Loving the Scriptures

In the book of John, talk of the unity of the triune God has been mentioned. In John 14 specifically, that unity, particularly of the Father and the Son, is revisited, and it is in the quest to fill the disciples' minds with understanding (even though they should have already understood) and comfort. In this episode, as we examine the words of our Lord in this matter, we also talk ministry and pra...

Many of us are familiar with Jesus' words in John 14:6, where He identifies Himself as the way, and the truth, and the life, and stating that no one comes to the Father except through Him We usually apply this verse evangelistically when preaching the gospel to unbelievers. And while this is a truth that non-Christians should hear, we must understand that in context, this verse is spoken to believ...

In John 13 Jesus gives His disciples the  new  command to love one another. But why is this command called new, given the fact that the command to love has been given by God in the past? And how can this command to love one another be connected to what Jesus predicts about Peter's denial of the Lord three times? We talk about these things in this episode.    Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the...

In this episode we talk about Judas the traitor, how he is revealed as the traitor, how the disciples received the news that a traitor was in their midst, and what this turn of events means as it relates to what Christ was about to do.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/0592Fozu    Please be sure to leave a...

Many of us may be familiar with the biblical scene of Jesus washing His disciples' feet. But why would this have looked totally out of place from the cultural perspective of the day, and what was Jesus communicating to His disciples as He followed through on this humble action? These things and more we talk about in this episode.    Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught Hi...

What sort of blessings and advantages does the blessed man have in comparison to the wicked? In Psalm 1, which we explore in this episode, we get a description of the blessed man, what he is devoted to, and the results that proceed forth from his life.    Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/0592Fozu    Please b...

In this episode we return to our Attributes of God sermon series by examining what the Bible tells us about the wisdom of God.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/0592Fozu    Please be sure to leave a review! Music: http://www.purple-planet.com   Reunited   Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creat...

In this episode we take a break from our study in John and return to our Attributes of God sermon series by examining what the Bible tells us about the goodness of God.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/0592Fozu    Please be sure to leave a review!   Music: http://www.purple-planet.com   Reunited   Kevin Ma...

How does the unbelief of the religious Jews expose a level of inconsistency in their thinking? In the closing summary section of John 12, Jesus lays forth this inconsistency by reviewing the tandem mission of the Father and the Son. That is what we explore in this episode.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/...

In this episode we cover the subject of the hardening of sinners' hearts...and that done by God. This is something that makes Christians uncomfortable, and has resulted in attempts to try to "sanitize" what the pages of Scripture say. But our concern is with dealing with what the Bible truly says, and taking it at face value. So how are we to understand this? That's what we will attempt to do as w...

In this episode, we talk about Jesus' exhortation in John 12 to His audience to believe in the light while they have the light. What does it mean to believe (or walk) in the light? And what are the consequences of not doing so? And how is this call connected to many of the things we see in the book of John regarding how people have or have not received Him?   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the...

In this episode we continue our discussion from John 12 regarding Jesus' own words on His intention of giving His life for the world. We also talk about how the cross has a victorious effect over the unbelieving world and Satan himself.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/0592Fozu    Please be sure to leave a...

In the days of Jesus and for some time beyond, the Jews did not really fathom the reality that God had an equal intention of drawing Gentiles to faith just as He did to to them. Even the disciples, as we will see in this episode, didn't fully understand the eventual unity that Jesus would initiate between believing Jews and believing Gentiles through His death and resurrection. We will explore wha...

As we approach Easter, we take a break from our study of John to talk about the importance of Christ's resurrection for us and our faith.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/0592Fozu    Please be sure to leave a review!   Music: http://www.purple-planet.com   Reunited   Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License...

In this episode, we talk about the triumphal entry as recorded in John 12 and the external attitude of the people who gathered around Jesus to welcome Him into Jerusalem. While there seemed to be an acknowledgement of His Messiahship and His position as king, is the praise that the people exhibited something that can be taken at face value? We will explore this question, as well as the significanc...

In this episode, we talk about the tremendous act of worship demonstrated by Mary of Bethany in anointing Jesus with expensive nard. Why was this so special, and what does it say about the disciples (and particularly Judas) who objected and scolded her for what she did?   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/059...

After Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead, some people who witnessed the miracle believed in Him; yet others still continued to persist in unbelief. In this episode, we talk about how this persistent rebellion and unbelief leads to a finalized plot to kill Jesus, and how it also leads to a prophecy being spoken through the mouth of Caiaphas, an unbeliever. How are we to understand that?   Order a c...

In this episode, we contiue looking at the attributes of God by talking about His omnipotence and the different ways His power is displayed in Scripture.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https://a.co/d/0592Fozu    Please be sure to leave a review!   Music: http://www.purple-planet.com   Reunited   Kevin MacLeod (incompet...

In this episode, we return to talking about one of the attributes of God, this time focusing our attention on the immutability of God. Hopefully through this episode you will come to know what the Bible says about God's unchanging nature and why it is important for us to understand.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: https...

In this episode, we talk about the emotional display of Jesus Christ, as He is moved by the weeping and mourning of those people who were grieving Lazarus' death. What do those emotions tell us about our Savior, especially given the fact that He is going to raise Lazarus from the dead? Also, we will talk about the matter of faith in light of who Christ is and what He is about to do in this miracul...

In this episode, we explore Jesus' own words about His fifth "I am" statement in the book of John ("I am the resurrection and the life") and how this term connects to His miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead, as well as with believing in who Christ is and what He can and will do.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Amazon: http...

In this episode, we explore how Jesus sets the stage for one of His greatest signs: the raising of Lazarus from the dead. Why did Jesus delay for two days after He heard that Lazarus was ill? And what was the purpose of Jesus doing what He was doing (and would do) as it relates to Mary, Martha, and His disciples?   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the...

In this episode, we talk about how Jesus, in the midst of a situation where people are seeking to kill Him, shows them how He can legitimately make claims to being God and how they have no rightful reason to want to stone Him. We also talk about the opposite reaction from people who surrounded Jesus after He escaped stoning, who believe in Him. What can account for the different responses from the...

Can a Christian lose their salvation? While there are beliefs on both sides of the issue, John 10 makes clear that the true believer (Christ's sheep) is fully protected in the hand of God. Why can we be so confident in such security? We answer that question and address other things in this episode as we continue our study of John.   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught Hi...

In this episode, we explore the wonderful passage in John 10 about Jesus as the good shepherd. What is it about Christ as our shepherd that makes Him good? And what does this all say about the salvation that we have in Christ? We talk about some great things in this episode, so take a listen!   Order a copy of my book:  Signs of the End : What Jesus Taught His Disciples in the Olivet Discourse Ama...