I just want to talk about the Bible

In this episode we look at the importance of not taking credit for what the Lord has done, but rather giving Him the glory. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 4: Brief overview of the Old Testament Scriptures referenced: Jeremiah 22:8-9 Daniel 1:6-7 Daniel 4:4-37 Romans 3:23 Jonah 3:4-10 Matthew 28:18 Philippians 2:10-11 Deuteronomy 8:3, 11-18 Matthew 5:3 Romans 6:23b John 15:2 Galatian...

In this episode we talk about an important aspect of the Christian life that we should be engaged in each and every day. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 93: Truths from Ruth Episode 94: Is anything too hard for the Lord? Scriptures referenced: 1 Samuel 30:1-6 Romans 12:2 Matthew 6:33 Isaiah 26:3 Psalm 103:1-5 Psalm 42:11 Proverbs 18:21 John 10:10 John 14:18 Hebrews 13:5 Romans 8:38-3...

Today we look at a crucial principle from the life of Abraham that we should all seek to emulate. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 66: Isaacs or Ishmaels? Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, Part 1 Episode 91: Hupomenō Scriptures referenced: Genesis 12:1-3 Genesis 15:1-6 Genesis 17:1-7 Genesis 12:4 Genesis 18:10-15 Genesis 21:1-3, 6 Proverbs 13:12 Romans 4...

In this episode we do a brief overview of Ruth and draw out three truths. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 31: "Until I went into the sanctuary of God" Quotes used in this episode: NET footnote from Matthew 22:24: "The brother of a man who died without a son had an obligation to marry his brother’s widow....

In this episode we talk about potential idols in our lives and what to do about them. Here is the prayer I encouraged you to pray: "Lord, is my heart blameless and whole towards You, or are there rivals to you in my heart?" Scriptures referenced: 2 Chronicles 16:9a-b 1 Kings 11:1-4 2 Corinthians 6:14 1 Corinthians 7:16 Psalm 86:11-12 Psalm 127:1 Proverbs 27:6 Proverbs 27:17 Matthew 6:1-1...

In this episode we discuss the crucial role that steadfastness/endurance plays in the life of a believer. For those of you who are interested, here are some links regarding the Greek words I referenced in this episode: Hupomenō (Source 1) Hupomenō (Source 2) Hupomoné (Source 1) Hupomoné (Source 2) Scriptures used: John 15:4 Romans 8:28 Galatians 5:22-23 James 5:11 Job 16:7-17 Job 19:6-12 Job 16:20...

In this episode we talk about the fact that we will experience opposition if we are actively following Jesus and sharing the Gospel. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 86: The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few Scriptures referenced: Luke 11:14-23 John 3:16-21 John 14:6 John 8:12 Matthew 5:14 John 15:18-20 2 Ti...

In this episode we talk about how God gives us wisdom when we need it. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 83: The lie of anxiety and the grace for today Scriptures used: 1 Samuel 10:8 1 Samuel 13:1-14 Esther 9:1-2 2 Peter 1:3-4 Psalm 56:3-4 Romans 12:2 James 1:5-8 Matthew 6:34 Proverbs 12:15 Proverbs 27:1 John 5:17 Galatians 5:22-23 Psalm 27:14 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** When I rea...

In this episode we talk about being zealous for the Lord. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 86: The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few Episode 87: Guard your hope Greek words referenced: Spoudé (G4710) Zeó (G2204) (source 1) Zeó (G2204) (source 2) Zelos (G2205) Zélótés (G2207) Scriptures referenced: Romans 12:11 Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Matthew 22:37-40 John 14:15 1 Corinthians 3...

In this episode we talk about the crucial importance of walking in biblical hope. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 82: Do not despise the time in between Episode 86: The harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few Scriptures referenced: Job 23:8-9 Job 30:26 Job 42:5 1 Peter 5:7 Philippians 4:7 Psalm 55:22 Proverbs 12:2...

In this episode we discuss the vital importance of sharing the Gospel, and we ask ourselves some difficult questions about our sharing Jesus habits. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Access resources to aid in telling others about Jesus I mentioned videos from the recent sharing Jesus workshop that we did at Mentoring Men for the...

In this episode we take a look at Romans 6 and how to walk in freedom from sin. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 14: Our funeral leads to our freedom Episode 83: The lie of anxiety and the grace for today Scriptures referenced: Romans 5:20-21 Romans 6:1-23 Colossians 2:11-12 Matthew 28:18-20 2 Corinthians 5:17 Genesis 4:6-7 Galatians 5:22-23 Romans 12:2 Proverbs 29:25 Proverbs 27:6 2...

Today we talk about a facet of self-control that we all need each and every day. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 72: A sacrifice of praise Episode 82: Do not despise the time in between Episode 83: The lie of anxiety and the grace for today Scriptures referenced: Galatians 5:22-23 2 Corinthians 10:5 Romans 12:2 Ephesians 3:14-21 Matthew 7:7-8 Psalm 107:6 Psalm 118:5 Romans 8:9 Galat...

Today we look at what exactly it is that anxiety is trying to get us to do when it strikes and how to resist it.  And we also talk about how God gives us everything we need for today. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 21: I never knew you Episode 24: The Gospel Order The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom Scriptures referenced: Matthew 6:34 Philippians 4:6-9 Isaiah 50:4 Proverbs 6:6-11 Ps...

Today we discuss how circumstances we may see as unpleasant may actually be preparatory and how the Lord is developing humility in us. Buy A Tale of Three Kings Scriptures referenced: Numbers 13-14 Deuteronomy 8 Romans 8:28 James 4:6 Psalm 127:1 Genesis 37; 39-50 2 Samuel 5:3-5 (note also 2 Samuel 2:1-4) Psalm 27:13 Proverbs 2 James 1:5 **CORRECTION** When I said chapter 29 verse 21 I meant chapte...

Today we continue our discussion about spiritual warfare and look at one particular title of the enemy's that reveals how he operates. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 79: Satan was in Eden too Episode 80: Do not give in to fear! Scriptures referenced: 2 Timothy 1:7 James 4:6-7 1 Peter 5:8-9 1 John 4:1 Matthew 4:1-11 Luke 4:13 Genesis 3:1-6 Ephesians 6:10-11, 16 Romans 8:1 Revela...

In this episode we talk about how fear is a chief weapon in the arsenal of our enemy and how we must resist it! Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 79: Satan was in Eden too I mentioned some info about the phrase "hem me in" from Psalm 139:5. You can see info about the phrase in the original Hebrew HERE . Scriptures referenced: 2 Kings 6:8-17 James 4:6-8 1 Peter 5:8-9 Psalm 13...

In this episode we talk look at the reality of the spiritual realm and consider one component with regard to identifying the origin of thoughts. Other podcast episodes referenced in this one: Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 77: Fullness of joy Listen to the sermon by J. D. Greear that I mentioned Here is the J. D. Greear Quote: "When the Holy Spirit, your real Shepherd speaks, it's in the...

Today we talk about not missing what the Lord may be saying to us or doing in us and around us because we are so focused on something else. Scriptures used: Mark 8:1-21 Matthew 14:21 John 6:8-9 Matthew 16:1-12 1 Samuel 17:24-37, 54 Isaiah 26:3 Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalm 103:1-5 Romans 8:28 Psalm 27:13 Romans 13:7 Matthew 6:33 Luke 10:38-42 **CORRECTION** When I quoted Romans 8:28, I accidentally omitted...

In this episode we talk about the joy that comes as a result of being in the presence of God and how important it is that we be walking in that joy. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 72: A sacrifice of praise Listen to the sermon by J. D. Greear that I mentioned Below is the quote from J. D. Greear that I read near the end. Two people asked for it after this lesson was originally give...

In this episode we continue the conversation on Psalm 34 that we began in episode 75. Today, we look at the remainder of the psalm, but we focus on verses 4-10. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 75: Oh, magnify the Lord with Me! Listen to Psalm 34 (Taste and See) by Shane & Shane. Scriptures referenced: Psalm 34 Psalm 119:18 Habakkuk 3:17-19 John 17:3 Matthew 7:21-23 John 15:4-5 L...

In this episode we take a look at Psalm 34:1-3 and discuss how to apply these verses in our lives. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 72: A sacrifice of praise Listen to Psalm 34 (Taste and See) by Shane & Shane. Scriptures referenced: Matthew 16:17 John 15:5 Psalm 34:1-3 Matthew 5:13-14 Psalm 33:1 Psalm 50:23 Habakkuk 3:17-19 Hebrews 13:15 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Philippians 4:4 E...

In this episode we discuss bringing to the Lord whatever little we may have and trusting Him to use it for whatever He wants to accomplish. Visit Mentoring Men for the Master's website If you would like more information about Mentoring Men for the Master, feel free to email me at ijustwanttotalkabout@gmail.com! Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 48: Five loaves and two fish Scriptu...

Today we talk about how the Lord may be leading us into the very things we are seeking to avoid in order to develop us, mature us, and free us. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 68: But what does the Bible say? Episode 72: A sacrifice of praise Scriptures used: James 1:5-6 Proverbs 12:15 Matthew 3:17 Matthew 4:1-11 2 Timothy 3:16 1 Corinthians 10:13 James 1:13 Matthew 13:19 James 4:7 L...

In this episode we discuss offering a sacrifice of thanksgiving and praise to the Lord. Scriptures referenced: Malachi 1:6-14 Leviticus 22:17-22 Psalm 50:7-13 Hosea 6:6 Psalm 51:16-17 Psalm 50:14-15 Psalm 50:23 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Habakkuk 3:17-19 Luke 17:11-19 John 1:12-13 Hebrews 13:5 Romans 8:38-39 Romans 8:1 2 Corinthians 5:17 Isaiah 6:3 Revelation 4:11 Psalm 13:1-6 Psalm 107:6 **CORRECTIO...