We've come to the decision to end the show and hang up the mics for now. In our final episode we discuss what we've learned over the past 2+ years about working together and the spiritual value of good digital media. We also want to thank our regular listeners, guests we've had on the show, and those who have helped or support us along the way. Finally, there is one more question we need to answer for ourselves before we sign off! Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
We close out our series exploring the why, what, and how of devotional reading with an interview with Mark McCrary. We discuss the importance of discernment in choosing devotional aids and building upon a solid foundation of Bible knowledge. Mark also shares his current process of reading a chapter of the Bible at a time with a specific focus to help jumpstart our own discovery of God through the Word. Resources Mentioned Douglass Hills church of Christ Facebook page Morning Five video devotions Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
In our third installment of our Devotional Bible Reading series, teacher and writer Dene Ward reminds us of the basics of Bible study - look for life connections, use a pencil and paper, and always ask questions. This conversation is also full of great nuggets of Biblical wisdom scattered throughout, especially for those who teach the Bible. Resources Mentioned Dene Ward blogs at http://www.flightpaths.org/ Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
Jacob Hudgins continues our Final Four series by emphasizing worship as a result of our time in the Bible. He also talks about how reading the Bible devotionally is a process which requires discipline and growth, to encourage us to start small and work our way to more difficult books of the Bible. Resources Mentioned A Year with Jesus by Jacob Hudgins Exploring God's Grace by Jacob Hudgins Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Cafe Terrace at Night" by John Tadlock "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
On this show we frequently talk about the "Inductive Study Method," but that is just one of many tools that help us study the Bible. In this year's Final Four series, we will talk about the value and importance of reading the Bible devotionally. In this episode Jason Hardin helps us kick off the series by emphasizing our need to delight in and meditate on God's Word. Resources Mentioned Diligently Seeking God by Gary Henry The Wisdom Pyramid by Brett McCracken Open My Eyes by Jason Hardin In God’s Image by Jason Hardin Heaven Bound Podcast Charlestown Road church of Christ Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Cafe Terrace at Night" by John Tadlock "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
Ezekiel's vision of the temple in chapters 40-48 is the source of many Bible students' questions, glazed eyes, and even strange speculations. Sid Latham helps us demystify this section of Scripture by setting it in the context of the whole Bible in general, and in the context of Ezekiel specifically. When connected to its fulfillment in Christ and His church, this vision is rich with application. Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
John could have ended the gospel at chapter 20 but he didn't. There is still more to see - more proofs of Jesus' resurrection, a reminder to the disciples of their mission, a recommissioning of Peter, and a final call to "follow Me." John 21 isn't just epilogue information, it's critical to the disciples' faith and future - and ours. Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
The greatest sign of all is Jesus' resurrection - if it really happened, it verifies everything Jesus did and said. In John 20 Jesus appeared, alive and well in both body and spirit, to three groups of people. Then, in the gospel's climactic moment, Thomas saw Jesus alive and exclaims, "My Lord and my God!" How can we, almost 2000 years later, know Jesus really rose from the dead? And what does it mean to believe that? Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
In part 2 of Jesus' trial, we see Pilate conflicted and indecisive until the Jews' cries touch his political nerve. Pilate gives in to save his own skin. At the cross, we see Jesus suffering excruciating agony but not giving in to save Himself. Instead, He endures to fulfill Scripture. And John writes so that we may believe, not just that it happened, but why it happened. Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock "O Sacred Head" sung by Michael Eldridge
The time has come for Jesus to accomplish what the Father sent Him to do. Jesus has prepared His disciples for this moment, as well as Himself in prayer, and now He is arrested, crucified, and raised from the dead. In this episode we simply read from the text to observe what's unique and important about John's presentation of these events. Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
Today we're joined by a special guest, Katie Philippi from Casey, Illinois. In this interview Katie shares with us her "why" for Bible study and how it has developed through the years to where she is now. She also shows us how people influence us and impact our growth toward maturity in Christ, and the challenge of pushing through the daily grind to prioritize time with God's word. Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Cafe Terrace at Night" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
Jesus spent a lot of time in prayer before going to the cross. While the other gospels record His prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, John focuses on Jesus' prayer after the Last Supper with the apostles. This is Jesus' longest recorded prayer, and it teaches us incredible lessons about His glory, the apostles' work, and His desire for us even today. Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
Throughout John 14-16 Jesus tells the apostles the Holy Spirit will come as their helper and counselor. He also tells them to not fear the future, for "I have conquered the world." Why did the apostles need this instruction and comfort? How was it fulfilled in their lives, and how does it relate to us today? Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
After taking a lengthy break, let's review and re-sharpen our Bible study skills as we Observe, Interpret, and Apply Genesis 6-9. We'll work through these chapters one step at a time, working from simple observations about the text to direct application connections that the New Testament makes from Noah's life. The flood narrative teaches us much about sin through humanity's rebellion, about faith through Noah's obedience, and about salvation through God's grace. Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
In Romans 7:14-25 Paul describes an inner conflict with sin, one in which he wants to do right but is unable to do so. This passage may seem straight-forward enough on the surface, as we all can relate to this inward battle. But read in context with the rest of Romans, big question emerge. Why does Paul say he is enslaved to sin? What is he saying about the "law"? Is he describing his experience before or after becoming a Christian. Hal Hammons joins us for a round-table to tackle these questions. Be sure to check out Hal's work at Citizens of Heaven podcast, Twenty Pages a Week reading plan, and personal site. Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
"I am the vine and you are the branches." Jesus describes Himself in a way that helps us see our complete dependence on Him - we must abide in Him if we are to bear fruit. However, this isn't the only relationship that's important. Jesus also addresses His disciples' relationship of love to fellow disciples, as well as the necessary separation between His people and the world of evil and sin. Each of these three relationships have enormous implications for how we live! Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
What did Jesus mean when He said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life"? And what does it mean that Jesus is "in the Father" and "the Father is in" Him? Jesus spoke all these things to the apostles at a time when they were troubled and in need of comfort, and these same truths are the basis for our assurance of faith today. Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
It's no coincidence that the very first lesson Jesus taught His disciples during this final conversation was to love one another. Indeed, His whole life was about not only teaching but demonstrating this principle. What Jesus did to show what humility and self-sacrifice looked like was so shocking that even Peter was offended! But it's precisely the kind of love Jesus calls every disciples to imitate. Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
Before His arrest Jesus spent a few hours in intimate conversation with his closest followers, preparing them for what was to come. This conference is unique to John's gospel and, with a mix of both sorrow and hope, is filled with encouragement and instruction. In this episode we read through and summarize these five chapters to see them as a whole. What was on Jesus' heart? What did he want His disciples to know and do? Resource Credits The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock
This episode's topic comes from a question submitted by a listener. Tiffany asked, "Did Jacob really wrestle with God in Genesis 32? If so, why does Scripture later say that no man has seen God and lived?" What a great question! Let talk about how we can reconcile these two ideas and how they point us to Jesus. Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock