Grasp the Bible

Welcome to episode 130 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we continue our study in the Book of 1 John, covering chapter 2:15-28. The series is called “Unshakeable.”  Today, we will cover:  Our sinful society (vv. 15-17)  The schism in the church (vv. 18-28)    Key takeaways:   In light of eternity, all the world has to offer is temporary at best and in rebellion against God at worst. Only a lif...

Welcome to episode 129 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we continue our study in the Book of 1 John, covering chapter 2:1-14. The series is called “Unshakeable.”  Today, we will cover:  Jesus is the forgiver of sins (vv. 1-2)  We must obey God (vv. 3-6)  We must love God and God’s people (vv. 7-11)  John addresses the groups (vv. 12-14)    Key takeaways:   If one could truly be sinless on one...

Welcome to episode 128 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we begin our study in the Book of 1 John, covering chapter 1. The series is called “Unshakeable.”  Today, we will cover:  The prologue to the letter (vv. 1-4)  Walk in the light (vv. 5-10)    Key takeaways:   God’s revelation of himself in Jesus and continues by the authoritative testimony of the apostles and others to that revelation. ...

This episode presents background information to help us establish a firm foundation for understanding 1 John. In the following weeks, we will explore the book, verse by verse.

Welcome to episode 126 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we conclude our study in the Book of Ruth, covering chapter 4. The series is called “My Redeemer Lives.”  Today, we will cover:  Boaz’s preparation for court (vv. 1-2)  The report of the court proceedings (vv. 3-8)  Boaz’s response (vv. 9-10)  The public reaction (vv. 11-12)  The genealogical resolution (vv. 13-17)  The genealogy of the...

Welcome to episode 125 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we continue our study in the Book of Ruth, covering chapter 3. The series is called “My Redeemer Lives.”  Today, we will cover:  The scheme (vv. 1-5)  The night encounter (vv. 6-13)  The morning sendoff (vv. 14-15)  The results of the scheme (vv. 16-18)    Key takeaways:   Naomi’s scheme is not to be interpreted in a sexual manner.  Rath...

Welcome to episode 124 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we continue our study in the Book of Ruth, covering chapters 1:21-22:23. The series is called “My Redeemer Lives.”  Today, we will cover:  The new setting (vv. 1:21-2:1)  The initiative of Ruth (vv. 2-3)  The grace of Boaz (vv. 4-16)  The results (vv. 17-23)    Key takeaways:   For the first time, Ruth takes the lead role in the story. ...

Welcome to episode 123 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we begin our study in the Book of Ruth, covering chapter 1:1-21.  The series is called “My Redeemer Lives.”  Today, we will cover:  The setting for the crisis (vv. 1-2)  The nature of the crisis (vv. 3-5)  The response to the crisis (vv. 6-18)  The interpretation of the crisis (vv. 19-21)    Key takeaways:   In the midst of our difficult...

In this episode, we will provide a brief introduction to the Book of Ruth in preparation for a 4-week series that starts next week. Pastor Darrell has written a 4-part devotional for the book, covering one chapter each week.  We encourage you to download, read, and pray over each one as you follow along in the series.  The devotionals can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week is our final podcast in the series.  We are in Psalm 150,. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on this psalm can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 139. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on this psalm can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 103. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on this psalm can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 133. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on this psalm can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 8. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on this psalm can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 73. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on this psalm can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalms 38, 51, & 32. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on these psalms can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 19. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on Psalm 14 can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 14. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on Psalm 14 can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 3. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on Psalm 3 can be found here .

Each week this summer, we will take one point from a Psalm Pastor Mark preached as part of his Psalmology series and unpack that point a little more. This week, we are in Psalm 1. Catch the video version of this podcast on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel found here . Pastor Mark's sermon on Psalm 1 can be found here .

Today, we look back over 1 Peter and touch on some of the most important aspects of the book.

Welcome to episode 109 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we conclude our study in the Book of 1 Peter, covering chapter 5.  The series is called “Hope in the Midst of Suffering.”  Today, we will cover:  The role model (v. 1)  The responsibilities (vv. 2-3)  The reward (v. 4)  Live as servants (vv. 5-7)  Live as a soldier (vv. 8-9)  Live as a sufferer (vv. 10-11)  The final greeting (vv. 12-14)...

Welcome to episode 108 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we begin our study in the Book of 1 Peter, covering chapter 4:12-19.  The series is called “Hope in the Midst of Suffering.”  Today, we will cover:  Glory and suffering (vv. 12-16)  Suffering and God’s judgment (vv. 17-19)  Key takeaways:   An advance warning of suffering helps the readers to be prepared for suffering, so that their fait...

Welcome to episode 107 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we begin our study in the Book of 1 Peter, covering chapter 4:1-11.  The series is called “Hope in the Midst of Suffering.”  Today, we will cover:  The Triumph – Suffering causes sin to lose its power (vv. 1-3)  The Testimony – Unbelievers are surprised at the change (vv. 4-6)  The Tenderness – Suffering should develop our love for other...

Welcome to episode 106 of Grasp the Bible.  In this episode, we begin our study in the Book of 1 Peter, covering chapter 3:18-22.  The series is called “Hope in the Midst of Suffering.”  Today, we will cover: ·      The Christ – His Death (v. 18) ·      The Christ – His Journey to the Spirit World (vv. 19-20) ·      The Christ – His Resurrection (v. 21) ·      The Christ – His Ascension and Exalta...