Baptist on the Bible

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Confession (Part 2) To whom should I confess? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate discuss the role of confession in the Christian community. What does confession look like in the church and among its members? Many churches encourage accountability partners. Some churches create opportunities for members to confess to the pastor. Other churches s...

Are you waiting on God's reward? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Daniel 1:17-21. These verses conclude chapter one and reveal God's blessings for Daniel and his friends. God prospers His people in His time. His blessings will come if we are patient. Longsuffering is a fruit of the Spirit. We will be rewarded in this life or the one to come if we will remain faithful.

How should Christians react at the end of the empire? In this sermon, Pastor Andrew Marquez preaches through Daniel 5:13-31. Daniel boldly interprets the writing on the wall, forsaking potential rewards or consequences. The end of Babylon was tragic for the Babylonians but proved to be a blessing to the faithful exiles. Where will you stand when judgment comes?

Are you resolved to follow God's rules? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Daniel 1:8-16. Here we are shown the first test given to Daniel and his friends. How will these four young men remain faithful in exile? Their actions are a guide to us. First, they refuse defilement. Next, they seek for a solution. Finally, they demonstrate faith in God's favor. These are great lesso...

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Confession (Part 1) Do we need to confess sin after salvation? For what purpose?  In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate discuss the role of confession in the Christian walk.

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Sufficiency of Scripture. Do we need tools outside of the Bible to understand its meaning?  In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate discuss whether Scripture is sufficiently clear to communicate meaning.

Are you prepared to enter exile? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Daniel 1:1-7. The beginning of the book of Daniel remembers the destruction of Judah. In the midst of this destruction, God is in control. God is Sovereign. He allows destruction, but appoints relief. These verses show us how God infiltrated the Babylonian empire with four faithful followers. God reveals Him...

What does it look like when an empire is at its end? In this sermon, Pastor Andrew Marquez preaches through Daniel 5:1-12. The banquet of Belshazzar is interrupted by a strange hand writing on the wall. What did that sign indicate for Babylon? What signs might we see around us today.

Do Christians appreciate what they are building? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Corinthians 3:16-17. In these verses Paul warns those that would try to destroy God's work. Those destroyers and dividers will be destroyed. Paul calls the whole church to recognize their contribution in building God's temple. Build on the best foundation (Christ); build well (with good wor...

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Passover Celebrations. Does Scripture Interpret Scripture? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate discuss the Reformation principle of Scripture interpreting itself.

How can I live for an eternal reward? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Corinthians 3:12-15. In these verses Paul tells believers that they can build into their Christian lives in two ways. The Christian can waste their life like one who builds with combustible materials; or they can invest their lives in eternity like those who build with precious products. Judgment will...

Am I building into my spiritual life? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Corinthians 3:9-11. Paul calls Christians to build on the foundation of Jesus Christ. He is our bedrock on which to build. We must be converted ourselves, knowing and growing in the Gospel. Next we much share the Good News. We extend the foundation of Christ to others by being faithful to share Jesus...

Is there a secret to persevering in the faith? Peter closes his letter with a call to fellowship. In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Peter 5:12-14. In these verses, Peter salutes fellow servants and calls Christians to be grounded in grace. Finally he reminds believers to gather and greet each other in the peace of Christ.

How do I persevere when persecution finally comes? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Peter 5:8-11. In these verses, Peter calls Christians to resist the devil to persist in the faith. Believers must be alert and aware, stand firm in the faith, and be patient until perfection.

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Passover Celebrations. How should Christians celebrate Passover? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate discuss the connections of Passover to the Lord's Supper and how churches and Christian families might incorporate Passover celebrations into their spiritual practice.

What does Christian perseverance look like? How can I truly endure?. In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Peter 5:6-7, 14b. In these verses, Peter calls Christians to persevere through prayer. Our prayers should seek for peace, within ourselves, our church, and our world. With a humble heart, we pray,  meek in His might, calm until commendation. We surrender our anxiety...

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: What is Holy Week? How should we celebrate it? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate discuss Holy Week from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. What are some ways to celebrate/remember as churches and families.

Are you ready to meet the King at the Crossroads? In this sermon, Pastor Andrew Marquez preaches through Matthew 21-24, from Palm Sunday to Holy Tuesday.  A reception leads to rejection and rupture, but the return is nigh.

Why should I listen to those in authority? Christ commands it. In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Peter 5:5. In these verses, Peter tells youth and the church at large to follow their leaders. Youth must yield despite their desire for independence. Every Christian needs to honor other believers and seek reverent relationships in Christ's body.  With an attitude of hum...

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: What does the Bible mean? Who should interpret the Bible and How? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate discuss principles and approaches to Biblical interpretation (hermeneutics).

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Do you celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Who was Saint Patrick? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate remember Saint Patrick and observe ways St. Patrick's Day is celebrated.

How can I lead well? It starts with humility. In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Peter 5:1-4. In these verses, Peter urges those in charge of others to be lowly leaders. With humility, we will lead those under our care with the right motives, anticipating the return of our Chief Leader, Jesus Christ. Jesus remains the ultimate example of humility. 

Where do we look in hard times? We look to God's glory and our coming glorification. In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Peter 4:12-19. Peter reminds believers that we are guided by God's glory. Suffering may come, but the final judgment will follow. We persevere through present trials in light of the glory to come.

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Should Christians fast? Why and How? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate explore the practice of fasting.

How do I keep going when suffering surrounds me? What should I focus on in hard times? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at 1 Peter 4:7-11. Peter calls Christians to service. The end may be near. It may arrive sooner then we expect. Knowing this, the believer serves others and in so doing glorifies God.