The Messiah They Were Expecting - When expectations shape your vision, you can miss what God is doing.

Why did so many people miss the Messiah they had been waiting for?In this episode, Murray continues the investigation into Judas' betrayal by examining the expectations that shaped an entire generation. Through Old Testament prophecies and the culture of first-century Israel, he reveals why the people, the disciples, the Pharisees, and even Herod were expecting a political Messiah who would overthrow Rome and establish an earthly kingdom.As the evidence unfolds, you'll discover how deeply held expectations became invisible lenses that influenced the way people interpreted Scripture, understood Jesus' miracles, and responded to His mission. The problem wasn't a lack of evidence—it was a paradigm that prevented them from seeing what God was actually doing.In this episode, you'll discover:Why first-century Jews expected a political Messiah.How expectations shape the way we read Scripture.Why even Jesus' closest followers struggled to understand His mission.How false paradigms can keep us from recognizing God's work.Why understanding these expectations is essential to understanding Judas' actions.