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Send us Fan Mail Welcome: Hello and welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast . Today, we continue our 40-day journey through 1 Corinthians—a letter for the modern church, if ever there was one. In this episode, we’ll witness something astonishing: Paul gives thanks for a church in crisis. Before addressing the many failings of the Corinthian believers, Paul stops to thank God for His grace...

Send us Fan Mail   Series: 1 Corinthians — A Letter for Our Time Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast . I’m Jeremy McCandless, and today we launch a brand new season as we begin our study through the Apostle Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians—chapter by chapter, verse by verse. Corinth was a messy church in a broken world. Sound familiar? That’s why this letter matters so much—because it...

Send us Fan Mail This Episode was originally made available to my Patreon community on September 15, 2024.... I hope you find it interesting. Study Notes: "Superstition and Fear - Faith and Hope" Episode Overview: Key Topics: Definition and characteristics of superstition. The biblical definition of faith. The influence of superstition on modern life. Enlightenment perspectives on supers...

Send us Fan Mail This Episode was originally made available on 4th Aug 2024 on Patreon. Episode Description:  Today, I examine the life and work of Carl Rogers, one of the most influential psychologists of the 20th century, through a Christian lens. We explore his person-centered approach, the harmony between his principles and Christian teachings, and ask whether his theories can inspire and enri...

Send us Fan Mail This is a re- presentation of a talkand discussion held on the 23rd of July 2024 at the County Hotel Lytham St Annes, in Lancashire. It is taken from a series of talks and presentations/discussions taken from a series of talks working through what author, Tom Butler Bowden describe as "the Greatest Spiritual Classics, taken from his book of the same name". It was first m...

Send us Fan Mail As Christians, how should we respond to those who sit on the far left? This episode was originally made available to my Patreon community on 27th May 2024.... I hope you find this helpful for context and application. Support the show This podcast is not associated with the Bible Project YouTube channel or any other associated podcasts that use the name 'Bible Project'. I...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast . Today, we reach the final chapter of Judges—a disturbing yet powerful conclusion that forces us to ask: How do we know what’s truly right? The Israelites believed they were doing the right thing, but ended up compounding injustice with more and more sin. In this episode, we reflect on the dangers of relying on our own judgment, and the...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome: This episode looks at how Israel, in the aftermath of a horrifying crime, rushes to act — with justice on their side but without first waiting on God. Their initial victories turn tragic, resulting in staggering losses and a near-eradication of a tribe. The story reveals a critical truth: even when we do the right thing, we can get it terribly wrong if we get ahead of God...

Send us Fan Mail Warning Very Explicit Biblical Content.  Listener discretion required. Not suitable for Children or vulnerable adults. It’s Time to Speak Up Let me end with one final observation — and I believe it comes straight from the last verse of this dark, sobering chapter.  It says: “Consider it, confer on it, then speak up.” That’s the call. So when is it time to speak? Let me give you so...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast . Today, we’re looking at Judges 18 — a sobering account of how a whole tribe, the Danites, slowly walked away from the Lord. This isn’t just a story of ancient idolatry; it’s a powerful warning about what happens when God’s people stop trusting His Word and start crafting a religion that suits their own desires. From misplaced trust to s...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast . In today’s episode, we look at one of the most unsettling—and relevant—chapters in the book of Judges. We meet a man named Micah who builds an entire religion based on what feels right to him, even while invoking the name of the Lord. It’s a powerful reminder that sincerity is not the same as truth, and that the way that seems righ...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙 Episode Summary In today's episode, we trace the final downward spiral of Samson—a man chosen by God but overtaken by his own desires. Judges 16 is a tragic yet illuminating story of what happens when God’s gifts are used without God's guidance. From Gaza to Delilah, from strength to blindness, this chapter lays bare the fruit of the flesh —the spiritual and moral cons...

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Send us Fan Mail 🎙 Episode Summary What do you do when you feel utterly alone—abandoned by friends, misunderstood by your own people, and left to stand for God without support? In topday's episode, we walk through the stormy events of Judges 15 and the life of Samson: a man set apart by God, empowered by the Spirit, and yet isolated in his calling. From betrayal to supernatural victory, Samso...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome Thanks for pressing play! In today’s journey through Judges we meet Samson—the gifted judge who could tear lions to shreds, yet couldn’t rein in his own appetite. His life is a walking paradox: Spirit-empowered, vow-bound … and willfully compromised.  The big question we’re chasing: How can a holy God work through people who are anything but holy? If you’ve ever felt the t...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into Judges 13—the beginning of Samson’s remarkable story. In a time of Israel’s deep spiritual decline, we witness a divine intervention: the angel of the Lord announces the birth of a deliverer. But Samson’s arrival isn’t just a story of hope—it’s a tale of consecration, purpose, and the tension between human weakness and divine calling....

Send us Fan Mail Welcome: Have you ever seen a disagreement spiral—not because of what was at stake, but because of how it was handled? In this short but sobering episode, we open Judges 12 to examine the tragic story of Jephthah and the Ephraimites—a civil war sparked not by justice, but by ego, exclusion, and pride. What unfolds is a confrontation where spiritual language masks carnal motives, a...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast , the place where we open God’s Word each day to discover the wisdom, challenge, and encouragement it holds for our lives. Today’s episode is titled “Making a Deal With God – Right or Wrong?” and we’re going to walk through one of the most perplexing, powerful, and emotionally charged stories in the book of Judges. Have you ever made a...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, titled “When the Lord Gets Fed Up with People,” we explore a sobering but ultimately hope-filled chapter in the book of Judges. Have you ever wondered if God gets tired of forgiving people who keep making the same mistakes? In Judges 10, we see a people caught in the destructive cycle of sin—and a God whose mercy runs deeper than their rebellion. This chapter d...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part Two of this Double-Header Episode. We continue are look at the life and downfall of Abimelech, a ruthless leader who seized power through treachery and ruled with oppression. Judges 9 presents a cautionary tale of ambition unchecked by wisdom and morality, showing us the consequences of leadership driven by self-interest rather than godly stewardship. Episode Notes...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome Welcome to today's episode, where we delve into the life and downfall of Abimelech, a ruthless leader who seized power through treachery and ruled with oppression. Judges 9 presents a cautionary tale of ambition unchecked by wisdom and morality, showing us the consequences of leadership driven by self-interest rather than godly stewardship. Episode Notes In this episo...

Send us Fan Mail In todays episode we look at all of Judges Chapter 8 and follow Gideon's pursuit of the Midianite kings, Zebah and Zalmunna, after his initial victory.  As Gideon and his men chase the remaining enemy forces, he requests food from the people of Succoth and Penuel, but they refuse, fearing Midianite retaliation. Gideon promises to return and punish them for their refusal. Afte...

Send us Fan Mail Gideon’s story in Judges 7 illustrates how God strengthens faith by reducing reliance on human resources, teaching trust in His provision. Facing overwhelming odds, Gideon’s army was reduced from 32,000 to 300 men, showing that victory comes through God, not human strength. God built Gideon’s faith through His Word and unexpected encouragement. The lesson emphasizes trusting God f...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Description: How can I know the will of God? It’s a question that can be heard in the heart of almost every believer—both those just starting out and those who’ve walked with Christ for years. In today’s episode, we step into the story of Gideon, the reluctant warrior who longed for certainty in a time of chaos. As we study Judges chapter 6, we’ll reflect on how God respon...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: Learning to Celebrate God’s Victories Scripture Reference: Judges 5:1–11 Welcome: In today’s episode, Learning to Celebrate God’s Victories , we step into one of the Bible’s most famous Old Testament songs of praise: the Song of Deborah. After a dramatic and miraculous deliverance in Judges 4, Israel responds—not with parades or pageantry, but with worship. What doe...