Ben

The Good God Podcast

Religion EN ↓ 80 episodes

Ben Bjorlie’s recorded messages about who he believes the good God to be.

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Sabbath Festivals: Leviticus 23 06.07.2026 50:13

In the past, the Sabbath has been used as a stick to enforce legalism. But both Jesus and the authors of the Sabbath law thought of Sabbath in restoration terms. It spoke of liberation and not oppression. Do you Sabbath? Or are you too busy? Is your Sabbath restoration or obligation?

Psalm 1: Psalms of Wisdom 30.06.2026 51:02

This is the first sermon in the Psalms series we’ll be going through over the next 11 weeks. As you read 2 psalms a day over the next 11 weeks you’ll complete the book when the series concludes. But Ben will also be teaching the Psalms thematically. We’ll look at Wisdom Psalms, Royal Psalms, Psalms of Lament.

Peace/fellowship Offering 15.06.2026 34:32

Is God a megalomaniac who is self absorbed?

Grain/Gift Offering 08.06.2026 38:00

What does thankfulness look like?

Ascension Offering: Leviticus 1 01.06.2026 1:01:11

How can we be transformed? How can we be close to God?

Feast of Firstfruits 24.05.2026 45:47

Leviticus 23:9-14 tells us about how the ancient Hebrew Israelite people celebrated a time of thanksgiving to YHWH. They were to be openhanded with the blessings they received from God. Their response of generosity was a result of understanding God’s blessing and abundance. God was good to them, so they were to celebrate His goodness with generosity and festivities.

Matthew 28 05.01.2026 39:57

Jesus calls His disciples to do what He did

Matthew 27 29.12.2025 50:54

Jesus trail

Matthew 26 22.12.2025 41:39

The noose closes in on Jesus.

Matthew 25, Sheep and Goats 17.12.2025 46:17

Jesus continues His condemnation of religious hypocrisy. Showing that Jesus demands social justice, not simply affirmation of creeds and dogma.

Matthew 24, Antichrist and Apocalypse 01.09.2025 45:59

There are as many opinions on the antichrist and apocalypse as there are people. Jesus warns against those debates. Instead he tells his followers how to react to the tumultuous times in which they live.

Matthew 23, Failures of the Pharisees 25.08.2025 52:04

What can we learn from Jesus sermon against the Pharisees? This teaching isn’t just for religious leaders thousands of years ago and thousands of miles away. What Jesus says here can be applied to our religious life today.

Matthew 22, Jesus Answers the Religious Authorities 18.08.2025 41:47

Why would anyone kill someone as caring and kind as Jesus of Nazareth? What led to His trial and crucifixion?

Matthew 21, Jesus had Authority 11.08.2025 43:09

How did Jesus display his authority in the presence of the political and religious powers?

Matthew 20, Jesus chooses the Forgotten 04.08.2025 45:44

Who does Jesus choose to be in His Kingdom? The wealthy and powerful? Or the weak and vulnerable?

Matthew 19 28.07.2025 42:51

In society, women, children, and single people can be forgotten. How does Jesus give them dignity and purpose in a time when they were viewed as insignificant?

Matthew 17, Transfiguration 21.07.2025 47:18

Jesus represents the God of the Hebrew Scriptures. Is the God of the Hebrew Scriptures different than the God of the Christian New Testament Scriptures?

Matthew 16, Investigating Jesus 14.07.2025 42:22

How did Jesus defend himself and His message? What are the common reasons people give for not following Him?

Matthew 15, Original Sin 07.07.2025 38:18

Does the belief in original sin hamper or help us?

Matthew 14, Easter Message 30.06.2025 38:42

The character, heart, and compassion of the Lord Jesus.

Matthew 13, fishing with a net 23.06.2025 28:09

Churches are filled with religious hypocrites and genuine loving people. What’s the role of Christians in such an environment?

Matthew 13, What the Church can become!!! 16.06.2025 19:34

What happens when we realize God is working and see what his Church can become.?

Matthew 13, Sacrifice and Self-control 09.06.2025 36:42

How can we make sacrifices in our life happily?