Ben's Bible Podcast

Do you and I have the truth? The world today thinks everyone just has their own truth and they are valid in their own way. But wait a minute...if that were true, then what about Christianity? Why Jesus? What really is the truth and do we have evidence to prove it? Find out in this important and exciting episode!  Message by Ben Burkhardt

Explore what the New Testament teaches about the Sabbath. Did Jesus or the New Testament teach us anything about the Sabbath day? If so, what do they teach? In this episode we jump into that important question! Message by Ben Burkhardt

In this episode we explore Titus 3, verses 6-15. In particular, we look at the true experience and message of the gospel in contrast to the counterfeits and tangents that could so easily overtake our experience, faith, and churches. We want to be sure that we are living, breathing, experiencing, and sharing the true faith of Jesus Christ that gives eternal hope and peace without disappointment. Ma...

In this message we explore part one of Titus chapter 3, where the Bible instructs us how to live for the glory of God in very real and tangible ways. We need to be practical in how we seek to live out the gospel in this dark world. The way we interact with others, tells more about our gospel and experience than we often begin to imagine. Will we reach those in darkness or simply drive them away? D...

Does God want us to become holy believers now in this present world, or only later, after He comes? The Bible has the answers in Titus chapter 2. Find out in this lesson! The Holy Spirit is calling us all to a higher and holier reality. The gospel of grace itself instructs us and empowers us for holy living through the power of Jesus working in us! Find out more in today's lesson from Titus 2. Ble...

Learn more about this call to follow Jesus both in the home and outside the home (as we explore the second part of Titus 2). The Lord calls His people to be holy as He is holy and to shine for Him in this dark world around us. Yes, this means we'll be different and think different than the world, but it also means that we will be able to live out God's call to love and practical life-service for J...

Explore God's call (in Titus 2) to live like Jesus lived, and how we can experience this closer walk with God, in spite of our culture going the opposite direction from Christ. In this episode we cover the key points of godly living found in verses 1-4 of Titus 2. We talk about the particulars and how these teachings affect our lives in very real, tangible, and practical ways. We learn how to live...

Would you like to learn about the characteristics of godly, mature, and growing Christians? How can we become the Christians and leaders God wants us to be? How can we find the kind of leaders God wants and needs in His church? And, how must godly leaders deal with difficult characters and false teachers within churches who are leading others astray? Leadership is not always easy, but how does God...

In this episode we begin a mini-series exploring the entire content of the short book of Titus - 3 chapters in the New Testament.  This lesson is part 1 of Titus 1, covering introduction and the contents of verses 1-5 dealing with powerful Christian greetings and God's plan for order in His churches. You should find some helpful thoughts for Christian living and church life. Blessings in Chri...

In this message we explore the teachings and example of Jesus regarding the Sabbath day in the New Testament. What did Jesus have to say about this commanded day of weekly rest and worship? What was His example regarding it? You might be surprised by these incredible teachings of Jesus! Many people read right over and miss them...and yet, it's surprising how much Jesus actually has to say. Let's e...

In this message we'll explore the heart of the missionary, looking at how the Bible defines that heart of the missionary, primarily through the life of Jesus, other missionaries, and biblical commentary on their lives. We'll also take a look at a modern missionary named John Chau who fully committed his life to serving Jesus, no matter what that might entail. Message by Ben Burkhardt.

In this message discover Jesus' "hard teaching" of John 6 that caused many of His followers to draw back, simply because they could not allow themselves faith to discern the depth of His teaching. Also, discover how Christians were accused of being cannibals! Let the real truth be known, as we learn God's word together in this exciting podcast! Flesh-eating blood-drinkers? Hmm...let's see what Jes...

In this episode we delve into Jesus' teachings and practice on the subject of foot washing. Jesus washed the feet of His disciples on the very night in which he was taken into custody and soon after crucified. In doing so, He shared some very important last-minute teachings with His disciples. What meaning do these things hold for us? How can we benefit from these teachings of Jesus? Find out more...

In this message we will explore God's path of true fulfillment vs. the counterfeit one being offered by the world.

In this message we explore the verses and teachings of Jesus and His apostles on the subject of hell fire. We look into how hell was used in evangelism and especially with nurturing and mentoring believers to follow God, and even how hypocrites were met with this subject within these teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ. We see the different Greek words used in different verses to describe the subje...

In this episode we will be exploring more of the biblical tools for reaching hearts and minds for God's kingdom, and how they might interplay with the subject of Hellfire in scripture. We'll look at the drawing power of God's character and goodness, biblical urgency for decisions, and how the apostles in the 1st century presented Jesus to win hearts and minds. We'll explore how John the Baptist pr...

In this message we look at God's mercy and love to see how He reaches our hearts, how He draws us to Himself, and how He motivates decisions that will lead us into an eternal relationship of love with Him! Be blessed as you explore this topic from scripture today!

In this episode we pose the question, "Is HELL the Number One Evangelistic Tool of the Century?" We explore traditional and popular belief and usage of the subject, then we explore what the Bible has to say about drawing people to Jesus. What is it really that attracts us to God, to Jesus? What really draws us to God, in spite of all the other options the world is offering us today? Find the bibli...

What was the Passover Lamb all about? How was it prophetically foreshadowing God's Greatest Gift to humanity? How can we find TRUE personal peace in our lives? How can we experience the true POWER of the Lamb in our lives today? God's power will impact and purify our souls! Find the answer to all these questions and how to experience God's purifying power in your life, in this message. Blessings!...

In this message, we explore the 1917 vision of Fatima, which is important to the Catholic Church, in light of the Bible and current events in Ukraine. We look at the role of the Fatima visions in current events with the Roman Catholic Church's consecration of Russia during the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and a biblical exploration of the contents of the vision, as relating to Bible teaching and the i...

In this episode we look at troubles going on in the world today which have people thinking. We then look at troubles in the churches of today, which Bible prophecy foretold. Ultimately we look at the question, "Will our faith be shaken?" We dig into the Bible to look at how we can face the current challenges and maintain a faith that holds onto Jesus and "endures to the end."

In this episode we explore God's call to peace in our lives, how we can experience true peace, and God's call to make peace in the lives of others. We also explore the life of Noah, which was a life of peace in God, as opposed to the violent and evil world around. In closing, we look at some amazing fossil evidence that reminds us of how God will ultimately bring peace to this world. It is one of...

In this episode, we look at the teachings of Jesus regarding last day events. We especially take into consideration the teachings of Matthew 24, and those which correspond in the prophetic books of Daniel and Revelation. We ask the question, with "wars and rumors of wars," as well as other ominous signs of the end, what will happen next? Will the present wars and global conditions of concern lead...

Is God fighting for Ukraine? Is He helping anyone on the Russian side? Does God care about our wars and sufferings in this world? Does He care about all individuals? Explore what the Bible has to say on these important questions.

In this episode we look at Noah's life and kids to learn how we can help our children to be ready to meet Jesus. Blessings!