Adopted Believers Podcast

EPISODE 32 In our study of Isaiah 21:1-10, we see how trust in anything under the sun will fail us, but trust in the Son will give us joy. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -Oswalt, John. The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament). Michigan: Eerdmans Publishing Co....

EPISODE 31  In ours study of Isaiah 19:16-20:6, we see how God used Egypt to show His glory, both to Egypt itself and to surrounding nations.  While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by:  -John Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament) (Grand Rapids,...

EPISODE 30 As we take a look at Isaiah 19:1-15, we see how we can learn from Egypt's mistakes and put our complete trust in God. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -John Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament) (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1...

EPISODE 29 In our study of Isaiah 17-18, we see how God again shows His control over the whole world, and why we must look to Him in trust. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -John Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament) (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans Publis...

EPISODE 28 In our study of Isaiah 15-16, we see God's gospel focus for His people, for Isaiah's immediate audience and for us today. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 27 As we take a look at Isaiah 14:24-32, we see how God is sovereign, even over our worst problems, and where true strength is really found. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -John Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament) (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdma...

EPISODE 26 As we take a look at Isaiah 14:1-23, we see how redemption, judgement, and election are all reasons for Christians to rejoice. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: - ESV Study Bible (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2008) -John Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old...

EPISODE 25 In our study of Isaiah 13, we get introduced to Isaiah 13-25, and we see the first nation under God's judgement, Babylon While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -John Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament) (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans Publishing Co....

EPISODE 24 Happy 1st Birthday to Adopted Believers! On this date, one year ago, we released our first two podcast episodes. Since then, we have gone on to have guest speakers, including Dr. John Wilsey and Dr. Thomas Schreiner, as well as releasing articles twice weekly on our website, adoptedbelievers.com .  In our study of Isaiah 11-12, we see the righteous millennium reign of the Messiah,...

EPISODE 23 As we study Isaiah 10:20-34, we see just how God works all things for the good of His people, even in the midst of great hardship and adversity. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 22 In today's study of Isaiah 10:5-19, we see how God can use sinful nations for His glory. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -John Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament) (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1986) Scripture quotatio...

EPISODE 21 As we study Isaiah 9:8-10:4, we see that God uses painful discipline to rid His people of the great sin, pride. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -John Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament) (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1...

EPISODE 20 In our study of Isaiah 9:1-7, we see how Jesus has fulfilled prophecies in His first coming and how He will completely fulfill them in His second coming. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: - ESV Study Bible (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2008) - Christ Centered Exposition Commentary: Exalting Jesus in Isaiah...

EPISODE 19 As we take a look at Isaiah 8, we see how the strength of nations and problems around us pales in comparison to God's ultimate sovereignty. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: - ESV Study Bible (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2008) Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard...

EPISODE 18 In our study of Isaiah 7:10-25, we see how Jesus overcame all odds to come to earth and save us. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: - ESV Study Bible (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2008) Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a...

EPISODE 17 As we take a look at Isaiah 7:1-9, we see that God is sovereign and how that changes our lives. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 16 In our study of Isaiah 6:8-13, we see Isaiah's call to ministry and what this means for us. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 15 As we take a look at Isaiah 6:1-7, we see God's glory on display and how we too will have glory in the future. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 14 In our study of Isaiah 5, we see that God, using the extended metaphor of a vineyard, shows how His people failed Him, and we can learn from Israel’s failure. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 13 As we take a look at Isaiah 4:2-6, we see how God judges the earth and glorifies and purifies His people. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 12 In our study of Isaiah 3:13-4:1, we see that God, the just Judge, flattens the pride of sinful rulers and haughty women to bring His people back to Himself. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 11 As we take a look at Isaiah 3:1-15, we see the necessity of looking to God, not only individually, but as a nation. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

EPISODE 10 In our study of Isaiah 2:12-22, we see that prideful man is taken down by God, who is due all glory. God not only gets glory in humiliating prideful man but in raising up sinful men through the redemptive blood of Christ. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers....

EPISODE 9 In our study of Isaiah 2:6-11, we see that we must learn from Israel’s mistakes by not letting our desires be corrupted by the things of this world. We must also rejoice in Jesus delivering us from God’s wrath, and give God all glory for His justice. Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing minist...

EPISODE 8 In today's study of Isaiah 2:1-5, we look at Jesus' reign in the Millennium and how that applies to us. While ABP is not a scholarly work, I would like to reference any material that my teaching was based on or influenced by: -Geoffrey W. Grogan, The Expositor's Bible Commentary (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan) Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard V...