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Essential Bible StudiesTestimony and Reflections Season 5Jacob and his wife Cayla had just bought a new house and it was moving day. There was so much to look forward to on a bright and beautiful summer morning... and then tragedy struck. Jacob recalls the accident, the need for faith to endure through trial and the powerful hand of God through it all.
Key verse: "It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness." Lamentations 3:22-23
2023-03-2746 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Work of the Angels The Bible mentions angels at work from Genesis to Revelation. What are they doing? Turns out they're doing a lot. Jay joins Tim to summarize the important role that the angels fulfill to bring about God's will.
Theme Verse – Psalm 103:20
“Bless the LORD, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word.”
Re-cap from “Equal unto the Angels”
Why study angels? (Luke 20:35-36)
They represent and reveal God – “God manifestation”. They bear his name (Exodus 23:20-21)
We are made in the image of God/Elohim/an...2023-03-2039 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Problem with PrideA big part of what God's word warns us about is pride. There is a problem with pride especially if it goes unnoticed in our lives. Join Steve and Tim as they highlight some of the key passages in the Bible about this particular sin and how to overcome it.
Key Verse: "For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in the high and holy place, and also with him who is of a contrite and lowly spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly, an...2023-03-1341 min
Essential Bible StudiesIn Remembrance (Part 2) - The CupDuring the last supper, Jesus gathered with his disciples and shared bread and wine with them in a very significant way. He declared that the bread represented his body and the cup of wine his blood. This meal was not just a one time event but something Jesus commanded his disciples to do often. Nick and Tim continue the study by looking closely at the symbology of the cup and the importance of the new covenant.
Study aids
Bread & Wine Parallel Records Handout
Bread & Wine Summary Handout
Key verse
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Essential Bible StudiesIn Remembrance (Part 1) - The BreadDuring the last supper, Jesus gathered with his disciples and shared bread and wine with them in a very significant way. He declared that the bread represented his body and the cup of wine his blood. This meal was not just a one time event but something Jesus commanded his disciples to do often. We welcome Nick to this episode to discuss his in-depth studies on the symbolism involved and what it means for our lives.
Study aids
Bread & Wine Parallel Records Handout
Bread & Wine Summary Handout
Key verse
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Essential Bible StudiesHell (Part 2) - The Unquenchable FireA discussion on hell would not be complete without talking about fire. Why are hell and fire connected? Josh and Tim continue the discussion from last week by talking about the word for hellfire Gehenna and why Jesus warned about this unquenchable fire.
Key Verse: “Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.” (Matthew 10:28 ESV)
Part 1 - Not Abandoned to Hades
Introduction
Popular ideas of hell fire
Overview of the words for “hell” – Sheol, Hades and Gehenna
Definition...2023-02-2034 min
Essential Bible StudiesHell (Part 1) - Not Abandoned to HadesIn this episode Josh and Tim tackle the subject of hell. There are a lot of misconceptions about hell that a simple study like this will dispel. While it might not seem like a very positive subject, in the end, there is a message of hope that is very powerful.
Key Verse: “Therefore my heart was glad, and my tongue rejoiced; my flesh also will dwell in hope. For you will not abandon my soul to Hades, or let your Holy One see corruption.” Act 2:26-27
Study Help: Every passage with Hell as Sheol or Hades...2023-02-1329 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Five Snares of CovetousnessIn this episode we delve into some of the practical sides of recognizing sin in our lives and being able to deal with it. Covetousness is a great example of this. A sin that we might not know about unless God had told us not to covet. It's so important that it will exclude us from the kingdom of God. Frank joins Tim for interesting insights from his life on at least five areas to watch out for when it comes to covetousness.
Key verse: "Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with...2023-02-0632 min
Essential Bible StudiesEnemies Reconciled to GodKey verse: “For if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be saved by his life.” Romans 5:10
Introduction
Enemies with God
Romans 5:8-10
What does it mean to be an enemy?
What causes the hostility – our sins.
James 4:4 – being a friend of the world causes enmity with God
Where is the separation?
Col. 1:21 – This takes place in our minds (cp. Gen. 6:5 vs. Isa. 26:3)
Romans 8:5-7 the carnal mind is enmity with God
Reconciliation with God brings peace
Col. 1:20
Eph. 2:13-17
Rom. 5:1, 10-11
Definin...2023-01-3033 min
Essential Bible StudiesGod is Just and the JustifierKey Verse: “It was to show his righteousness at the present time, so that he might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus." Romans 3:26
Introduction
The conundrum of how a just God can save sinners
Why did Jesus have to die?
A core teaching on this in Romans 3:9-28
Chapter 3:9-24
The terrible sinfulness of all men (v.9-20, 23). Our knowledge of sin brings a recognition of guilt (v. 19).
The righteousness of God (v. 21-22) and the meaning of justification.
“By his grace” (v. 24). This is his gift. It is a balance of grace...2023-01-2331 min
Essential Bible StudiesBlessed is the One Who ReadsWelcome to Season 5!
Part of being a good Bible student is being a good Bible reader. Wayne Coutu joins Tim Young for a conversation about the importance of consistent daily Bible reading and how to go about it.
Resources:
Website with the daily readings and commentary - The Daily Bible Readings
YouVersion app with daily reading planner
Apple app - Daily: Bible Reading
Outline:
Key verse: Rev. 1:3
Introduction
God speaks to us through his Word (like a missed call or voicemail)
We...2023-01-1636 min
Essential Bible StudiesSeason 5 TrailerThe first episode of the Essential Bible Studies podcast season FIVE premiers on January 16th, 2023.
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2022-12-0502 min
Essential Bible StudiesSeek First the Kingdom of GodRecently my good friends Peter and Larry asked me to join them on their very first episode of a new podcast called “Come to Life”. I jumped at the chance. As the name suggests it’s a podcast that deals with a lot of the issues of life like how to pray or coping with grief or overcoming addictions. They interview all sorts of fascinating personalities. It’s a very interesting mix of subjects.
The foundation of it all is the word of God, using the Bible as their guide. With that in mind they wanted to start of...2022-08-0841 min
Essential Bible StudiesTestimony and Reflections Season 4Frank Abel joins Tim Young to finish off Season 4 with his testimony and reflections on his life.
Episode's of the TV show Great News for the World with footage of preaching at Allan Gardens in Toronto are on the Christadelphian TV channel on YouTube.
Ron Abel's book Wrested Scripture can be purchased as a book in the UK or the US and found on a website.
2022-04-1845 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Ways of Providence (Part 2) - God’s Hand Among the NationsOur study of God’s providence continues this time with a focus on how God works among the nations. The Bible gives us key insights on God’s view of the kingdoms of men and how he is ultimately in control to bring about his kingdom on earth. Join Dan and Tim as they grapple with difficult questions about how God’s rules in the Kingdoms of men, how these rulers are still responsible to God and what this means for the believer’s involvement in politics.
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Key Verse:
“The se...2022-04-1129 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Ways of Providence (Part 1) - God’s Hand in Your LifeFor the first time we have Dan from the Bible Basics Webinar (www.biblebasicswebinar.com) here to talk with us about the providence of God. This is an essential Bible study because it gets at the heart of how we perceive the circumstances of our life. Are events just by chance or can God manipulate them for his purpose? This question leads us to consider many examples from the Bible of how God works behind the scenes in the lives of believers.
Key Verse:
“But all this I laid to heart, examining it all, how th...2022-04-0435 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Word was made FleshIn conjunction with last week’s podcast from John 1:1, Jay and Tim consider the context and the importance of verse 14, “the Word was made flesh”. What is it about Jesus being flesh that is so crucial to his sacrifice? Does it contradict the doctrine of the Trinity? How are we to understand this glory that was seen? The scriptures lead us to the wonderful conclusion that we will all eventually share in the divine nature, Jesus being the first among many.
Key Verse:
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his...2022-03-2830 min
Essential Bible StudiesIn the Beginning was the WordJohn starts off his gospel by saying “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God”. This is a key verse for what many refer to as the Trinity. Jay and Tim discuss an attempt at a simple definition of the Trinity and whether this verse supports it. They then get into looking at what John is truly saying about the Word and Jesus by his use of the principle of personification found in other scriptures and the New Testament concept of a new creation in Christ Jesus.
Key Vers...2022-03-2133 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Virgin Shall ConceiveKnowing Jesus better starts with his miraculous birth, born of a virgin by the power of the Holy Spirit. Jesse rejoins Tim to expand on studies from Genesis 3:15 to see how this prophecy/promise sets the stage. We delve into some wonderful verses in Isaiah predicted that Jesus would be born of a virgin. The Scriptures then lead us to the fulfillment in the Lord Jesus Christ and what it ultimately means that he was both the Son of God but also the Son of Man.
Key Verse:
“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a...2022-03-1435 min
Essential Bible StudiesOvercoming TemptationWith all this talk about sin on the podcast lately, it’s about time we discuss some practical matters on how to overcome temptation. Stephen joins Tim to discuss the Biblical definition of temptation and provide examples and stories to help us in our fight against sin. Find out what it means to “not pack a snack for the flesh”.
Key Verse:
“Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am being tempted by God,” for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured...2022-03-0731 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Curse of the SerpentAfter the fall of man, God pronounces a curse upon the serpent which includes an enigmatic statement concerning a future enmity. Jesse joins Tim for the first time to discuss this earliest of prophecies about the Lord Jesus Christ and how he would crush the head of the serpent. Listen in as we break down each of the characters and what the allegory all means.
Key Verse: “I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring; he shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise his heel.” Gen 3:15
Show...2022-02-2840 min
Essential Bible StudiesSin Entered the WorldIn this episode, Rob and Tim read through and discuss the Bible's record of the very first sin in Genesis 2 and 3. Why was there a tree of the knowledge of good and evil? Why did God command Adam not to eat of it? What is up with the serpent? What lessons can we learn about temptation and sin? It’s all here in this episode.
Key Verse: “Therefore, just as sin came into the world through one man, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men because all sinned" Romans 5:12
Show Notes:
2022-02-2129 min
Essential Bible StudiesSin in Five VersesFrom Genesis to Revelation, sin is a major topic. One could even say it is a subject of life and death. Rob joins Tim to get a grasp on five verses that define sin. They are all very similar, yet each has its own nuance. The more we get into this study the more we get a sense of the seriousness of sin and letting God define it for us.
Key Verse:
“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Rom 6:23
The...2022-02-1432 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Greatest of these is LoveCould there be any more beautifully expressed words then Paul's exposition on love in 1 Corinthians 13? Join Brian and Tim and as they talk about the Greek words for love to get a better understanding of how to love like Christ. They then go on to explore each phrase and consider what it means for us in our life of discipleship.
Key Verse:
“So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:13
Handouts:
1 Corinthians 13 Version Comparison Spreadsheet
1 Corinthians 13 Comparison with Exodus 34
1...2022-02-0742 min
Essential Bible StudiesIn the Image and Likeness of God (Part 2)The discussion on man being in the image of God continues in this episode where it focuses on Jesus Christ. How is he described as being in God's image and what is the implication for us? The conclusion to this study is a beautiful realization that our hope is to made into the image of the heavenly after the pattern of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Key verse:
2 Cor. 3:18 "And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For t...2022-01-3134 min
Essential Bible StudiesIn the Image and Likeness of God (Part 1)What does it mean for man to be created in the image and likeness of God? Is it a physical image or something else? Frank and Tim start a discussion on this topic taken from Genesis 1:26. It turns into a really interesting study taking the show to unexpected passages in Scripture looking for answers.
Key Verse:
Genesis 1:26 “Then God said, ‘Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the...2022-01-2428 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Greatest CommandmentJesus said the greatest commandment of all was “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind." and that there was a second like it "You shall love your neighbor as yourself." This was so important that he said, "on these two commandments depend all the Law and the Prophets.” (Matt. 22:37-40)
Tim and Aaron explore the importance of love as an essential of essential Bible studies. They go back to the Old Testament reference that Jesus draws upon as well as the context. Discover what...2022-01-1735 minEssential Bible StudiesSeason 4 Highlight TeaserThe next season of the Essential Bible Studies Podcasts starts on January 17th, 2022. Listen to some of the highlights coming up. It's going to be a great season of engaging Bible study and discovery. Don't miss it!
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2021-12-2707 min
Essential Bible StudiesSeason 4 TrailerSeason 4 of the Essential Bible Studies Podcast drops on January 17th, 2022. Listen in to find out what is coming!
2021-12-0603 min
Essential Bible StudiesTestimony and Reflections Season 3 (Part 2)This is the second part to our season three testimony. Stan Isbell continues the amazing story of how God has worked in his life. Stan recalls considering ending his life before one conversation would change everything. Along the way Stan relates lessons learned through the years and how we can more effectively preach the word of God to others.
The chart of God's 7000 Year Plan that changed Stan's life can be found here.
The cover photo is from the Texas Christadelphian Camp and Conference Center, a place dear to Stan, but that's another story. Photo c...2021-04-0538 min
Essential Bible StudiesTestimony and Reflections Season 3 (Part 1)
For our season three testimony we welcome Stan Isbell to share his story of how God has worked in his life. Stan recalls his early life in Texas, the experiences that led him to drug addiction, and to thoughts of ending his life before God stepped in and brought him back from the abyss. The is the first of a two part series because it is so amazing.
2021-03-2938 min
Essential Bible StudiesYou are godsThis is the second of a two part study on Jesus' words in John 10:22-38. In response to the Jews accusing Jesus of making himself equal with God, Jesus quoted Psalm 82:6 "I said, you are gods." What did Jesus mean by this and how did it help to answer his antagonists? Tim Young and Tom Colby find the answer in the context of Psalm 82. Follow this lead and you'll see the wonder and beauty of Jesus' response.
Episode Outline
Introduction
Previous podcast, setting the scene (John 10:22-24)
Jesus’ answer is quoting from Psalm 82:6
Understanding Psalm 82 and Go...2021-03-2225 min
Essential Bible StudiesI and the Father are OneThis is the first of a two part study on Jesus' words in John 10:22-38. In verse 30 Jesus said, "I and the Father are one". It's important to understand the context of the argument Jesus is having with the Jews. Tom Colby and Tim Young spend some time unraveling the meaning of this phrase to reveal a very important Bible principle called God manifestation. This is the culmination of some of the studies we've been having this season. It is sure to make you appreciate the Lord Jesus Christ more and how we pray to be one with him...2021-03-1527 min
Essential Bible StudiesDiscerning the SpiritsHow did Christians living in the first century know what was true and what should be included in the Bible? How can we be confident what is in the Bible is what is supposed to be there? The answer is in the Bible. Jay Mayock and Tim Young discuss the role of prophets and how the Holy Spirit gifts of the first century were used to test the prophet's words to be true or false. This essential Bible study brings us confidence in the Bible as the word of God and provides the tools to reject false doctrines.
2021-03-0839 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Name ProclaimedThis is the second of a two part study on Exodus 33 and 34 (the first part is here). We ascend the mountain with Moses to have the name of Yahweh revealed to us. Tim Young and Stephen Macfarlane discuss this surprising and powerful revelation and what it means for us in our discipleship.
The cover photo is from the summit of Mt. Sinai. Photo credit: Mohammed Moussa - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
2021-03-0127 min
Essential Bible StudiesShow Me Your GloryIn this first of a two part study on Exodus 33 and 34, Stephen Macfarlane joins Tim Young to dig deeper into the record to see how Moses sought to know God. The divine name had been revealed earlier to Moses (see this podcast) but Moses still desired to know God more intimately. These chapters serve as key studies to show us how we too should seek after God, to know him and to manifest his name.
The cover photo is from the summit of Mt. Sinai. Photo credit: Mohammed Moussa - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
2021-02-2230 min
Essential Bible StudiesFive Prayer Principles
Prayer is a struggle for many of us. How do I pray? What do I pray for? How do I know my prayers will be answered? We should not feel alone in this because even the Lord’s disciples struggled with how to pray. They asked in Luke 11:1, “Lord teach us to pray.” In this episode we look at five key prayer principles that can draw us closer to God and make prayer more practical. How can we make it part of our everyday lives and see the power that prayer provides.
Thanks to Words in Season for the cover art. Ch...2021-02-1534 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Memorial Name YahwehWe feel like we are standing on holy ground in this episode. Frank Abel and Tim Young discuss the revelation of God's name of Yahweh before Moses at the burning bush in Exodus 3. What does this name mean and what does it tell us about God? This continues our studies about God and how he manifests himself.
Reference: The Usage and Translation of the Hebrew "ehyeh"
Episode Outline
Introduction
Exodus 3:3-4 - standing on holy ground – the importance of this topic
Moses asking questions Ex. 3:3,11,13 “What is your name?”
Exodus 3:14-15 The declaration of the na...2021-02-0829 min
Essential Bible StudiesEqual to the AngelsJesus said that those who are resurrected to everlasting life will be "equal to the angels". If this is the case then we certainly want to know as much as we can about God's heavenly angels. Rob Alexander joins Tim Young to introduce us to this essential Bible study.
Key Verse:
“… those who are considered worthy to attain to that age and to the resurrection from the dead neither marry nor are given in marriage, for they cannot die anymore, because they are equal to angels and are sons of God, being sons of the resu...2021-02-0132 min
Essential Bible StudiesWritten For UsAn essential part of our Bible study is to understand that the word of God was written for us. It is a personal letter to you in this very day and age. Aaron joins Tim to discuss many different passages that relate to us that the Bible is so much more then a history book.
For further reading get a copy of Our Sure Foundation by the Christadelphian Magazine.
Show Notes
Key Verse “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two edged sword piercing even to the division of...2021-01-2531 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Joy of Bible MarkingWhy would you write in your Bible? Marking our Bibles is a great way to make it personal. It helps us to get it into our heart and to have a ready answer. Tim and Josh discuss different types of Bible marking with lots of examples of what they've found to be helpful.
Outline
Introduction
What is Bible marking? Why do it?
Wide margin Bibles
Getting into a routine
Why Personalize Your Bible?
Duty of a King to write out the law (Deuteronomy 17:18)
It is about getting it into your heart (Proverbs 7:1...2021-01-1837 min
Essential Bible StudiesSeason 3 TrailerSeason 3 starts on January 18th, 2021. Listen in as Tim and Jay discuss what is ahead for our new studies and some other goodies!
2020-12-0705 min
Essential Bible StudiesTestimony and Reflections Season 2Martin Mostacedo joins Tim Young to wrap up season two. Martin talks about his beginnings in Bolivia, his Catholic upbringing and how he came to a changed life by reading and studying the Bible. Martin shares his favorite episode and his impressions on season two.
Key verse from John 4:23, "But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him."
Martin mentions Wrested Scripture which can be found in book form and a website.
2020-04-2038 min
Essential Bible StudiesUsing Lexicons: A Word Study of "Church"The word “ecclesia” has been said a few times on the podcast without any definition. We fix that in this episode. Matt Colby rejoins the podcast to talk about one of his favorite Bible study tools, the lexicon. As a practical example, we look up the word “church” in different lexicons to see what sort of definitions they provide. The Greek word for church is “ecclesia” and we delve into the significance of this word and why we prefer to say “ecclesia” instead of “church”.
Scripture mentions:
1 Corinthians 11:18
Romans 16:5,23
1 Corinthians 1:1-2 (key verse)
Lexicon resources mentioned:
Vi...2020-04-0637 min
Essential Bible StudiesWith What Judgment You JudgeOur last study of the "eternal judgment" by our Lord Jesus Christ made us reflect on how we are judging now. We might read one verse that says "do not judge" and another one that instructs us to judge righteously. Frank Abel joins Tim Young to discuss these passages and how we have to take them all together to get a balanced view.
"Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment.” (John 7:24)
Outline
Intro
Many passages about the future judgment relate to how we are judging now (e.g...2020-03-3039 min
Essential Bible StudiesEternal JudgmentIn Hebrews 6:2, one of the essential bible studies listed is that of "eternal judgment". Frank Abel joins Tim Young to discuss the subject of the coming judgment. It is important for us to understand the Bible's teaching on this as it says we will all have to stand before the "judgment seat of Christ". Will you be ready?
Passage discussed:
Romans 14:10-12 – Key verse: Everyone to give an account at the judgment seat of Christ
Mark 16:15-16 – The gospel preaching to all the world is the basis of responsibility
Acts 10:40-48 – Jesus will be the judge
2 Timoth...2020-03-2340 min
Essential Bible StudiesTed's Top Eight Baptism PassagesTed Hodge is here to share with us his top eight passages on baptism.
Mark 16:15-16 – Belief and baptism for salvation
Acts 8:12 – Men and women (not children) who believed the gospel were baptised
Acts 8:36-39 – Baptism is an immersion in water (see also John 3:22-23)
John 3:5 – Cannot enter the kingdom if not born of water and spirit
Acts 22:16 – Past: Baptism is for the forgiveness of past sins (see also 1 Cor. 15:31)
Romans 6:3-6 – Present: Baptism is for walking in a new life (see also Matt. 3:17)
Galatians 3:26-29 – Future: Baptism makes us heirs of the promises
1 Peter 3:20-21 - Conclusion
Find us on F...2020-03-1632 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Coming of the King (Part 2)This is the second part of our study on the Coming of the King in 1 Thessalonians. Paul encouraged the Thessalonians in their hope of the return of the Lord Jesus Christ from heaven. This is our hope too. Tim and Stephen converse on the importance of making this a reality and living our lives as if we were already in the Kingdom of God.
The music at the end is "Crown of Rejoicing" from the "Even So, Come" CD. Used by permission.
Overheads with "the royal triplet" can be found here.
You can...2020-03-0930 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Coming of the King (Part 1)This episode is broadcast from a special place, the Manitoulin Island Christadelphian Bible Camp with a special guest. You'll have to listen in to find out who it is. He shares with us his studies in Paul's epistles to the Thessalonians with its emphasis on the coming of the King, the Lord Jesus Christ. The word "coming" is the Greek parousia and has a special cultural and historical significance. Our guest also shares with us an essential Bible study concerning faith, hope, and love, which he calls "the royal triplet". This is part 1 of 2.
Overheads with "the...2020-03-0228 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Parable of the Rich Man and LazarusJesus' parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus is a difficult one to understand. Jay Mayock and Tim Young delve into the background and meaning of the parable. Out of this study comes a deeper appreciation of how and why Jesus was condemning the Pharisees and Sadducees with such a story and what we are to practically learn from it.
2020-02-2431 min
Essential Bible StudiesWe Shall Not All SleepWe have all experienced falling asleep at night and waking up in the morning refreshed to start a new day. God uses sleep and awakening as a metaphor in the Bible to describe death. Aaron McKee and Tim Young go through this essential Bible study on sleep and how it has a wonderful message of hope beyond death. Our key verse is from 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, "Behold! I tell you a mystery. We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will...2020-02-1730 min
Essential Bible StudiesEvery Word of God is PureThis is part three of our three-part series on the inspiration of the Bible. In this episode, we look at how the Bible describes itself as "innerant". This is not a word that we use too often and neither does the Bible. The Scriptures have different ways of talking about it though. Tim Young and Jay Mayock look at three key passages that talk about the purity of God's word and how important they are for our outlook on studies of the Bible.
The chart on Psalm 19 is here.
For further reading get a copy...2020-02-1023 min
Essential Bible StudiesAll Scripture is God BreathedThis is the second part of a three-part series on the inspiration of the Bible. This one is about the scriptures, the written word of God. How did the spoken word of God come to be written down? Jay Mayock and Tim Young continue with this all-important subject discussing how the true inspiration of the Bible is under attack today and how we have to study our Bibles to know what it claims for itself.
For further reading get a copy of Our Sure Foundation by the Christadelphian Magazine.
2020-02-0331 min
Essential Bible StudiesGod Spoke...The basis of all our studies is that the Bible is the Word of God. What does it mean that the Bible is inspired by God? What does the Bible say for itself on this question? Jay Mayock joins Tim Young to begin this three-part series on the inspiration of God. In this first part, we'll see how God spoke through angels, prophets and the Lord Jesus Christ.
2020-01-2741 min
Essential Bible StudiesFirst Natural, Then SpiritualSeason 2 starts where we left off last season with the question, "Where is Genesis 2:7 quoted in the New Testament?" This leads on a journey to understand Paul's message about the resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15. Along the way, our Bible study reveals to us the meaning of the word "soul" and its connection with Psalm 49. Listen in as Tim Young and Steven Macfarlane discuss this essential Bible study.
The table used for the reading of contrasts in 1 Corinthians 15 can be found here.
2020-01-2034 min
Essential Bible StudiesSeason 2 TrailerHere we go! We're queuing up season 2 with some wonderful new Bible studies. Listen in as we go through what to expect for our new season starting in January 2020.
2019-12-0905 min
Essential Bible StudiesTestimony and ReflectionsOur first season ends with a look back on our favorite episodes and plans for the future. Along the way, George Kachmar shares his personal testimony with Tim Young.
2019-04-1528 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Creation of ManWe hit a Bible speed bump when we come to Genesis 2:7. Stephen Macfarlane joins Tim Young to explain what a Bible speed bump is and why this small verse is so essential. We learn a lot about our Creator and ourselves in the process.
For more visit www.essentialbiblestudies.org
2019-04-0128 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Good Fight of the FaithThis is our fourth and final episode on faith. This time its about "the faith". Tim Young and Brian Alexander start off with some data visualization on the word faith. This leads them into an unexpected area of Paul's epistles that concentrate on "the faith".
For show notes, visit www.essentialbiblestudies.org
2019-03-2531 min
Essential Bible StudiesThe Faith that SavesOur studies in "faith" continue with this important podcast on how faith saves. Stephen Macfarlane and Tim Young begin at the starting point of Genesis 15:6. This verse is so vital that it is quoted three times in the New Testament. We draw lessons from each New Testemant passage learning about justification by faith and how faith is to be seen in our works.
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2019-03-1142 min
Essential Bible StudiesJay's Top Ten Kingdom of God PassagesJay Mayock shares his top ten passages about a literal kingdom of God upon the earth.
2019-03-0443 min
Essential Bible StudiesGrowing in FaithFrom the last podcast we learning what faith is, now we need to get it and increase it. Tom Colby and Tim Young continue their discussion of faith and how we can go from a "little faith" to a "great faith".
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Essential Bible StudiesNow Faith Is..."Faith toward God" (Hebrews 6:1) is certainly an essential Bible study. Tom Colby and Tim Young discuss this important word, how to define it, and how it is much more than just believing God exists. This is the first podcast in a four-part series on "faith".
2019-02-1833 min
Essential Bible StudiesRepent!Repent! This was what John the Baptist, Jesus and the Apostles first preached. Tim Young and Brian Alexander discuss this important topic for our lives. They go through the Old and New Testament words giving examples of how they are used. From there they tackle the tough questions, "What is needed for repentance?" and "What do we repent from?"
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2019-02-1142 min
Essential Bible StudiesBible Study Tools - ConcordancesMatt and Tim talk about using a concordance for Bible study. You don't need to be a Hebrew and Greek scholar to get more out of the words of the Bible. This show goes through examples of using a concordance and some pitfalls to avoid.
Links to recommended concordances:
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance to the Bible
Englishman's Hebrew Concordance: Coded with Strong's Concordance Numbers
The Englishman's Greek Concordance: Coded with Strong's Concordance Numbers
2019-02-0428 min
Essential Bible StudiesChoosing a Bible Version
When getting into Bible study it is important to know about the different versions of the Bible. Matt Colby and Tim Young go through the different philosophies of each with its advantages and disadvantageous. Finally, they reveal which version they've chosen for the Essential Bible Studies podcast.
2019-01-2727 min
Essential Bible StudiesDefining Essential Bible StudiesIf we're going to discuss essential Bible studies then we need the Bible to tell us what they are. Tim Young and Matt Colby delve into this important starting point with a study of Hebrews 6:1-2.
2019-01-2234 minEssential Bible StudiesIntroductionThis is the introduction to an exciting new Christadelphian podcast called Essential Bible Studies.
2019-01-1504 min