The Bible Journey Daily Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Episode Notes. In this episode of The Bible Project Daily Podcast, we continue our exploration of Paul’s  teaching on being “unequally yoked.” Having considered the wider spiritual principle in Part 1, we now turn to one of its most personal applications: marriage. Paul’s image of the yoke — two animals pulling together in the same direction — is a vivid picture of the unity requi...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever subscribed to an online service, maybe a streaming platform or the like, and you seem to spend the rest of your days trying to cancel it? You sign up for a free trial and then after your 28 days your inbox is full of newsletters, and other ‘great’ upgrades. Annoying? Almost always. It can be dangerous to choose the easy option in life. And attending some churches, or...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever noticed how God often hides His greatest opportunities inside what look like impossible situations?  Paul reminds us that what we see as hardship and accusation, God often turns into moments of His greatest work. Remember—the wisdom of this world fades, but the message of the cross endures forever. Until next time, may you walk in the power of Christ crucified."...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Notes Page Have you ever wished you could see God at work — like the disciples did when Jesus turned water into wine or fed thousands with loaves and fish? The good news is, you can. In this episode, we explore Paul’s teaching in 2 Corinthians on the ministry of reconciliation and how God continues to work through His people today. Together, we’ll uncover: Why the Holy Spi...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Notes Page What drives you — comfort, convenience, recognition? Or the love of Christ? In this episode, we dive into Paul’s challenge in 2 Corinthians 5 and discover the only motivation strong enough to sustain us through trials, disappointments, and the demands of daily discipleship. With stories of missionaries, pastors, and everyday believers, this message will encourag...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Notes (Podcast Platforms) Title: How to Prevent Discouragement (2 Corinthians 4:16–5:10) Description: Life is full of pressures, weariness, and moments when discouragement presses hard. But in today’s passage, the Apostle Paul shows us a better way: how to keep our eyes fixed not on what is temporary, but on what is eternal.  Along the way, we’ll uncover how to: Keep your...

Send us Fan Mail Life has a way of wearing us down. Our bodies grow weaker, our circumstances press harder, and discouragement seems just around the corner. But the Apostle Paul shows us a different way — a way of renewal, hope, and courage. In this episode, we’ll explore Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 4:16–18 and discover how to shift our focus from the temporary struggles of today to the eternal...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Notes: Modern living, in many ways, can be like living in a pressure cooker. And for those who follow Christ—especially if you are engaged in any kind of service or ministry—the pressures can multiply.  Alongside the common struggles of life, there is the added weight of opposition, misunderstanding, criticism, and at times even persecution. If you’ve lived long enough in...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, “How to Prevent Deceitfulness” (2 Corinthians 4:1–6), we look at Paul’s call to integrity in ministry and life. The gospel is not something to be hidden, twisted, or diluted—it is the clear light of Christ shining into the darkness. Paul warns against deceit, dishonesty, and manipulation, and calls us instead to live and speak in the open truth of God’s Word. Join...

Send us Fan Mail Paul contrasts the fading glory of the old covenant with the eternal glory of the new. In Christ, the veil is lifted — we behold Him with unveiled faces and are transformed into His image from glory to glory. Join us as we explore the Spirit’s ministry of life and righteousness, and the bold freedom we have to proclaim Christ. Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Understanding...

Send us Fan Mail Suppose for a moment you were on a church committee, tasked with finding a new pastor. What would you look for?  Most of us instinctively think of three things: ordination, maybe graduation from a Bible College, and a recommendation. Ordination indicates that other ministers have examined a man and found him to be in line with their doctrine. Graduation from a university or Bible...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Notes: In this passage, Paul reflects on the tension every servant of Christ feels—burdened with deep concern for people, yet buoyed by God’s unfailing triumph in Christ. Ministry is not for the faint of heart. It brings anxiety, questions of sufficiency, and moments of discouragement. But it also brings joy, thanksgiving, and the privilege of marching in Christ’s victory....

Send us Fan Mail Episode Notes. Title: Forgiveness of Offenders – 2 Corinthians 2:5–11     In today’s episode, we read of Paul’s urgent call to forgive those who have repented. Writing to the Corinthians, Paul shows that forgiveness isn’t just a personal choice — it is a spiritual battle. To withhold forgiveness is to give Satan a foothold; but to forgive, comfort, and reaffirm love is to disarm t...

Send us Fan Mail Today we consider what I think is a very important aspect of the Christian ministry life: The importance of integrity. You see, when a messenger’s integrity is questioned, the message itself often comes under suspicion. I remember the first time I notice this happened was sobering.  The integrity of the messenger is deeply tied to the credibility of the message. So, let me ask you...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast — where we open God’s Word each day and walk together through the Scriptures. In this episode, we’re exploring 2 Corinthians 1:8–11, where Paul pulls back the curtain on his own suffering to show us a deeper truth: God allows trials not to crush us, but to teach us to rely on Him — the God who raises the dead. If you’ve ever fe...

Send us Fan Mail In this opening episode, we begin our study through one of the most personal, passionate, and challenging letters Paul ever wrote. More than just theology, 2 Corinthians gives us a window into Paul’s heart — his care for people, his suffering in ministry, and his defense of true apostleship. Together, we’ll see how this letter speaks not only to an ancient church in crisis but als...

Send us Fan Mail To listen to the complete series, so far, visit the podcast website. https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.com Episode Notes. Season 2 Finale: The Eastern Confession of Cyril Lucaris & The Synod of Jerusalem (1672) In this final episode of Season Two of the History of the Church Podcast , we close our journey through the Eastern tradition by examining two defining...

Send us Fan Mail This episode provides a re-reading of a talk i gave on Tuesday 14th January 2025 at the County Hotel, Lytham St Annes: The Nature of God: Relational vs. impersonal Spiritual Enlightenment vs. Salvation by Grace Jesus Christ’s Role: Son of God vs. mystical prophet Scriptural Authority vs. Esoteric Knowledge My exploration not only identifies philosophical tensions but also highligh...

Send us Fan Mail If you would prefer to watch the video version on Youtibe, with loads of original stills from the film, just follow the ling below. https://youtu.be/EeOPcd26lgc I shall be posting several bonus episodes over the next week or so whilst I work on our next season together, in which I return to the New Testament and begin our study through Paul's 2nd letter to the church at Corin...

Send us Fan Mail This bonus episode was originally posted as a Patron-only bonus episode on Patreon on November 17, 2024. I hope you enjoy it. explores the life and theories of Abraham Maslow, a prominent psychologist known for his "Hierarchy of Needs" theory and This special episode delves into the life and theories of Abraham Maslow, a renowned psychologist who is famous for his "...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a special bonus episode.  I shall be posting several bonus episodes over the next week or so whilst I work on our next season together, in which I return to the New Testament and begin our study through Paul's 2nd letter to the church at Corinth.  In this episode, we are reposting an episode I originally posted on 10th November 2024,  one of a series on ancient phi...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Notes; The story of Ruth ends with hope, redemption, and joy. What began in loss and famine concludes with restoration and promise—pointing us to Christ, our Redeemer. Join us as we reflect on the final chapter of Ruth and the greater story of God’s redeeming love. Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Understanding great literature is better than trying to read and unde...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever faced a moment where you weren’t sure if you were staring at an amazing opportunity—or a potential disaster? Life is full of those moments, like that, isn’t it? Times when we have to make decisions without knowing how things will turn out.  That’s the very tension we find in Ruth chapter 3.  Ruth and Naomi are facing another turning point—an opportunity that could ch...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: How to Always Keep Your Life Going in The Right Direction. In Ruth chapter 2, we see the beauty of kindness at work. Ruth chose to walk in humility and compassion, and in doing so, she encountered Boaz—a godly, gracious, and generous man. His kindness met hers, and together their story points us toward the greater kindness of Christ. This episode explores how small...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome: Welcome to today’s episode of The Bible Project Daily Podcast , where we continue through Ruth Chapter 1 and discover how God brings hope out of bitterness and redemption out of loss. This episode begins with famine, grief, and Naomi’s bitterness — yet in the middle of sorrow, Ruth chooses faithfulness and a new life with God’s people. This episode explores how our decisi...