Jeff Forester & Chris Zarbaugh

The Bible Guys

The Bible Guys, featuring Jeff Forester & Chris Zarbaugh, is a daily podcast with two guys who like talking about the Bible in fun and practical ways! We think you can grow as much as you want to grow and a daily devotional can help. Join us every Monday thru Friday and get ready for some laughs, engaging stories, and unexpected Bible conversations.

Author

Jeff Forester & Chris Zarbaugh

Category

Religion

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www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

The Heart of Giving: Exploring Sacrificial Generosity 20.02.2024

Episode 362: In today's episode, we delve into the concept of generosity and its significance in the Christian faith. The core of our conversation focuses on the biblical story of the widow's mite, as found in the Gospels of Mark and Luke. We explore the profound act of the poor widow who, despite her financial constraints, gives two small coins – all she had – as an offering in the temple. This a...

Inside Out: A Candid Conversation on True Righteousness 19.02.2024

Episode 361: Join Chris and Jeff, your favorite Bible Guys, as they dive deep into the heart of the gospel and explore the true essence of faith beyond religious facades. In this episode, they tackle the powerful words of Jesus as he confronts the Pharisees in Matthew 23:13-36, calling out their hypocrisy and challenging us to examine our own hearts.

Unpacking the Pharisees: A Candid Conversation on Religious Hypocrisy 16.02.2024

Episode 360: Join us in this enlightening episode of The Bible Guys where we tackled this topic: the behavior of the Pharisees and how it relates to modern church culture. We dissected passages from Matthew, Mark, and Luke, where Jesus warns against the religious leaders of His time. He criticized them for not practicing what they preach, for crushing people with unbearable religious demands, and...

The Pharisees' Conundrum: Jesus Challenges Religious Leaders 15.02.2024

Episode 359: The main focus of our episode was a deep dive into three passages from the Gospels: Matthew 22, Mark 12, and Luke 20. We explored the interactions between Jesus and the religious leaders of His time, particularly how Jesus turned the tables on the Pharisees by asking them a question they couldn't answer. The question was about the Messiah and His lineage, which led to a profound discu...

The Greatest Commandment: Love in Action 14.02.2024

Episode 358: Join us on this episode of The Bible Guys as the core of our discussion centers on Jesus' response to the religious leaders' question about the most important commandment. We read from Matthew 22:34 and Mark 12:28, where Jesus summarizes the entire law with two commandments: Love God with all your heart, soul, and mind, and love your neighbor as yourself.

Debating Resurrection: Sadducees, Marriage, and Angels 13.02.2024

Episode 357: Join us today on The Bible Guys, where we dive deep into the scriptures to explore the concepts of marriage, resurrection, and life after death. Our hosts engage in a lively discussion, comparing passages from Matthew, Mark, and Luke, and addressing some of the most profound questions about our existence beyond this life.

Dual Citizenship: Balancing Earthly and Heavenly Responsibilities 12.02.2024

Episode 356: Join us in this enlightening episode of The Bible Guys where we dive into the practical and spiritual aspects of one of the most famous teachings of Jesus: "Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and give to God what belongs to God." In this discussion, we explore the dual citizenship we hold as believers and citizens of our country, and how to navigate our responsibilities in both rea...

Invitations to the Banquet: Discussing Inclusivity in Christianity 09.02.2024

Episode 355: In this episode, we explore the parable of the wedding feast from Matthew 22 and its implications for understanding the kingdom of heaven. The conversation turns to the significance of being clothed in Christ's righteousness and what it means for our salvation. We tackle the challenging topic of hell and the urgency it brings to evangelism. The hosts discuss the purpose of church serv...

Unveiling the Cornerstone: Jesus' Bold Proclamations in Jerusalem 08.02.2024

Episode 354: On today's episode, our discussion centered around a powerful passage found in the Synoptic Gospels—Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Each account tells the parable of the wicked tenant farmers who, instead of respecting the landowner's servants and son, beat, killed, and stoned them. This parable is a direct critique of the religious leaders of the time, who Jesus accuses of being like those...

Understanding True Obedience Through the Parable of Two Sons 07.02.2024

Episode 353: In today's episode, we did an in-depth analysis of the Parable of Two Sons and its implications for obedience and repentance. We also covered the concept of the priesthood of all believers and the dangers of elevating church leaders above the congregation. Lastly, we gave practical insights for leaders in both religious and secular contexts to foster humility and servant leadership.

Seeking Truth in Scripture: Honesty, Motives, and Authority 06.02.2024

Episode 352: On today's episode, we take a closer look at the accounts of Jesus' authority questioned by the leading priests and elders in the temple, as described in Matthew 21, Mark 11, and Luke 20. Our discussion explores the nuances of each account and the importance of not adding to the words of Scripture.

The Fig Tree Incident: Deciphering Jesus' Teachings on Faith 05.02.2024

Episode #351: Join us in this thought-provoking episode of our podcast where we delve into the complex topics of free will in heaven and the true power of faith. We tackle the perplexing story of Jesus cursing the fig tree and the implications of faith that can move mountains. Is it really about the amount of faith we have, or is there more to the story? We discuss the nuances of prayer, God's wil...

From Anger to Acceptance: Discussing Faith, Hardened Hearts, and Healing 02.02.2024

Episode #350: Join us in this enlightening episode of The Bible Guys where Chris and Jeff delve into scripture, examining the human tendency to seek approval from others over God, and the courage it takes to live out a public faith. They reflect on the powerful message of Jesus as the light of the world and the transformative impact of walking in His light. Whether you're wrestling with personal s...

The Greeks Meet Jesus: A Conversation on Cultural Barriers and Faith 01.02.2024

Episode #349: Our main focus in this episode is an intriguing passage from John chapter 12, where some Greeks approach Philip, wanting to meet Jesus during the Passover celebration. This event leads to a significant teaching moment from Jesus about His impending death and the nature of His kingdom.

Flipping Tables and Fulfilling Prophecy: A Deep Dive into Jesus' Actions 31.01.2024

Episode #348: Join Chris and Jeff on this enlightening episode of The Bible Guys as they delve into the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. This episode covers the social media minute, listener shoutouts, and a deep dive into the significance of Jesus' actions in the temple during Passover. The core of our discussion centered on the biblical accounts of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, his...

The Triumphal Entry: Unpacking Palm Sunday and Prophecy 30.01.2024

Episode #347: Join us in this enlightening episode of The Bible Guys Podcast as we delve into the significance of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, an event celebrated as Palm Sunday. We explore the fulfillment of ancient prophecies and discuss the reactions of the people who witnessed this momentous occasion. From the symbolism of the donkey to the crowd's shifting loyalties, we...

The Impact of Generosity: Discussing Mary's Anointing of Jesus 29.01.2024

Episode #346: In today's episode, we did an in-depth analysis of a biblical event where a woman anoints Jesus with expensive perfume. We explored the different accounts of this story in Matthew 26, Mark 14, and John 12, discussing the nuances and details unique to each gospel. We pondered the heart condition of Judas Iscariot, who criticized the woman's act of generosity despite his own shortcomin...

Lessons on Diligence and Reward - Episode #345 26.01.2024

Dive deep into the Gospel of Luke with us as we explore the parable of the king's ten servants. It's a story of responsibility, investment, and the expectations of a king for his subjects. What does it mean to be faithful with what we're given? How does Jesus' message resonate with our own lives and the way we handle our "talents"?

Seeking the Lost: Zacchaeus' Transformation - Episode #344 25.01.2024

Join us in this enlightening episode of The Bible Guys Podcast where we unpack the story of Zacchaeus from the Gospel of Luke. Discover the profound impact of Jesus' acceptance on this notorious tax collector and how it led to a dramatic transformation. This episode is a reminder that no one is beyond the reach of God's grace and how we, as Christians, can approach others with love and understandi...

Insights from the Blind Beggar's Faith - Episode #343 24.01.2024

Join us in this enlightening episode of The Bible Guys Podcast, where we dive deep into the harmonious details of the Gospels through the story of Blind Bartimaeus. In this episode, we explore the authenticity of Scripture and how the varying accounts of the same event in the Gospels actually strengthen the credibility of the Bible. We also discuss the importance of seizing opportunities, the powe...

Serving Others - Episode #342 23.01.2024

In this episode of The Bible Guys, join a couple of friends as they dive into the topic of serving others and share some hilarious and unexpected adventure stories. From encounters with tarantulas in Haiti to eating sheep brains in Morocco, the hosts discuss the importance of humility and selflessness in serving others. They also explore a passage from Matthew 20 where Jesus teaches about servant...

Understanding Jesus' Predictions - Episode #341 22.01.2024

Join us in this enlightening episode of The Bible Guys as we delve deep into Matthew chapter 20, verses 17 through 19, and explore the profound predictions Jesus made about his own death and resurrection. Our hosts engage in a thought-provoking discussion, comparing the accounts from Mark and Luke, and unpack the disciples' reactions to Jesus' foretelling of his fate.

Vineyard Workers - Episode #340 19.01.2024
The Rich Young Man - Episode #339 18.01.2024
Blessing the Children - Episode #338 17.01.2024

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