236: 🎙️ The Boy Jesus in the Temple: Lost, Found, and Already on Mission
At just 12 years old, Jesus astonished the temple teachers with His understanding—and unsettled His parents by staying behind in Jerusalem. In this rare glimpse into Jesus’ childhood, Rohan Bell and Aaron Waters unpack why this story matters, how it points to Jesus’ early awareness of His divine mission, and what it reveals about family, obedience, and spiritual growth.
👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...
✅ Why this is the only recorded story of Jesus’ boyhood in the Gospels
✅ How Jesus' early understanding of His divine sonship shapes His mission
✅ Insights into Jewish culture, family travel, and bar mitzvah maturity
✅ Why the Gospel of Luke includes this moment—but others don’t
✅ What we learn from Mary’s quiet reflection and Luke’s historical detail
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Jesus at 12: the only childhood story in the Gospels
02:45 – Losing Jesus: cultural context and family dynamics
06:00 – Jesus’ growing awareness of His divine calling
08:30 – Conversations, not lectures: reclaiming dialogical learning
11:00 – Mary’s heart, Luke’s sources, and the power of remembrance
🙋♂️ Reflection and Application
What does it look like for you to be about your Father’s business—even in everyday moments? What rhythms help you rediscover a sense of divine calling?
💬 Share your thoughts below or in the comments — we’d love to hear from you!
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