Exploring the Bible with Scott & Ken

Scott Allen leads today's Explore the Bible lesson. As Jesus sets His gaze on His redemptive journey to Jerusalem, He teaches His disciples about leadership while facing the rejection of his enemies and self-centered requests of his disciples. He provides the central hope of resurrection for all who would follow Him in faith as well as the penultimate example of servant-leadership as He prepar...

Ken Travis leads us through an exploration of Mark 9:14-29 as Jesus addresses a severe problem and an imperfect petition with His all-sufficient power.

Ken Travis leads today's study of Mark 8:31-9:1 as the disciples consider Jesus' deity, destiny, call for self-denial, and the impending display of His power.

Scott Allen leads a discussion of Mark 7:24-37 as Jesus, constantly sought by those hearing about His miracles, demonstrates consistent care for everyone in need and confirms His identity as Messiah to Jew and non-Jew alike.

Ken Travis leads today's lesson in Mark 6:30-44 as Jesus addresses the need of a hungry crowd and in the process teaches his disciples valuable lessons about our resources for helping others on Jesus' behalf.

Scott Allen leads a study of Mark 3:20-30 which records the confusion of Jesus' family about His surging popularity, a desperate smear attempt by Jesus' critics, and how Jesus calmly refuted the false charges. We also see that Jesus refused to take things personally, instead taking opportunity to point out the flaws in His opponents' claims and the actual ramifications of His ministry...

Scott Allen leads a study of Mark 3:20-30 which records the confusion of Jesus' family about His surging popularity, a desperate smear attempt by Jesus' critics, and how Jesus calmly refuted the false charges. We also see that Jesus refused to take things personally, instead taking opportunity to point out the flaws in His opponents' claims and the actual ramifications of His ministry...

Ken Travis leads our study of Mark 1:35-45 as Jesus begins his ministry with prayer and discloses his purpose as he begins preaching, casting out demons, and healing people while being sought by growing crowds.

Scott Allen leads today's lesson starting a new quarter of study based loosely on Lifeway's Explore the Bible series. In Mark 1:1-13. Mark jumps into the story of Jesus, the Son of God, beginning with the preparatory ministry of John the Baptist and brief descriptions of Jesus' baptism and temptation - events that indicated Jesus' identity as the long-awaited Messiah.

Scott Allen leads today's study starting a new quarter of study based loosely on Lifeway's Explore the Bible series. In Mark 1:1-13. Mark jumps into the story of Jesus, the Son of God, beginning with the preparatory ministry of John the Baptist and brief descriptions of Jesus' baptism and temptation - events that indicated Jesus' identity as the long-awaited Messiah.

Ken Travis leads our lesson from Lamentations, a book of poetry attributed to the prophet Jeremiah as he mourns the loss of his homeland of Judah yet finds hope in God's mercy and faithfulness.

Scott Allen leads a study from Jeremiah 50:8-20, 33-34. Although Israel and Judah's punishment were now completed and Babylon ruled as the preeminent world power, someday the tables would turn. Babylon would not endure. God was ready to punish the Babylonians for abusing their power and cruelly mistreating the conquered Jews. Babylon would suffer a desolation not seen since the fall of Sodom....

Scott Allen leads a study from Jeremiah 50:8-20, 33-34. Although Israel and Judah's punishment were now completed and Babylon ruled as the preeminent world power, someday the tables would turn. Babylon would not endure. God was ready to punish the Babylonians for abusing their power and cruelly mistreating the conquered Jews. Babylon would suffer a desolation not seen since the fall of Sodom....

Ken Travis leads us through Jeremiah 42:1-22 as we learn how a desperate and thrice-defeated remnant of Judah seeks God's guidance and receives two options, but do they make the right choice?

Scott Allen leads our study of Jeremiah 36:19-31 as we discuss the story of a king and a scroll, in the process learning about the disclosure of God's Word, those who disrespect God's Word, the durability of God's Word, and the disaster awaiting those who spurn God's Word.

Scott Allen leads our study of Jeremiah 36:19-31 as we discuss the story of a king and a scroll, in the process learning about the disclosure of God's Word, those who disrespect God's Word, the durability of God's Word, and the disaster awaiting those who spurn God's Word.

Ken Travis leads us through a study of Jeremiah 35:5-19 where God tests a group of people called the Rechabites over their family beliefs, contrasts them to disobedient Judah, and commends them for their integrity... leaving the Jewish nation without excuse for their failure to obey God's commands.

Scott Allen leads today's study from Jeremiah 31:23-34. God used a city and nation on the brink of destruction to plant seeds of hope for a new, better covenant that allows people of faith to obtain a secure relationship with a holy God. This relationship comes through the redemptive sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Scott Allen leads today's study from Jeremiah 31:23-34. God used a city and nation on the brink of destruction to plant seeds of hope for a new, better covenant that allows people of faith to obtain a secure relationship with a holy God. This relationship comes through the redemptive sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Ken Travis leads session 7 of Jeremiah and encourages us to thrive where we are, ignore false messages, and place our hope in God's promises.

Scott Allen leads a study of Jeremiah 23:1-15 as God acts as presiding judge over Judah's self-centered and corrupt political leaders, promising to demolish the capitol city of Jerusalem for its persistent evil, but providing a means of escape and redemption for those willing to heed God's instructions, looking ahead to our ultimate leader, Jesus the Messiah.

Scott Allen leads a study of Jeremiah 23:1-15 as God acts as presiding judge over Judah's self-centered and corrupt political leaders, promising to demolish the capitol city of Jerusalem for its persistent evil, but providing a means of escape and redemption for those willing to heed God's instructions, looking ahead to our ultimate leader, Jesus the Messiah.

Ken Travis leads us in a study of Jeremiah 18:1-12 as God calls Jeremiah to step out and view a potter working with clay on his wheel. We make application to the work of a sovereign God over Israel and every nation of the world.

Scott Allen leads a study on Jeremiah chapter 12 as we ponder the age-old question of why God seems to let wicked people get away with their evil behavior. But do they indefinitely? Should we complain about injustice, or cry out for mercy? An eternal perspective will inform us as God answers Jeremiah's complaint.

Scott Allen leads a study on Jeremiah chapter 12 as we ponder the age-old question of why God seems to let wicked people get away with their evil behavior. But do they indefinitely? Should we complain about injustice, or cry out for mercy? An eternal perspective will inform us as God answers Jeremiah's complaint.