 7
Bible References:(Spell of the Week) James 4:8 - Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
Luke 6:28 - Bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.
James 3:9-10 - Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it curses those who have been made in the image of God.  And so blessing and cursing come pouring out of the same mouth. Surely, my brothers and sisters, this is not right!
Revelation 7:9 - After this I saw a vast crowd, too great to count, from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing in front of the throne and before the Lamb. They were clothed in white robes and held palm branches in their hands.
Galatians 5:7 - You were running a good race. Who cut in on you to keep you from obeying the truth?
John 10:27-28 - My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.

S2 Ep6: Gilderoy Lockhart

In this recap of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, we'll discuss public shaming, restoration, and a Biblical butt-whooping. 
 
SHOW NOTES
Season 2, Episode 6: Gilderoy Lockhart
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling - Chapter 6
Bible References:(Spell of the Week) John 15:3 - “Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you.”
Matthew 18:15-17 -  “If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the offense. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. But if you are unsuccessful, take one or two others with you and go back again, so that everything you say may be confirmed by two or three witnesses. If the person still refuses to listen, take your case to the church. Then if he or she won’t accept the church’s decision, treat that person as a pagan or a corrupt tax collector.”
Galatians 6:1a - if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness.
1 Peter 5:10 - And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.
Revelation 21:1-5 - “Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”
Acts 19:13-16 - A group of Jews was traveling from town to town casting out evil spirits. They tried to use the name of the Lord Jesus in their incantation, saying, “I command you in the name of Jesus, whom Paul preaches, to come out!”  Seven sons of Sceva, a leading priest, were doing this.  But one time when they tried it, the evil spirit replied, “I know Jesus, and I know Paul, but who are you?” Then the man with the evil spirit leaped on them, overpowered them, and attacked them with such violence that they fled from the house, naked and battered.
Ephesians 6:12 - For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.
 

S2 Ep5: The Whomping Willow

In this Biblical recap of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, we'll discuss the terror of the Left Behind series, whether or not God's disappointed in us, and getting good attention for bad reasons.
 
SHOW NOTES
Season 2, Episode 5: The Whomping Willow
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling - Chapter 5
Bible References:(Spell of the Week) Ephesians 1:13 - And when you heard the word of truth (the gospel of your salvation)—when you believed in Christ—you were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit,
Matthew 7:21 -  “Not everyone who calls out to me, ‘Lord! Lord!’ will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Only those who actually do the will of my Father in heaven will enter.”
1 Corinthians 3:11-15 - For no one can lay any foundation other than the one we already have—Jesus Christ.  Anyone who builds on that foundation may use a variety of materials—gold, silver, jewels, wood, hay, or straw. But on the judgment day, fire will reveal what kind of work each builder has done. The fire will show if a person’s work has any value. If the work survives, that builder will receive a reward. But if the work is burned up, the builder will suffer great loss. The builder will be saved, but like someone barely escaping through a wall of flames.
Isaiah 43:25 - “I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins no more.
John 12:43 - they loved the glory that comes from man more than the glory that comes from God.
Other References:Established and Sealed Sermon Series: https://youtu.be/_gV0ppl_u30?si=FM3E_DHIkkfsel2H 
Left Behind - https://www.tyndale.com/sites/leftbehind/ 
Not A Fan - https://www.notafan.com/ 
Song: Jireh - https://youtu.be/mC-zw0zCCtg?si=2koc43vAoxdizweH 
Quote: “The Bible says unbelievers will be judged in the first sense - condemnation; while believers will be judged in the other sense - rewards.” - Pastor Don Stewart

S2 Ep4: At Flourish and Blotts

In this Biblical recap of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, we'll discuss what to do when we find ourselves in dark places, the inheritance we have waiting for us, and how to protect the most vulnerable places in our hearts.
 
SHOW NOTES
Season 2, Episode 4: At Flourish and Blotts
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling - Chapter 4
Bible References:(Spell of the Week) Proverbs 21:23 - Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble.
1 Peter 1:4 - and we have a priceless inheritance—an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay.
Romans 8:17a - And since we are his children, we are his heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 - Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble. Likewise, two people lying close together can keep each other warm. But how can one be warm alone? A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.
Ephesians 6:14-17 - Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

S2 Ep3: The Burrow

In this Biblical recap of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by JK Rowling, we'll talk about holding grudges, seeing our homes through kingdom eyes, and the power of intentions. 
 
SHOW NOTES:
Season 2, Episode 3: The Burrow
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling - Chapter 3
Bible References:(Spell of the Week) Colossians 2:14-15 - He canceled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. In this way, he disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by his victory over them on the cross.
Leviticus 19:18 - You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against the sons of your own people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord.
Proverbs 10:12 - Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all offenses.
Ephesians 4:26 - Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger
Matthew 22:36-40 -  “Teacher, which is the most important commandment in the law of Moses?” Jesus replied, “‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ The entire law and all the demands of the prophets are based on these two commandments.”
James 1:17 says Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.
Matthew 5:21-22 - “You have heard that it was said to an older generation, ‘Do not murder,’ and ‘whoever murders will be subjected to judgment. ’But I say to you that anyone who is angry with a brother will be subjected to judgment.”
Matthew 5:27-28 - “You have heard that it was said, ‘Do not commit adultery. ’But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to desire her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.”
2 Corinthians 10:5 - we take every thought captive to make it obey Christ. 
 

S2 Ep2: Dobby's Warning

In this Biblical recap of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, we'll talk about the temptation to punish ourselves, feeling disconnected from church, and how to have joy in hard times.
 
SHOW NOTES:
Season 2, Episode 2: Dobby’s Warning
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling - Chapter 2
Bible References:(Spell of the Week) 2 Corinthians 10:5 - We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.
Romans 8:1 - So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus.
Matthew 18:20 - “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there I am among them.”
Philippians 1:12-14 -  I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel, so that it has become known throughout the whole imperial guard and to all the rest that my imprisonment is for Christ. And most of the brothers, having become confident in the Lord by my imprisonment, are much more bold to speak the word without fear. 
Philippians 4:7 - And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Other References:Roman Prisons - https://www.olivetree.com/blog/imprisonment-in-the-roman-world/ 
The Screwtape Letters, by CS Lewis

S2 Ep1: The Worst Birthday

In this Biblical recap of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by JK Rowling, we'll discuss the importance of recaps and how NOT to feel invisible.
 
SHOW NOTES:
Season 2 Episode 1: The Worst Birthday
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling 
Bible References:
(HP Spell of the Week) Revelation 3:20 - Listen! I am standing at the door and knocking! If anyone hears my voice and opens the door I will come into his home and share a meal with him, and he with me.
Deuteronomy 1:5 - While the Israelites were in the land of Moab east of the Jordan River, Moses carefully explained the Lord’s instructions as follows.
1 Peter 3:12 - For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.
Other References:
The Bible Project: What’s the Point of Deuteronomy? https://bibleproject.com/podcast/whats-point-deuteronomy/#:~:text=to%20this%20point.-,This%20reiteration%20honors%20the%20wisdom%20of%20the%20laws%20previously%20given,new%20ways%20for%20each%20generation. 

S1 Ep18: Sorcerer's Stone Wrap-Up

In this wrap-up of the first Harry Potter book, we'll examine one character, one conflict, and one theme from a Biblical worldview!
 
SHOW NOTES
 
Episode 18: Sorcerer’s Stone Wrap-Up
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, by J.K. Rowling 
Bible References:(Wand of the Week) Colossians 3:23 - Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. 
Philippians 3:4-7 - If someone thinks he has good reasons to put confidence in human credentials, I have more:  I was circumcised on the eighth day, from the people of Israel and the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of Hebrews. I lived according to the law as a Pharisee.  In my zeal for God I persecuted the church. According to the righteousness stipulated in the law I was blameless. I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done.
Acts 5:29 - But Peter and the apostles answered, “We must obey God rather than men.”
Galatians 1:10 - Obviously, I’m not trying to win the approval of people, but of God. If pleasing people were my goal, I would not be Christ’s servant.
John 15:18-19 - If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you.
2 Timothy 3:12 - Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 -  Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Other References:Sycamore Wands - https://www.wizardingworld.com/writing-by-jk-rowling/wand-woods
Chess Game Meme - https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlypizzo/video/6966261074425318662 
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S1 Ep17: The Man with Two Faces

In this Biblical recap of the final chapter of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by JK Rowling, we'll discuss good and evil, how to stand up to friends, and a whole lot of Gospel in Dumbledore's conversation with Harry.
 
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Episode 17: The Man with Two Faces
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, by J.K. Rowling - Chapter 17
Bible References:(Wand of the Week) Proverbs 15:1 - A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.
1 John 4:4 - You are from God, little children, and have conquered them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.
Romans 7:18-20 - And I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my sinful nature. I want to do what is right, but I can’t. I want to do what is good, but I don’t. I don’t want to do what is wrong, but I do it anyway. But if I do what I don’t want to do, I am not really the one doing wrong; it is sin living in me that does it.
Ephesians 1:13 - And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit
Luke 17:3 - So watch yourselves! If another believer sins, rebuke that person; then if there is repentance, forgive.
Other References:Holly Wands - https://www.wizardingworld.com/writing-by-jk-rowling/wand-woods
Chess Game Meme - https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlypizzo/video/6966261074425318662 
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