Simply Biblical

In this episode of Simply Biblical , we explore the origins and core beliefs of Islam, examining what Muslims believe about Allah, the Qur'an, Muhammad, and Jesus. We also compare the teachings of Islam and Christianity, discuss where they overlap and where they fundamentally differ, and consider how Christians can engage in thoughtful, respectful conversations with Muslims while remaining grounde...

Judaism is the foundation from which Christianity grew, yet the two faiths have taken very different paths. In this episode, we unpack the history of Judaism, its core beliefs, the major similarities and differences with Christianity.

Join us this week as we discuss Biblical Hope! How does it differ from hope apart from Christ? How is our hope found in Jesus rather than our life circumstances? This important topic is vital to live successful, productive, and joyful lives in God's created world.

In this episode, we explore Jesus' statement, "I am the true vine," from John 15. What does it mean to abide in Christ? How does fruitfulness grow from our relationship with Him?

In this discussion, we explore Jesus' statement, "I am the way, the truth, and the life" (John 14:6) in its full context. Far more than a verse about getting to heaven, Jesus comforts His troubled disciples by revealing the ultimate hope of believers: dwelling with God in covenant relationship.

In this episode, we explore Jesus’ fifth metaphorical “I Am” statement in the Gospel of John: “I am the resurrection and the life” from John 11. Through the raising of Lazarus, John presents the climactic sign of Jesus’ ministry - revealing His authority not only over sickness and suffering, but over death itself.

In this episode we explore Jesus’ words, “I am the door” and “I am the good shepherd” in John 10. We trace these images back through the Old Testament, from Psalm 23 and Ezekiel 34 to Eden, Passover, and the Exodus, showing how Jesus presents Himself as both the true Shepherd of God’s people and the only way into salvation and life.

What did Jesus really mean when He said, “I am the light of the world”? In this episode, we examine the rich Old Testament background of the Feast of Tabernacles and how it frames this bold claim. Tracing the theme of light and darkness throughout John’s Gospel, we explore how Jesus reveals truth, exposes darkness, and calls people to step into the light.

In this episode, we explore the deeper meaning behind Jesus’ statement, “I am the bread of life” in Gospel of John 6. From the feeding of the 5,000 to walking on water, John builds a powerful narrative that points to who Jesus truly is - but the crowd only sees what He can give them. As the people look back to the manna in Book of Exodus, Jesus challenges their understanding and reveals something...

This episode sets the stage for the journey ahead, where we’ll walk through the seven “I am” statements one by one. Today, we lay the foundation for our new series on the “I am” statements in the Gospel of John. When Jesus says ἐγώ εἰμι, “I am”, He’s doing more than speaking casually; He’s stepping into the very language God uses to reveal Himself in the Old Testament. We explore the deep roots of...

In this episode, we dive into how the Gospel of John intentionally uses Genesis language to tell the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection. From gardens and kingship to breath, trees, and new life, John is echoing Genesis at every turn. We unpack how Jesus is revealed as the true Adam; rewriting the story of sin, death, and separation into one of restoration and new creation. And what was lost in...

In this episode, we explore the Jerusalem church—the birthplace of Christianity. Beginning with the resurrection of Jesus and the outpouring of the Spirit at Pentecost, we trace how a small group of disciples became a bold, growing community rooted in Jewish life yet transformed by the risen Messiah. We examine their communal way of life, the rise of key leaders like James, the pressures of persec...

In this episode, we explore the seven churches addressed in Revelation chapters 2-3, examining their historical context and spiritual condition. Writing near the end of the apostolic age, John the Apostle delivers Christ’s assessment of churches across Asia Minor—encouraging faithfulness, warning against compromise, and calling believers to overcome.

This week we explore the background of Epistle to the Ephesians. Why does this letter feel so different from many of Paul’s others? When was it written, and was it really meant only for the church in Ephesus? We discuss the historical setting of the letter and dig into some of its biggest themes - predestination, unity with Christ, and how Paul moves from profound theology to practical instruction...

Today we unpack Paul’s prison letter to the Colossians. Colossae was surrounded by Jewish mysticism, Greek philosophy, ascetic practices, and fascination with cosmic powers. Paul responds to their confusion with one of the highest Christological declarations in the New Testament. He roots everything in union with Christ, believers have died and been raised with Him, showing that transformation flo...

The church of Philippi is set in a proud Roman colony obsessed with citizenship, status, and loyalty to Caesar, Paul reorients believers to their true identity as citizens of heaven. We unpack the persecution backdrop, the church’s financial partnership with Paul, and the powerful Christ hymn of Philippians 2, where Jesus’ humility and self-emptying redefine honor, leadership, and greatness. In a...

What is the book of Romans really about? Behind its rich theology is a real church facing real tension. In this episode, we step into the world of first-century Rome and uncover the conflict that shaped Paul’s most famous letter. Instead of reading Romans like a detached textbook, we begin to see it as a pastoral message written to unite a divided church, and that changes how we read every chapter...

We unpack how Paul confronts division, sexual immorality, misuse of spiritual gifts, and challenges to his authority. These letters reveal why Paul insists that true wisdom looks like a crucified Messiah and that love, not gifting or status, is the mark of a faithful church.

In this episode, we explore Paul’s correspondence with the church in Thessalonica - a young, diverse congregation facing persecution, confusion, and questions about the return of Christ. We trace Paul’s forced departure, his pastoral concern from afar, and Timothy’s crucial role in encouraging the church.

This episode launches our new series, Before You Read, where we explore the historical and cultural context behind the New Testament letters. We begin with Galatians, likely Paul’s earliest letter, written to churches facing pressure to add the Mosaic Law to faith in Christ. By examining the geography, culture, and crisis in Galatia, we set the stage for reading the letter as its first hearers wou...

If a believer from the early Church stepped into modern American Christianity, what would leave them surprised? In this episode, we explore the cultural and spiritual contrasts between the first-century Church and modern faith practices.

Jesus didn’t choose the Passover by accident. In this episode, we explore how the history, symbols, and hopes of Passover shape the meaning of the Lord’s Supper. From the unleavened bread and the cup of redemption to Israel’s story of deliverance and eschatological hope, we’ll see how Jesus re-centers the meal on himself, and why that still matters for the church today.

After tracing the Passover through Exodus and Israel’s history, this episode turns to the New Testament to ask how Jesus fulfills it. Focusing on the Gospel of John, we explore how Jesus is presented as the Passover Lamb, not through the meal, but through the cross, and how his death brings both deliverance and the removal of sin once and for all.

In this episode of the Simply Biblical Podcast, we continue our Passover series by exploring how Passover moved forward from a single night in Egypt to a defining celebration in Israel’s history. We discuss why Passover became the foundation of Israel’s religious calendar, how it shaped their identity, and how it functioned as a recurring call to remembrance, repentance, and renewal throughout the...

In this episode, we revisit Exodus 12 and challenge what we think we know about Passover. Was God merely “skipping over” Israelite homes or actively covering and protecting them? By exploring a Hebrew word, its rare biblical uses, and how ancient Jewish translators understood it, we uncover a powerful picture of Yahweh.