Adopted Believers Podcast

In our study of Psalm 101:3, we learn not to be guided by worthless things, and we see what we should be guided by. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to v...

As we study through Colossians 3:22-25, we see that believers are to work for the Lord, not for people. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to various podca...

Today in our study of Colossians 1:15-20, we see that Jesus is first place in everything, from his being, to salvation history, to our own hearts. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our...

EPISODE 13 Today as we wrap up our series in the greatest psalms, we take one more look at Psalm 23 and see how we are guarded by providence and motivated by purpose. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, a...

EPISODE 12 Today in our first study of Psalm 23, we see the humble reliance that David shows, and how that is so counter-cultural. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content...

EPISODE 11 In our second change of pace, we dive into Galatians 2:20-21 and see that we are motivated to serve because Christ loved us and gave himself for us. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and acce...

EPISODE 10 In a slight change of pace, we have a surface-level discussion of Bible translations, and how to think about which to use. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to various podcast platforms.

EPISODE 9 While this is not actually a feel-good episode, we do see that believers are covered in the righteousness and justice of God, so in fact we do shine! Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and acce...

EPISODE 8 In our study of Psalm 37:3-4, we see that we are able to do our job in godliness because God does his. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to vari...

EPISODE 7 In our study of Psalm 37:1-2, we see that God's people should not be surprised or upset when the wicked prosper. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and lin...

EPISODE 6 Today as we continue our study of Psalms 42-43, we see how the psalmist had hope in the darkness of exile. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to...

EPISODE 5 As we study through Psalms 42-43, we see that Christians are promised suffering, while next episode we will see how Christians can find hope. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -Longman, Tremper. II. Garland, David E., eds. The Expositors Bible Commentary: Revised Edition, Volume 5. Michigan: Zondervan...

EPISODE 4 In our study of Psalm 2, we see why the nations rage against God and his anointed. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to various podcast platform...

EPISODE 3 Today in our study of Psalm 1:4-6, we see who the wicked are and what happens to them apart from the forgiveness by Jesus. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast conte...

EPISODE 2 As we take one more look at Psalm 1:1-3, we see just how we can be blessed and experience joy. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to various podc...

EPISODE 1 In our study of Psalm 1:1-3, we see what the value of joy really is. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to various podcast platforms.

EPISODE 26 Today we wrap up our series in Judges by seeing the horrible story of Judges 19-21, and why man fails when he does what is right in his eyes. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to a...

EPISODE 25 In our study of the fascinating account of Dan's invasion of Laish in Judges 17-18, we see how quickly God's people can backslide, but the hope we have given to us from God because of who he is. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -Block, Daniel I. Judges, Ruth (The New American Commentary). Tennessee:...

EPISODE 24 As we take a close look at Judges 16, we see how God uses crazy circumstances to finally humble Samson and use him for his kingdom. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -Block, Daniel I. Judges, Ruth (The New American Commentary). Tennessee: Broadman and Holman Publishers, 1999. Logos Edition. Scripture...

EPISODE 23 In our study of Judges 15, we see how Israel's leadership has declined from Moses all the way to Samson, and how these two leaders actually have some similarities. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -Block, Daniel I. Judges, Ruth (The New American Commentary). Tennessee: Broadman and Holman Publishers...

EPISODE 22 While our study in Judges 14 was not shorter than other episodes as promised in the introduction to this episode, we still take a far too short look at God's providence over sin and evil. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can fin...

EPISODE 21 As we start our study of the life of Samson, we look at some extraordinarily born babies (E.B.B.s)! While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -Block, Daniel I. Judges, Ruth (The New American Commentary). Tennessee: Broadman and Holman Publishers, 1999. Logos Edition. Scripture quotations are from the Christi...

EPISODE 20 In our study of Judges 12, we take a somewhat nicer look at Jephthah and his encounter with Ephriam. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and links to vario...

EPISODE 19 Today as we take a look at Judges 11, we take a possibly overly critical look at Jephthah, and how Jesus is our true leader. Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast co...

EPISODE 18 In our study of Judges 10, we see how we cannot out-sin God's endless love when we are covered by Jesus' blood! Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017, by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by Permission. Be sure to check us out at our website, adoptedbelievers.com . You can find out more about us, articles, and access to all our podcast content and lin...