Baldhead Bible Podcast

Well, it's a new beginning for Baldhead Bible podcast , and as such, I thought we would redo some of the best stories from the Bible. And what better place to start than with the story that began the great story of scripture: Creation. Turn to Genesis One to follow along.

In this chilling fourth chapel session of summer 2025, we delve into the harrowing story of the demon-possessed man from the Gadarenes, a man consumed by multiple demons, illustrating the stark battle between good and evil. We explore the biblical account of his encounter with Jesus, the powerful exorcism that followed, and the profound lesson about the dangers of dabbling in the supernatural. Thi...

In today's episode, we explore the compelling story of Jesus walking on water and rescuing His disciples amid a terrifying storm. This narrative, filled with moments of fear and faith, serves as a profound reminder of God's presence and control in our lives, even during tumultuous times. Join me and my dog Pepper as we delve into the significance of trusting Jesus, who promises to never le...

I am continuing my series on the messages I delivered at various camp chapels this summer. Throughout the season, I shared stories from Jesus' life and explored what it means to be a disciple. This week, we focus on the idea that being a disciple requires us to rely on Jesus to meet all of our needs. Drawing from the story of the feeding of the 5,000 found in the gospels, we observe how Jesus,...

Hey Baldhead Bible Friends, Today I am taking a short break from the Acts series and instead posting what I am preaching at the various camps I have the privilege of speaking at this summer. I am focusing on stories from the life of Jesus and challenging the kids with Jesus' call to radical discipleship. I recorded this first sermon while walking some of the trails at Trout Creek Bible Camp in Cor...

In this episode, we delve into the journey of Paul as he begins his third missionary journey. Right away, he faces a riot in Ephesus, a major influential city in ancient Asia Minor. We explore Paul's encounters with Apollos, an eloquent speaker who learns about the complete baptism in Jesus, and with disciples of John who realize they need to understand who Jesus truly is. The episode also covers...

In this episode, we explore Paul's transition from preaching in Athens to his missionary work in Corinth. We delve into his initial strategies to reach the Athenian intellectuals and his subsequent efforts to spread the gospel among the pleasure-seeking Corinthians. Paul’s journey also highlights the significance of his work as a tent maker, which provided both income and opportunities to engage w...

We are BACK. We were away for a month, but now we're back and moving on with the story of the church in the Book of Acts. This week, we are examining how the Apostle Paul preached the gospel in the highly religious and philosophically diverse society of Athens. This video explores Paul's strategies for sharing the message of Jesus with Jewish people in synagogues and with pagan Greeks in t...

In this episode, we follow Paul, Silas, and Timothy as they spread the gospel from Philippi to Thessalonica and beyond. From freeing a demon-possessed girl to igniting a cultural revolution in Thessalonica, witness how their teachings on Jesus as the Messiah disrupt societies and "turn the world upside down." Then follow Paul as he heads to Athens and finds a city full of idol after idol...

In this episode, we recount the story of Paul and Silas in Philippi, focusing on their imprisonment and the miraculous events that unfolded. Despite being beaten and thrown into the depths of a grim Roman prison, Paul and Silas turn to prayer and hymns, demonstrating unwavering faith. Their responses lead to an earthquake that opens their prison doors and the conversion of the jailer and his entir...

Join us as we delve into the inspiring and challenging journey of Paul and Silas in Philippi. From their encounter with Lydia, a wealthy businesswoman, to a transformative moment with a demon-possessed slave girl, this story highlights the power of the gospel to change lives. Witness Paul and Silas' unwavering faith despite severe persecution and explore the early expansion of Christianity into Eu...

In this episode, we explore the poignant story of Paul and Barnabas, two early church leaders whose sharp disagreement caused them to part ways. The disagreement over John Mark leads to their separation, but we do see that these three men always leave room for reconciliation. So, now, a new partner in ministry joins forces with Paul, and his name is Silas. Together Paul and Silas begin the second...

Join us as we delve into Acts 15, where the early church faces its first major doctrinal dispute: How is one saved? Understand how the church leaders, including Peter, Paul, Barnabas, and James, debated the necessity of Jewish law for salvation and ultimately confirmed that salvation is by grace alone through faith alone. Learn about the cultural and religious tensions and how the early church add...

The Book of Acts so far has followed the birth of the church and focused on Peter and the activities of the disciples in establishing the church in Jerusalem. But starting in Acts 13 we see a new focus, a focus on Paul, previously called Saul, and his work of spreading the gospel to the Gentiles. This week, we are telling the story of Paul and Barnabas and the exciting adventures they experienced...

In today's episode, we see Peter pulling another miracle escape. But it's not because he is an early Harry Houdini. No. It is because Peter serves a miracle-producing God. We hear the story of his escape, but then we also hear of the tragic death of Herod Agrippa the First. Who instead of giving glory to God, decided to take it all for himself and paid the ultimate price. Listen to this weeks epis...

This week we hear about the conversion of a man named Cornelius and a whole bunch of animals on a bedsheet. Now how are those two things connected, and what does that have to do with the gospel? Turn to Acts Chapter Ten to follow along.

We now come to the first recorded resurrection in the Book of Acts. And it happens to one of the worst-named women in the Bible. Yes, you guessed it: Dorcas. But before Dorcas is raised, we meet another poorly named disciple named Aeneas. Listen to this week's story to hear more about these two and hopefully come away with a greater appreciation for the power of the gospel. Turn to Acts Chapter Ni...

We are sharing the story of Saul of Tarsus, who was once a persecutor of Jesus' followers but has now been radically transformed by faith. The gospel has changed him from a persecutor into a believer. If you have ever wondered about the power of the gospel to change someone’s life, please take the time to listen to today's story and be encouraged. The gospel is real, and lives can be changed—even...

This week, we tell the story of Paul's conversion. He went from persecuting those who followed Jesus to becoming a disciple of Jesus himself. Turn to Acts chapter nine to follow along.

We are currently studying the Book of Acts and have reached chapter 8. Last week, we discussed the story of Simon the Magician and his response to the gospel. This week, we encounter another man who was exposed to Jesus and the gospel, but his reaction was very different from Simon's. This prompts us to consider: How will we respond when we encounter Jesus? If you'd like to follow along, please tu...

In today's story, we meet a man named Phillip. We also hear of believers being severely persecuted for their faith led by a man named Saul. But they stand firm and continue proclaiming Christ no matter the cost. Phillip is one of them who, because of the persecution, has to leave Jerusalem, and he eventually arrives in an area called Samaria. There, he encounters a dark spiritual force led by...

In this episode, we will tell the story of Stephen. The Bible describes him as a man full of faith who was a powerful preacher and debater. He was so skilled at defending the faith that everyone who debated with him would lose. Stephen played a significant role in turning Jerusalem upside down and bringing in many converts. However, the Sanhedrin was determined to stop this and was willing to go t...

We took a break for over a month and couldn't post any content because we went on a vacation to Rome, Italy, and then on a ten-day cruise. It was pretty hectic before we left, and I barely had any time to post content for our podcast. But now we're back, and we're hoping to start posting content weekly. This week, we're continuing our series in the Book of Acts. We're picking u...

It has been a while since I last posted. I have been speaking non-stop at camps for the past three weeks, but finally, I could carve out some time to record a podcast while speaking at Trout Creek in Oregon. This week's episode is a sad one. Ananias and Saphira are found lying to God and paying the ultimate price with their lives. But we also meet a new character in the story of Acts, a charac...

Jesus. Some people use it as a swear word, others use it only at Christmas or Easter, while others use it when talking about the man they worship and serve. In today's story, we will look at the power of the name of Jesus. In today's story, we meet a man who was healed simply because of the name of Jesus. And we will also learn the importance of talking and sharing His name. There is immen...