Shows
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 101: Acts 13:1-39In this episode, we consider the beginning of Paul's first preaching journey.2025-04-0628 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 100: How the Holy Spirit Guides the ChristianIn this episode, we consider the work of the Holy Spirit in revealing and confirming God's word.2025-04-0629 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 99: Acts 12In this episode, we consider the benevolence of the church at Antioch, the execution of James, the apostle, and Peter's angel assisted escape from prison.2025-03-2130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 98: Ambassadors of the King, IIIn this episode, we consider the role of the apostles as the carried the will of Jesus Christ.2025-03-1629 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 97: Acts 11:1-26In this episode, we consider Peter's response to his critics and the spread of the gospel to the city of Antioch.2025-03-0929 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 96: Ambassadors of the King (Part 1)In this episode, we consider the role and work of the apostles2025-03-0230 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 95: Acts 10In this episode, we consider the conversion of Cornelius.2025-02-2328 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 94: How God Changes our HeartsIn this episode, we consider the Thessalonians as examples of transformation by the gospel. Consider how they were changed by the word of God.2025-02-1629 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 93: Acts 9:1-45In this episode, we consider the conversion of Saul and some miracles that Peter performed.2025-02-0929 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 92: Ezra, a Model Bible StudentIn this episode, we consider Ezra who set his heart to study, do, and teach God's will.2025-02-0230 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 91: Acts 8:26-9:6In this episode, we consider Philip preaching to the Ethiopian eunuch. I recorded loud on this one, so watch your volume!2025-01-2630 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 90: Acts 8:1-27In this episode, we consider the persecution against the church and the spread of the gospel to Samaria.2025-01-1230 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 89: Bible Authority, 7In this episode, we consider the distinctions in the work that a local congregation is permitted to do against what an individual disciple may engage in.2025-01-0530 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 88: Acts 7In this episode, we consider Stephen's sermon from Acts 7.2024-12-2930 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 87: Bible Authority, 6In this episode, we consider the concepts of generic and specific authority.2024-12-2229 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 86: Acts 5:17-6:15In this episode, we consider the apostles' stand against the Jewish council, the church's provision to care for the widows, and Stephen's preaching.2024-12-1530 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 85: Bible Authority, 5In this episode we consider how God communicates His will-- through telling, showing, and implying.2024-12-0829 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 84: Acts 4:23-5:16In this episode we consider the courage of the apostles in the face of the threats of the court, look at the unity of the disciples, and see the contrast between Barnabas and Ananias and Sapphira.2024-12-0130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 83: Bible Authority, 4In this episode we look at Old Testament examples to show that we must have God's permission to act as we seek to honor Him.2024-11-2430 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 82: Acts 3:1-4:22In this episode, we consider Peter and John's raising of the lame man and the sermon that followed it. We also consider their arrest and their trial before the Jewish court.2024-11-1730 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 81: Bible Authority, 3In this episode, we consider the role of the Bible in finding the will of God.2024-11-1030 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 80: Acts 2:33-47In this episode, we consider the conclusion and the responses to Peter's Pentecost sermon.2024-11-0330 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 79: Bible Authority, 2In this episode, we consider what it takes to be one of God's people-- a commitment to obedience from the heart.2024-10-2730 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 78: Acts 2:1-32In this episode, we consider the baptism of the Holy Spirit on the apostles and the message that Peter preached on that Pentecost.2024-10-2030 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 77: Bible Authority, 1In this episode, we consider God's right to command and expect to be obeyed.2024-10-1330 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 76: Acts 1In this episode, we consider Jesus' final words to His disciples, His ascension, and the choosing of a new apostle.2024-10-0630 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 75: Jesus, Lamb of GodIn this episode, we consider Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world!2024-09-2830 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 74: Luke 24:13-52In this episode, we finish our study of the book of Luke with a consideration of Jesus' post-resurrection appearances recorded in Luke 24.2024-09-2229 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 73: Jesus, the KingIn this episode, we consider the promises, fulfillment, and application of the good news that Jesus is King!2024-09-1529 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 72: Luke 23:44-24:12In this episode we consider the final moments of Jesus on the cross and the first evidence that He was raised from the dead.2024-09-0829 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 71: Jesus, God with UsIn this episode we consider the concept of Jesus, Immanuel, God with us.2024-09-0130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 70: Luke 23:6-452024-08-2530 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 69: God's Plan for My LifeIn this episode, we consider God's specific plan for our lives and how we make decisions in light of His will.2024-08-1130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 68: Luke 22:39-23:5In this episode, we consider Jesus' garden prayer, His arrest, and His handing over to Pilate.2024-08-0430 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 67: GodlinessIn this episode, we consider the concept of godliness-- what it means and how it shapes our lives.2024-07-2830 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 66*: Luke 22:1-38In this episode, we consider Jesus' final Passover supper with His disciples. *The previous week's episode was a replay of an old episode and only played on the radio.2024-07-2130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 65: Luke 21:5-38In this episode we consider Jesus' warnings about the judgment on Jerusalem and the destruction of the Temple.2024-07-0730 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 64: Two Truths about Sin from I John 2:1-2In this episode we consider that you should not sin and that forgiveness is available.2024-06-3030 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 63: Luke 20:41-21:7In this episode we consider Jesus' question to the religious leaders about the nature of the Messiah, His condemnation of the religious leaders, and the beginning of His warnings about the coming destruction of the temple in Jerusalem.2024-06-2330 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 62: Spiritual, but Not Religious?In this episode we consider the idea that one can be "spiritual" without concern about "religion."2024-06-1630 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 61: Luke 20:19-40In this episode, we consider some of the questions the religious leaders asked to undermine Jesus and look at the powerful and penetrating ways He responded.2024-06-1430 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 60: Luke 19:35-20:18In this episode, we consider Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and the discussion about His authority.2024-06-0230 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 59: The Biblical Principle of Progress, Part 2In this episode, we consider the principle of progress (continuation of Episode 57). * This episode was posted a week late.2024-06-0230 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 58: Luke 18:34-19:34In this episode, we consider the Jericho blind man crying out for Jesus, Zaccheus' desire to see Him, Jesus' parable about the nature of His kingdom, and His instructions as He looks at Jerusalem, about to make His entry.2024-05-1930 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 57: The Biblical Principle of Progress (I)In this episode, we consider how Paul shows us an example of confident growth in Christ and our hope of being transformed to be like Jesus!2024-05-1230 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 56: Luke 18:9-34In this episode, we consider Jesus' parable of the Pharisee and the publican, the parents who bring their little children to Jesus, the rich young ruler, and Jesus' third description of what was waiting on Him in Jerusalem.2024-05-0530 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 54: Luke 17:11-18:8In this episode, we consider Jesus' healing of the ten lepers, His teaching about the way the kingdom is coming, the judgment on the Jerusalem, and the way to pray in those days.2024-04-2130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 53: Baptism in Colossians 2In this episode we consider how Paul describes what occurred in baptism: surgery, resurrection, forgiveness, and victory through faith in the working of God by the blood and triumph of Jesus.2024-04-1430 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 52: Luke 16:19-17:10In this episode we consider the story of the Rich Man and Lazarus and Jesus' call to repeated forgiveness.2024-04-0730 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 51: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ (Part 3)In this episode, we consider the implications and significance of the Resurrection for our faith. Here is the article I reference: https://michaeljkruger.com/one-of-the-most-overlooked-arguments-for-the-resurrection-2/2024-03-3130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 50: Luke 16:1-18In this episode, we consider Jesus' parable about the unjust steward.2024-03-2429 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 49: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ (II)In this episode, we consider the basic evidence for the resurrection of Jesus.2024-03-1730 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 48: Luke 15:1-32In this episode, we consider Jesus' parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost sons.2024-03-1029 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 47: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ (Part I)In this episode, we consider the foundational nature of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.2024-03-0329 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 46: Luke 14:25-15:2In this episode, we consider the high call of following Jesus.2024-02-2529 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 46: The Role of the Church in the WorldIn this episode, we contend that God has made a better place in the world, His people, the church, and that our job is to embrace, display, and proclaim God's kingdom to the world. (Credit to John Nugent, Endangered Gospel for much of the direction of the lesson).2024-02-1830 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 45: Luke 14:1-24In this episode, we consider the miracle and parables of Jesus as He sits at a table in the house of a ruler of the Pharisees.2024-02-1130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 44: The Church of Christ in the "Local Sense" (Part II)In this episode, we consider what a local church of Christ should be.2024-02-0430 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 43: Luke 13:10-35In this episode we consider one of Jesus' Sabbath healings, His mustard seed and leaven parables, His answer to the question "Will few be saved?," His reaction to Herod's threats, and His mourning over Jerusalem's coming judgment.2024-01-2829 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 42: The Church of Christ in the "Local" SenseIn this episode, we begin a consideration of the phrase "church of Christ" in a local sense.2024-01-2130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 41: Luke 12:35-13:9In this episode, we consider Jesus' warnings regarding preparation for the day of judgment.2024-01-1429 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 40: The Church of Christ in the "Universal" SenseIn this episode, we consider the way the New Testament uses the word "church" to refer to those who belong to Christ in a "universal" sense (all time, all places). We also consider what it takes to become part of that grand assembly.2024-01-0729 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 39: Luke 12:13-34In this episode, we consider Jesus' instructions regarding our anxiety over food and clothing and His call to seek the kingdom first.2023-12-3130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 38: Luke 12:1-21In this episode we consider some warnings and promises Jesus gives to His disciples in view of the challenges of the religious leaders. We also look at some of Jesus' warnings against covetousness.2023-12-2430 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 37: Luke 11:37-44In this episode, we finish up Luke 11 by considering Jesus' rebuke of the Pharisees and Law "experts" for their hypocrisy and rejection of the word of God.2023-12-1730 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 36: Luke 11:-36In this episode, we consider Jesus' answer to the challenge that He cast out demons by Satan's power and His response to some critic's plea for a sign.2023-12-1029 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 35: Luke 11:1-4In this episode, we consider the model prayer Jesus left for us.2023-12-0330 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 34: Luke 10:25-42In this episode, we consider one of Jesus' most famous parables, the Good Samaritan and the encounter with Mary and Martha when Jesus went into their home.2023-11-2629 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 33: Luke 10:1-24In this episode we consider Jesus' sending of the 70(2?) and the conversations surrounding their work.2023-11-1930 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 32: Luke 9:37-62In this episode, we consider Jesus' turning His face toward Jerusalem and surrounding accounts that help us see what it means that Jesus is the Christ, the King and what that means for how we follow Him.2023-11-1229 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 31: Luke 9:27-36In this episode, we take a look at Jesus' promise of the coming of His kingdom and His transfiguration.2023-11-0528 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 30: Luke 9:1-28In this episode, we consider Jesus' investing the apostles with power and authority, the feeding of the 5,000, and Peter's confession of Jesus as the Christ and Jesus' framing of what that means for Him and any one who would follow Him.2023-10-2930 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 28, Luke 8:16-25In this episode we consider Jesus' further discussion of His call to be good hearers of God's word and look at His miraculous stilling of the storm.2023-10-1530 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 27: Luke 8:1-15In this episode, we consider Jesus' parable of the sower and the soils.2023-10-0830 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 26: Luke 7:24-50In this episode, we consider Jesus' consideration of John the Baptist, His evaluation of the people's response to Him, and the discussion of forgiveness that arises when a woman anoints Jesus' feet in Simon the Pharisees' house.2023-10-0129 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 25: Luke 7:1-23In this episode, we consider Jesus' healing of the centurion's servant, the raising of the widow's son at Nain, and John the Baptist's question about Jesus' identity.2023-09-2630 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 24: Luke 6:1-16In this episode, we consider two more engagements Jesus had with critics and His calling of the twelve apostles.2023-09-1029 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 23: A Church Shaped by Scripture, 4, WorshipIn this episode, we consider how our pursuit of being a church shaped by Scripture affects our worship.2023-08-2730 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 22*: Luke 5:17-39In this episode, we consider three challenges the Pharisees and scribes unsuccessfully bring against Jesus.2023-08-2029 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 21: Matthew 28:18-20, Part IIIn this episode, we consider Jesus' instruction to make disciples and the means, baptizing and teaching, He gave to accomplish that mission.2023-07-3030 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 20: Matthew 28:18-20, Part IIn this episode, we consider Jesus' words "All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth."2023-07-2329 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 19: Luke 5:1-16In this episode, we consider Jesus' miracle of the great catch of fish and the cleansing of the leper.2023-07-1630 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 18: A Church Shaped by Scripture, 3, Purpose and WorkIn this episode, we consider the mission of local churches as shaped by Scripture.2023-07-0930 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 17: Luke 4:16-44In this episode, we look at the very beginning of Jesus' ministry.2023-07-0230 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 16: A Church Shaped by Scripture, 2, TeachingIn this episode, we consider the importance of having teaching shaped by Scripture if we want to be a church shaped by Scripture.2023-06-2530 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 15: Luke 4:1-15In this episode, we look at Jesus' temptations and the beginning of his teaching ministry.2023-06-1828 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 14: A Church Shaped by Scripture, 1, IntroductionWith this episode, we begin a new series that called us to consider what is the guiding principle for the local church we are a part of.2023-06-1129 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 13: Luke 3:21-38In this study, we consider the baptism and genealogy of Jesus. 2023-06-0429 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 12: You Can Trust the Bible! Part IIIn this program, we consider some objections to the Bible's trustworthiness.2023-05-2830 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 11: Luke 3:1-20In this episode, we consider the preaching work of John the Baptist. (In addition, there is a brief word from Lonell Plyler about the program)2023-05-2130 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 10: You Can Trust the Bible (Part I)In this episode, we look at a few lines of thinking that establish confidence in the Bible. We also begin to look at some objections.2023-05-1430 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 9: Luke 2:15-52In this episode, we continue our look at the book of Luke. We'll see Jesus' parents observe the Law regarding circumcision and the redemption sacrifice. We'll also meet Simeon and Anna and see Jesus' in the temple at twelve years old.2023-05-0729 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 8: The Resurrection of Jesus ChristIn this episode, we examine the basic evidence for the resurrection of Jesus and consider some of the implications.2023-04-3030 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 7: Luke 2:1-14In this episode, we look at the birth of Jesus and the announcement to the shepherds.2023-04-2330 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 6: Back the to the Bible Because.... of the Role and Work of the Apostles, Part IIIn this episode, we consider the extent to which the apostles' words had application. Were their instructions limited by time and place?2023-04-1630 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 5: Luke 1:39-80We conclude our study of Luke 1 by looking at Mary's "Magnificat," the birth of John, and Zechariah's prophetic hymn.2023-04-0930 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEpisode 4: Back to the Bible Because... of the Role of the Apostles, Part IIn this episode, we consider the role and work of the apostles and how those factors motivate our drive to go "back to the Bible."2023-04-0229 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEp. 3: Luke 1:11-38In this episode, we continue our study of the book of Luke by looking at the angelic announcements to Zechariah and to Mary.2023-03-2629 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEp. 2: Back to the Bible Because... of the Nature of ScriptureA consideration of the foundations of the plea to go "Back to the Bible." Consideration of I Corinthians 2:9-13; Ephesians 3:1-6; II Timothy 3:16-17; II Peter 1:20-21 and other passages.2023-03-1930 min
Back to the Bible PodcastEp. 1: Luke 1:1-10This episode begins our study of the book of Luke.2023-03-1230 min