Pure and Simple Bible

(1 of 2) Did you know that the Bible can improve your jump shot? At least that's what some people think when they read Philippians 4:13. It says, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." But what's going on in this Scripture? Jon Paa is back on the program to share a Bible study from a series of studies that he made about popular verses taken out of context. Together we talk about...

Why does the Bible say that God is a jealous God? After all, isn’t jealousy bad? James 3:16 says "For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice."  And yet, God also identifies as jealous. He does not do so discretely or with embarrassment…He is quite emphatic: Deuteronomy 4:24 says, "For the LORD your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God." This is...

(2 of 2) Imagine you were going about your business one day when suddenly you hear a voice calling your name. Somehow you know in your heart that it’s God calling. What would you say in response? A Biblical answer would be “Here I Am” which is exactly the response given by several men in the scriptures. It shouldn’t and Exodus 3:1-4:17 will show us that when Moses was first called into God’s servi...

(1 of 2) Imagine you were going about your business one day when suddenly you hear a voice calling your name. Somehow you know in your heart that it’s God calling. What would you say in response? A Biblical answer would be “Here I Am” which is exactly the response given by several men in the scriptures. It shouldn’t and Exodus 3:1-4:17 will show us that when Moses was first called into God’s servi...

(2 of 2) Jimmy Cating is back to help us understand the patterns within the Bible that show how men of faith are called to rise up. Additionally, Jimmy shows how women can help their men become the godly man that God intends him to be.

(1 of 2) Jimmy Cating is back to help us understand the patterns within the Bible that show how men of faith are called to rise up. Additionally, Jimmy shows how women can help their men become the godly man that God intends him to be.

There is a reason that the Bible uses the concept of fire in association with Hell. Fire is awful, painful, and terrifying. C.S. Lewis said of hell, “There is no doctrine which I would more willingly remove from Christianity than [hell], if it lay in my power.” But he also recognized that hell is a necessary part of God’s goodness and justice. A skeptic or enemy of Christianity may hear that and a...

(Part 2) Matthew 10 was an exciting time. The apostles were preparing to go preaching on a limited commission. They had miraculous abilities….they had the truth…. but Jesus spent a significant amount of time warning them about "the reality of the reaction" to the gospel being preached. Sometimes we are confused by the reality of reaction too. We assume that everyone will listen, and those who don’...

Matthew 10 was an exciting time. The apostles were preparing to go preaching on a limited commission. They had miraculous abilities….they had the truth…. but Jesus spent a significant amount of time warning them about "the reality of the reaction" to the gospel being preached. Sometimes we are confused by the reality of reaction too. We assume that everyone will listen, and those who don’t agree w...

(Part 2 of 2) What could Peter have written that would be so timeless in its ability to help Christians worldwide appreciate both the joys of salvation and the reality of suffering and submission? Listen to Jonathan and guest Jimmy Cating discuss Peter's first epistle in broad strokes. Have a pen and paper handy, you'll definitely want to write some notes down for this one!

(Part 1 of 2) What could Peter have written that would be so timeless in its ability to help Christians worldwide appreciate both the joys of salvation and the reality of suffering and submission? Listen to Jonathan and guest Jimmy Cating discuss Peter's first epistle in broad strokes. Have a pen and paper handy, you'll definitely want to write some notes down for this one!

What does a wife or husband do when their spouse isn't pulling their weight? How can I give 100% when they are doing NOTHING?!? Such questions are one of many that plague unhealthy relationships. Thankfully, the Bible provides answers. Today we'll have a chat about 1 Peter 3:1-7. Let's learn what the Bible says about submission and service even when they don't deserve it.

(2 of 2) Aaron Boone is back on the podcast to talk about Psalm 23. One of the most popular Scriptures in the entire Bible, Psalm 23 also holds several connections to increase our faith.

(1 of 2) Aaron Boone is back on the podcast to talk about Psalm 23. One of the most popular Scriptures in the entire Bible, Psalm 23 also holds several connections to increase our faith.

(3 of 3) Marcus Mathis and Kenneth Magwood are back as we try to make sense of some challenging questions. How should Christians engage the world and one another in regards to partiality (i.e. racism). What should be our main goal? How can we help others? What does it mean to be a fisherman? All these and more in this miniseries.

(2 of 3) Marcus Mathis and Kenneth Magwood are back as we try to make sense of some challenging questions. How should Christians engage the world and one another in regards to partiality (i.e. racism). What should be our main goal? How can we help others? What does it mean to be a fisherman? All these and more in this miniseries.

(1 of 3) Marcus Mathis and Kenneth Magwood are back as we try to make sense of some challenging questions. How should Christians engage the world and one another in regards to partiality (i.e. racism). What should be our main goal? How can we help others? What does it mean to be a fisherman? All these and more in this miniseries.

(2 of 2) Jamie Thomson is back in the PSB studio to help us appreciate and care about the Old Testament. If you are intimidated to attempt a read through, or you have never made it through the OT, join us as we talk about why we should care about the Old Testament.

(1 of 2) Jamie Thomson is back in the PSB studio to help us appreciate and care about the Old Testament. If you are intimidated to attempt a read through, or you have never made it through the OT, join us as we talk about why we should care about the Old Testament.

How can we be "slow to speak and swift to hear"? Let's talk about it for a little bit. The world needs good listeners, and Christians must lead the way.

(2 of 2) If Jesus wrote a letter to your congregation...what would it say? This miniseries focuses on Revelation 2-3 and Jesus' letters to seven churches in Asia. Brother Aaron Boone joins in on a discussion of these churches, their faithfulness, their backsliding, and the takeaways that we can use for our churches today.

(1 of 2) If Jesus wrote a letter to your congregation...what would it say? This miniseries focuses on Revelation 2-3 and Jesus' letters to seven churches in Asia. Brother Aaron Boone joins in on a discussion of these churches, their faithfulness, their backsliding, and the takeaways that we can use for our churches today.

What would you say if the Lord publicly called you a dog? It actually happened once. And we can see the faith of a Canaanite woman who had the perfect reply to one of the Bible's most "terrible parables."

What would you say if the Lord publicly called you a dog? It actually happened once. And we can see the faith of a Canaanite woman who had the perfect reply to one of the Bible's most "terrible parables." (This is the second upload of the episode...the first was not complete. My apologies).

Part 3 of 3. Now that we're motivated to build our family altar, let's consider some practical tips to help us implement the mindset + practice.