This podcast episode provides a preview of the audiobook by giving you Chapter 5: What a Non-Violent View of the Atonement Reveals about Scripture.In this podcast episode, you will learn how to read and understand the violent portions of Scri

The Task of the Church (Part II): Growing Adults (Ephesians 4:15-16)

Sep 8th, 2022 39m 14s

When people think of church growth they think of a church that has more people attending on Sunday morning services, or getting more money in the tithing plates, or adding a wing to the church building. But according to Ephesians 4:15-16, true

The Task of the Church (Part I): Guarding Children (Ephesians 4:14)

Sep 2nd, 2022 42m 36s

In Ephesians 4:14-16, God, through the pen of Paul, provides some clear instructions on what the church is supposed to do. There are two parts to these instructions of God about the task of the church, and so we will consider them in two differ

The Best Model for Church Growth (Ephesians 4:13)

Aug 26th, 2022 47m 37s

In Ephesians 4:13, Paul provides the best church growth model in history, which was provided by God. Namely, Jesus Christ. Ephesians 4:13 provides the three dimensions of this church growth model, the width of unity, the depth of maturity, and

Who Does the Work of the Ministry in the Church? (Ephesians 4:12)

Aug 19th, 2022 42m 12s

When you think of the work of the ministry in the church, what do you think of? Most people think of the work that pastors and missionaries do. But in Ephesians 4:12, Paul shows us that the work of the ministry is not done by church leaders, bu

Church Leaders Who Help Church Growth (Ephesians 4:11)

Mar 24th, 2022 52m 32s

If you want the church to grow, it is important to know the four spiritual gifts that God has provided to guide the church into proper church growth. Paul reveals these four roles in Ephesians 4:11, and this study explains what these four roles

Rejoice in Your Differences! (Ephesians 4:7-10)

Mar 17th, 2022 26m 55s

Do you want church unity? In Ephesians 4, Paul tells us how. Here is what Paul is saying about how to develop unity in the church:Ephesians 4:1-3: Check your own attitude first.Ephesians 4:4-6: Focus on all the things you have in common.Eph

Seven Elements of Christian Unity (Ephesians 4:4-6)

Mar 3rd, 2022 26m 22s

In Ephesians 1-3, Paul explained that God has given us great spiritual riches so that we can lead the world into peace. In the first part of Ephesians 4, Paul tells us Christians that the first way we can show the world how to live in peace is

The Church Must Lead the World into Peace (Ephesians 4:1-3)

Feb 17th, 2022 45m 45s

Everyone wants unity, but nobody really knows how to achieve it.Most people today seem to think that unity requires conformity. We think that unity is achieved when everybody thinks the same way, talks the same way, dresses the same way, and

To Love Your Enemies, Know You are Loved (Ephesians 3:18-21)

Dec 16th, 2021 32m 13s

Have you ever tried to actually love your enemies? It's next to impossible, isn't it? In Ephesians 3:18-21, Paul provides two ways that we can learn to love our enemies. These seem impossible as well, until we understand what Paul is actually s

Is it Impossible to Love our Enemies? (Ephesians 3:14-17)

Dec 2nd, 2021 32m 6s

In Ephesians, Paul has instructed his readers to live at peace with people they used to hate, and to begin loving their enemies instead. This is much easier said than done, so in Ephesians 3, Paul shows how he himself is doing this, and how his

How to Fix the World (Ephesians 3:8-13)

Nov 18th, 2021 38m 6s

Are you happy with the current state of the world? Do you wish things could change? Do you want the world to improve? Do you want to fix the world? In this study of Ephesians 3:8-13, we discover Paul's solution for how to fix the world. It's a

A Prisoner for Peace (Ephesians 3:1-7)

Nov 11th, 2021 32m 59s

In Ephesians 2, Paul encouraged his readers to live in peace with people they used to hate. Since this is much easier said than done, Paul begins Ephesians 3 by showing how he himself is living in peace with those who used to be his enemies. In

How Homeless Aliens Change the World (Ephesians 2:18-22)

Oct 28th, 2021 40m 47s

Strife, division, and hostility are not new in our day. They have been present since the beginning of the world when Cain killed Abel, or even before that when Adam blamed Eve for why he ate the forbidden fruit. Blame, accusation, violence, and

Vaccination Discrimination and Ephesians 2:13-17

Oct 22nd, 2021 1h 3m

Vaccinated or unvaccinated? Surprisingly, Ephesians 2:13-17 speaks to the issue. Sort of. In this study of Ephesians 2:13-17, we begin with a question from a reader about COVID vaccinations, and then turn to our ongoing study of Ephesians, wher

The Things that Divide Us (Ephesians 2:11-12)

Sep 30th, 2021 38m 5s

There were six things that caused division and strife between Jews and Gentiles. Paul discusses these in Ephesians 2:11-12. These same six things are found in various ways today in our culture and country. As we learn how Paul wanted the Ephesi

Created for Good Works (Ephesians 2:10)

Sep 2nd, 2021 31m 17s

Did you know God has prepared good works for you to do? In this study of Ephesians 2:10, we look at what these good works are, when God prepared them for you, and how this explanation of Ephesians 2:10 fits within the overall message of Ephesia

By Grace are you Saved Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9)

Aug 26th, 2021 27m 38s

I firmly believe that the Bible teaches that we receive eternal life by grace alone through faith alone in Jesus Christ alone. But is that what Paul is teaching in Ephesians 2:8-9 when he writes, "For by grace you have been saved through faith,

What is Salvation in Ephesians 2:5-7?

Aug 20th, 2021 40m 31s

As we continue our study of Ephesians, this study considers Ephesians 2:5-7 and the meaning of the word "salvation." We see that a misunderstanding of the word "salvation" leads to a misunderstanding of the entire chapter of Ephesians 2. But wh

The Biggest “But” in the Bible (Ephesians 2:4)

Jul 22nd, 2021 35m 35s

Trivia time! What's the biggest but in the Bible? We will discover the answer to that question today in our study of Ephesians 2:4. I will also answer a quick question from a reader about the topic of Calvinism.

Sin Leads to Wrath (Ephesians 2:3)

Jul 16th, 2021 41m 53s

Ephesians 2:1-3 explains the greatest problem humanity faces on this earth. Ephesians 2:3 reveals the root cause of this problem, and how it leads to the destruction of humanity. This podcast study explains all of this from Ephesians 2:2. Befor

The Subjects of Satan (Ephesians 2:2)

Jul 8th, 2021 36m 56s

Do you understand what is going on in the world? You would, if you understand the real problem with humanity. Ephesians 2:2 begins to show us what this problem is. The verse contains three phrases that point to one single reality as the identit

What does it mean to be dead in trespasses and sins? (Ephesians 2:1)

Jul 2nd, 2021 41m 52s

Ephesians 2 is one of the most misunderstood and misapplied chapters of the Bible. This study provides a brief overview of how to understand Ephesians 2, and then takes a deeper look at Ephesians 2:1 as an introduction to the chapter. We also d

You have the Power! (Ephesians 1:20-23)

Jun 24th, 2021 29m 13s

Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed by life? Is sin and temptation beating you at every turn? Do you feel defeated and ineffective in your attempts to follow Jesus in discipleship? If so, then the truths of Ephesians 1:20-23 are for you! Thes

What Paul prayed for … and what I pray for you (Ephesians 1:15-19)

Jun 17th, 2021 32m 13s

Ephesians 1:15-19 contains a list of things that Paul prays for. Seeing this helps us know what we can pray for as well. In fact, I do pray for these exact things, not only for myself, but also for everyone who reads my writings or listens to m