Bible Caddie Podcast

In this episode, the guys unpack Paul’s instructions for the workplace. In Ephesians 6:5-9, we see that light of the gospel, workers are ultimately to work for Christ, not their earthly bosses or masters. Christ is keeping close watch and will one day reward them. Similarly, bosses or masters ought to be aware that the Lord will one day judge their leadership, and He shows no partiality. 

In this episode, the guys unpack Paul’s instructions for the home. How are Christians to parent? In Ephesians 6:1-4, we see that light of the gospel, children are to obey their parents who are strive not to provoke their children, but instead to train them and teach them in the way they should go.

In this episode, the guys are joined by their wives to walk through Ephesians 5:22-33, God’s instructions for marriage. They cover the sometimes challenging instruction for wives to submit to husbands and the equally challenging command for husbands to love their wives in the same way that Christ has loved us. Like so many other instructions in the Bible, when these commands are embraced and applied, they lead to our freedom and flourishing.

In this episode, the guys unpack Ephesians 5:1-21. These verses show us how we ought to walk through life as God’s beloved children. We are to walk in love, walk in the light, and walk in wisdom. This is fitting for those who have a new identity. 00:00 Excitement for Masters Week and Favorite Moments 07:27 Favorite Traditions and Experiences at Augusta National 14:17 The Importance of Playing Conservatively at Augusta 29:03 The Connection Between Identity and Behavior 38:13 Understanding the Warning 54:14 Guided by the Holy Spirit

In this episode, the guys unpack Ephesians 4:17-32. In this passage, Paul instructs believers to put off their old, stubborn, sinful way of living and to put on a new life of righteousness and holiness. 

In this episode the guys unpack Ephesians 4:7-16. This passage informs us how the church grows and what that growth should look like. They also discuss what kind of church we should be looking for and what our involvement in church should be.

In this episode of the Bible Caddie podcast, the hosts celebrate Ben Crane's birthday and introduce special guest David Ford. They discuss their golfing experiences in Puerto Rico and Bay Hill, as well as make their picks for the tournaments. The conversation then transitions to a study of the book of Ephesians, focusing on the theme of walking worthy of the calling out of Ephesians 4:1-6. The hosts emphasize the importance of humility in the Christian life and how it is exemplified by Jesus. They explore the concept of humility and its significance in light of the gospel. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of humility, gentleness, patience, and unity in the Christian walk. They highlight Jesus as the perfect example of humility and emphasize the need for believers to follow his example. The hosts recommend a book on humility and discuss practical ways to cultivate these virtues in relationships. They also explore the significance of unity in the body of Christ and the role of prayer in pursuing unity. The conversation concludes with a call to display unity as a testimony to the world.

In this episode, the guys unpack Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21. In these verses, Paul prays that the Ephesians would be strengthened with God’s power by His Spirit so that Christ would make His home in us, so that we could know deeply and profoundly how much He loves us, and so that the fullness of God would govern us and characterize us. What a prayer!

In this episode, the guys unpack Ephesians 3:1-13. In these verses, Paul communicates his unique role as an apostle. The mystery of the gospel was revealed to him so that he could preach the unsearchable riches of Christ, all of which has cosmic implications. The wonderful result is that people from every nation and generation can have confident access to God! 0:00 Wyndham Clark's Impressive Putting Performance 4:41 The 16th Hole at Phoenix 9:54 Keys to Good Golf at TPC Scottsdale 11:11 Picks for the Tournament 14:25 Introduction to Ephesians 3 17:03 Paul's Calling and the Mystery of the Gospel 20:20 The Mystery Revealed to Paul 27:07 Paul's Role as a Minister of God's Grace 31:11 The Unsearchable Riches of Christ 34:11 The Plan of the Mystery Revealed 35:30 God's Wisdom Made Known 37:45 The Church as a Display of God's Wisdom 39:18 God's Eternal Purpose 41:19 Boldness and Access to God 48:40 Summary and Final Reactions

In this episode, the guys unpack Ephesians 2:11-22. In these verses, Paul commands the Ephesians to remember where they were apart from Christ— separated from Him and His people and His promises— and thus without God and without hope. And yet, Christ has won peace with God and others through His death on the cross. As a result, the Ephesians believers, and all who trust Christ, are citizens of God’s kingdom, members of His household, even His very dwelling place, because the work of Christ has been applied to our lives. 00:00 Introduction and PGA Tour Announcement 03:31 Negotiations with LIV Tour 07:45 Discussion about Pickleball 10:13 Preview of Pebble Beach Tournament 14:15Introduction to the Book of Ephesians 18:22 The Division between Jew and Gentile 25:00The Unity in Christ 33:30 The Cross as the Ultimate Unifier 36:45 Access to God and Unity 37:21 Peace with God and Others 39:30 Access to Exclusive Places 41:08 New Position in God's People 41:53 Citizenship and Membership in God's Household 43:56 The Church as the Temple of God 45:12 Identity in Christ 46:21 Access to God through Christ's Sacrifice

In today’s episode, we come to one of the most famous passages in the book of Ephesians, and the Bible. In Ephesians 2:1-10, Paul reminds his readers and us about our condition before coming to know Christ. It was worse than we think. Then he will tell us just what it is that God has done for us. And it’s oh so much better than we can even understand. So that’s what we are looking at today. What has God done in the life of the Christian? And what can He do in your life if you’re not yet a Christian? 00:00 Introduction and Weather Update 02:14 Discussion on the Best Coach Ever 05:51 The Mental Side of Sports 08:01 Ben's Victory at Torrey Pines 12:42 Predictions for the Upcoming Tournament 13:01 Introduction to Ephesians 2 16:56 Our Condition Apart from Christ 30:46 But God: The Good News 33:21 Being Made Alive Spiritually 33:53 Receiving the Holy Spirit 36:03 The Gospel of Salvation 38:16 Seated with Christ 40:57 Saved by Grace 44:58 Created for Good Works

In this episode, the guys unpack Ephesians 1:15-23. In these verses, Paul prays that the Holy Spirit would help the Ephesians believers to know God more, to know the hope to which they have been called, to know that they are God’s own inheritance, and to know the immeasurable power of God that is theirs in Christ. This prayer helps us know what to pray and to prioritize for ourselves and those we love. 00:00 Introduction and Weather Conditions 01:27 Appreciation for Coach and Golf Course Conditions 04:10 Discussion on Golf Techniques 07:11 The Impact of Doubles in Golf 08:00 Predictions for Golf Tournament 09:03 Impressive Performance by JT 11:41 Biblical Passage and Prayer 16:23 Dream Dinner Guests 17:41 Importance of Friendship 19:50 Finding Hope and Purpose in Jesus 23:07 Praying for Enlightened Hearts 25:32 Jesus as the Ultimate Source of Fulfillment 28:51 Understanding God's Grace 30:58 God's Love and Pride for His Children 31:20 The Power of God's Love in Christ

In this episode, the guys unpack Ephesians 1:3-14. In this grand introduction to the letter, Paul instructs His readers to praise God for the glory of His grace that is poured out on us in our election, redemption, and in our coming inheritance.  00:00 Introduction and Golf Season 01:14 Chris Kirk's Comeback 03:03 Picks and Charitable Donations 04:14 Most Embarrassing Moments on the Golf Course 09:03 Introduction to the Book of Ephesians 13:25 Three Enormous Realities for Every Christian 14:08 Election: Chosen and Predestined 18:29 Redemption: Through His Blood 25:11 Inheritance: Sealed with the Holy Spirit 32:38 Redeeming and Restoring the Created Order 44:09 God Lavishes Grace Upon Us

In this episode, the guys introduce the book of Ephesians by unpacking Ephesians 1:1-2. Paul, a former persecutor of the church was writing to the Ephesians, a bustling pagan city in the 1st century to remind them of God’s grace for them and how they ought to live in light of that grace.  00:00 Introduction and Holiday Highlights 01:11 Christmas Celebrations 02:35 Family Time in Whitefish, Montana For Ben 03:02 New Year's Resolutions 04:03 Golf Predictions for 2024 06:11 Goals for Bible Reading 07:04 Overview of the Book of Ephesians 17:51 Background of the Book of Ephesians 19:23 Author and Audience of Ephesians 22:38 Genre of Ephesians 23:09 Authorship of Ephesians 25:46 Conversion of Paul 28:16 Paul's Purpose and Mission 32:50 Audience of Ephesians 36:39 Introduction to the Book of Ephesians 37:39 The Concept of Grace and Peace 41:59 What to Expect in the Book of Ephesians 46:13 Encouragement for the New Year

In this episode of our Advent series “What Child is This?”, the guys unpack John 1:10-13 by considering how we ought to respond to Jesus as the Word, the Light, and the Son. Because of who He is and what He has done, we ought to receive Him, to believe in His name. When we do, God gives us the right to become His very own children. 

In this episode of our Advent series “What Child is This?”, the guys unpack John 1:14-18 by considering Jesus as the only Son of the Father. The baby in the manger is God the Son, the spitting image of God, the radiance of His glory, the One in whom the whole fullness of deity dwells in bodily form. And it is this Son who communicates to us what we need most— grace and truth.

In this episode of our Advent series “What Child is This?”, the guys unpack John 1:5-9 by considering Jesus as the Light of the World. The baby in the manger is the One who enlightens us as to who God is. He in the One reveals how God saves us. He is the One who illuminates things to show us what they really are. And He invites us to follow Him and find the light of life. Jesus is the Light of the World. 00:00 Introduction and Golf News 01:23 Webb Simpson Challenge 03:12 USGA's Golf Ball Rollback 05:31 Impact of Golf Ball Rollback 09:01 USGA's Leadership and PGA Tour's Response 10:02 Introduction to Advent Series 13:33 Jesus as the Light 19:20 Darkness and Light 23:26 Jesus Reveals God 26:57 Jesus Reveals Salvation 29:07 Jesus Reveals the Way of Life 33:09 Jesus Offers Light and Life 36:51 Jesus is the Light of the World 37:31 Final Thoughts Thanks for listening!

We are getting into the advent season. Advent is the few weeks each year leading up to Christmas where we remember and celebrate the Lord’s coming, and we look forward to His return. It’s a time to prepare our hearts for Christmas, to really meditate on and consider just what God has done in Jesus Christ. It’s a time to wonder and marvel and stand in awe of God. So that’s what we hope to do on the podcast the next few weeks. We want to slow down and understand and wonder, with God’s help, at the miracle of what God has done at Christmas.  In the spirit of the season, if we had to put a Christmas song title on this series, it would be this— “What Child is This?” That’s what we want to slow down and consider. Who is this baby in the manger? Who is He? And why is it such a big deal?  In order to answer that question, each of the next four weeks we will be spending our time in the introduction to John’s Gospel. In John 1:1-18, the apostle John introduces us to Jesus. And he does it by giving Him three different titles, three different names, names that show us who He is. We will spend one week on each of those names, and then our last week before Christmas, we will consider how we ought to respond to who He is. **Bible study portion starts at 12:00**

We are finishing up our series called “Who do you think you are?” Because our world is having an identity crisis, this entire fall, we have been considering the good news that Bible communicates about Christians. In Christ, we have a brand new identity. In the first 8 weeks of this series, we looked at different realities that have become true about those believe in Christ. In Christ, we are justified, redeemed, reconciled, adopted, new creations, members of His body, saints, and completely secure in Jesus. This is who we are. If you’re in Christ, this is where you should go for your sense of self worth! In the last few episodes we made a slight shift. Even we’ve continued with this same theme of our identity, instead of looking at realities that are already true of us, we are now looking at realities that ought to be true of us if we understand what Christ has done for us. We’ve seen that in light of who Jesus is and what He has done for us, we ought to be worshipers and disciples and servants of God and others. Today, as we close out this series on our identity, we are going to see that not only should we be worshipers and disciples and servants, but we should also be ambassadors, eager to share the good news of Jesus with others. **Bible study portion starts at 10:23**

We are continuing in our series called “Who do you think you are?” You don’t have to look long or far to realize that our world is having an identity crisis. Everywhere we look, people are on a constant search to figure out who they are, to define themselves, to make themselves significant or important. The good news for us is that the Bible has lots to say about who we are. It communicates that those of us who are in Christ have a brand new identity. In the first 8 weeks of this series, we’ve looked at different realities that have become true about those believe in Christ. Identity defining realities. In Christ, we are justified, redeemed, reconciled, adopted, new creations, members of His body, and saints. We are completely secure in Christ. This is who we are. In the last couple episodes we made a slight shift. Even though we are continuing with this same theme of our identity, instead of looking at realities that are already true of us, we are now looking at realities that ought to be true of us if we understand what Christ has done for us. Last week, we saw that in light of who Jesus is and what He has done for us, we ought to be disciples. By His Word and by His Spirit, we want to follow Him. Today, in light of those same realities, we are going to see that not only should we be disciples, we ought to be servants! Go check out our socials for the 50th episode giveaway! **Bible study starts at 8:50**