The Inseparable Word and Spirit

In this episode of For Zion's Sake, hosts Shelley and June Volk—Jewish believers dedicated to seeing Jew and Gentile become one in faith—dive into a deep discussion on why the written Word of God requires the active presence of the Holy Spirit to truly transform human lives.

Key Takeaways


The Core Thesis (John 6:63): The episode anchors itself on the words of Jesus: "It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words that I speak to you, they are spirit and they are life." The hosts emphasize that analyzing scripture through purely intellectual or human wisdom renders it a "dead work."


The Meaning of Inspiration (2 Timothy 3:16): Shelley breaks down the Greek root words for scriptural inspiration: Theo (God) and pneo (breathed). Because the scriptures are literally "God-breathed" by the Spirit, the hosts argue that a person needs that same Holy Spirit breathing on them to truly comprehend the text.


Natural vs. Spiritual Discernment: Drawing from 1 Corinthians 2:10–14, the discussion highlights the divide between the "natural man" and the "spiritual man." The hosts explain that spiritual truths appear as absolute foolishness to human intellect alone because they must be spiritually appraised.


The Transition from Zeal to Power: The hosts look back at Jesus' original disciples, noting that before Pentecost (Shavuot), their religious zeal was limited by their own human interpretations. It was only after they waited in the upper room and were baptized in fire and the Holy Spirit that they were equipped to turn the world upside down.


A Call to Unity and Action: June emphasizes that while differing doctrines and denominations divide the modern body of Christ, a shared, Spirit-led understanding brings believers into true oneness. The episode closes with an invitation for listeners to ask the Messiah into their hearts, purchase a Bible, and begin a spiritual adventure.

Ministry & Contact Information

This episode of For Zion's Sake is sponsored by the Psalm 127 Fund.


Mailing Address: P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082


Official Website:shellyandjunevolk.com

Closing Blessing (The Aaronic Blessing):"The Lord bless thee and keep thee. The Lord make his face to shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee. The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee and give thee peace."

Shelly has served the body of Christ as a Pastor for over 35 years. He is a bible teacher and conference speaker on the subjects of The Kingdom of God, The Mystery of Israel & The Church and for God’s people to be prepared in their hearts for the end of this age.

https://shellyandjunevolk.com/

The Inseparable Word and Spirit
In this episode of For Zion's Sake, hosts Shelley and June Volk&mdash;Jewish believers dedicated to seeing Jew and Gentile become one in faith&mdash;dive into a deep discussion on why the written Word of God requires the active presence of the Holy Spirit to truly transform human lives.
Key Takeaways
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The Core Thesis (John 6:63): The episode anchors itself on the words of Jesus: "It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words that I speak to you, they are spirit and they are life." The hosts emphasize that analyzing scripture through purely intellectual or human wisdom renders it a "dead work."
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The Meaning of Inspiration (2 Timothy 3:16): Shelley breaks down the Greek root words for scriptural inspiration: Theo (God) and pneo (breathed). Because the scriptures are literally "God-breathed" by the Spirit, the hosts argue that a person needs that same Holy Spirit breathing on them to truly comprehend the text.
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Natural vs. Spiritual Discernment: Drawing from 1 Corinthians 2:10&ndash;14, the discussion highlights the divide between the "natural man" and the "spiritual man." The hosts explain that spiritual truths appear as absolute foolishness to human intellect alone because they must be spiritually appraised.
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The Transition from Zeal to Power: The hosts look back at Jesus' original disciples, noting that before Pentecost (Shavuot), their religious zeal was limited by their own human interpretations. It was only after they waited in the upper room and were baptized in fire and the Holy Spirit that they were equipped to turn the world upside down.
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A Call to Unity and Action: June emphasizes that while differing doctrines and denominations divide the modern body of Christ, a shared, Spirit-led understanding brings believers into true oneness. The episode closes with an invitation for listeners to ask the Messiah into their hearts, purchase a Bible, and begin a spiritual adventure.
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Ministry &amp; Contact Information
This episode of For Zion's Sake is sponsored by the Psalm 127 Fund.
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Mailing Address: P.O. Box 244, Kannapolis, NC 28082
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Official Website: <a href="https://shellyandjunevolk.com" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwiIvLC-_PCUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQRQ">shellyandjunevolk.com</a>
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Closing Blessing (The Aaronic Blessing): "The Lord bless thee and keep thee. The Lord make his face to shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee. The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee and give thee peace."
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Shelly has served the body of Christ as a Pastor for over 35 years. He is a bible teacher and conference speaker on the subjects of The Kingdom of God, The Mystery of Israel &amp; The Church and for God&rsquo;s people to be prepared in their hearts for the end of this age.
<a href="https://shellyandjunevolk.com/">https://shellyandjunevolk.com/</a>

Shelly and June Volk are Jewish believers. Shelly has served the body of Christ as a Pastor for over 35 years. He is a bible teacher and conference speaker on the subjects of The Kingdom of God, The Mystery of Israel & The Church and for God’s people to be prepared in their hearts for the end of this age.   

June is a bible teacher and conference speaker who is the author of 3 books: 

The God Who Answers By Fire; A Jewish Saga (2009)   

Drinking from the Wells of Salvation with Study Guide (2014)

The Secret Place – 31 Day Devotional (2019)

Shelly and June have been on radio for over 33 years.

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