Through the Bible with Pastor Paul

Do our prayers really make a difference? Acts 12 tells the dramatic story of Peter’s imprisonment and miraculous rescue while believers prayed earnestly through the night. Pastor Paul shows how this moment reveals the power of prayer, even when faith feels weak or uncertain. You’ll see how God works through both prayer and His sovereign will, why real faith means trusting Him even when the outcome...

What does it really mean to be holy? In Leviticus 17–20, Pastor Paul unpacks God’s call for His people to live differently—to be set apart from the world around them. You’ll learn how Israel was called to leave behind the pagan practices of Egypt and Canaan, why holiness is about being “other” rather than being perfect, and how God’s design for purity, honesty, and love still shapes His people tod...

What does a flourishing church look like? Acts 11 shows how God grew His church beyond every boundary of race and tradition. Pastor Paul explains how the gospel’s expansion to the Gentiles sparked both controversy and revival, revealing God’s heart for unity in Christ. You’ll see how believers in Antioch became a model of faith and generosity, why the disciples were first called Christians there,...

Why did God require a scapegoat? In Leviticus 16, Pastor Paul explains the powerful meaning behind the Day of Atonement and how it points to Jesus’s ultimate sacrifice. You’ll see how the two goats reveal both the cost of sin and the complete removal of guilt, and how Christ fulfilled every symbol of this sacred day. Discover why faith—not feelings—is what secures forgiveness, and how God’s promis...

Everyone means everyone. Acts 10 tells the remarkable story of Cornelius, a Gentile who feared God, and Peter, a Jew learning that God shows no partiality. Pastor Paul walks through this turning point in the early church when the gospel broke past every boundary of culture and tradition. You’ll see how God prepared Peter’s heart, why no one is beyond His grace, and what it means that everyone who...

What happens when holiness is ignored? In Leviticus 10, two of Aaron’s sons learn the hard way that God’s holiness is not to be taken lightly. Pastor Paul unpacks the sobering story of Nadab and Abihu’s “strange fire” and what it reveals about reverence before a holy God. You’ll also discover how the laws of clean and unclean animals and childbirth in chapters 11–12 taught Israel—and still teach u...

What does it look like to live in the power of the resurrection? As Peter travels through Lydda and Joppa, we see miracles that testify to the living Christ—Aeneas healed, and Tabitha raised from the dead. Pastor Paul explains how these moments reveal not only Jesus’s power to give life, but also the Spirit’s power now working in every believer. You’ll be encouraged to move beyond head knowledge i...

Why does holiness require sacrifice? In Leviticus 5–9, God teaches Israel that every offering points to His holiness and to our need for a mediator. Pastor Paul shows how the sin, guilt, and peace offerings reveal both the seriousness of sin and the mercy of a God who makes forgiveness accessible to everyone. You’ll see how Aaron’s ordination as high priest foreshadows Jesus—our perfect High Pries...

Can God really change a person’s heart? Saul of Tarsus proves He can. Once a violent persecutor of Christians, Saul meets Jesus and becomes a bold preacher of the very gospel he tried to destroy. Pastor Paul shows how this radical transformation reveals the power of the Holy Spirit to change anyone—from the inside out. You’ll see why real change isn’t about self-effort or willpower, but about meet...

Why does a book full of sacrifices still matter today? Pastor Paul opens Leviticus by showing how these ancient offerings reveal God’s holiness and point directly to Jesus’s ultimate sacrifice. As you walk through the burnt, grain, fellowship, and sin offerings, you’ll see that every ritual was a vivid picture of redemption, forgiveness, and fellowship with a holy God. This teaching helps you gras...

What turns a persecutor into a preacher? Acts 9 tells the stunning story of Saul’s encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus—the moment a madman became a beloved brother. Pastor Paul unpacks how this blinding collision with grace reveals the heart of Christ for even the most unlikely people. You’ll see how Saul’s surrender marks both an end and a beginning—the death of the old life and the star...

What does worship look like when God’s glory fills the room? Exodus 37–40 brings Israel’s long journey to a stunning moment—the Tabernacle is completed, the priests are consecrated, and the cloud of God’s presence descends. Pastor Paul shows how every detail—from the Ark of the Covenant to the priestly garments—points to Jesus, our perfect High Priest and the true dwelling place of God among His p...

Ever wonder why God sometimes gives directions without explanations? Philip learned that lesson firsthand. In Acts 8:26–40, we see him leave a thriving ministry in Samaria to meet one man on a desert road—the Ethiopian eunuch. Pastor Paul unpacks how obedience opened the door for a divine encounter that changed a life forever. You’ll discover the power of simple faith, the beauty of baptism, and h...

What makes God’s covenant different from a contract? In Exodus 34–36, Pastor Paul explains how God renewed His covenant with Israel after their failure and why it pointed forward to the greater covenant fulfilled in Jesus. You’ll see how obedience and loyalty shaped Israel’s relationship with God, why Moses’ shining face revealed the fading glory of the old covenant, and how the Spirit brings last...

How can persecution actually fuel church growth? In Acts 8:1–25, Pastor Paul shows how the scattering of believers after Stephen’s death became the spark that carried the gospel beyond Jerusalem. You’ll see how Philip brought Christ to the Samaritans, why the apostles laid hands for the Spirit’s empowering, and what we can learn from the strange story of Simon the sorcerer. This passage reminds us...

Can anyone truly see God and live? In Exodus 33–34, Pastor Paul unpacks Moses’ bold request to glimpse God’s glory and the Lord’s gracious response. You’ll discover how God’s presence—not religion or ritual—sets His people apart, why His mercy and justice together reveal His majesty, and what it means to walk in His favor. This passage reminds us that intimacy with God is both humbling and transfo...

Why did Stephen’s bold defense cost him his life? In Acts 6:8–15 and Acts 7, Pastor Paul walks us through Stephen’s Spirit-filled testimony before the Sanhedrin and his powerful retelling of Israel’s history. You’ll see how Stephen connected Joseph, Moses, and the prophets to Jesus, exposing Israel’s pattern of resisting God’s messengers. His courage in the face of lies and violence reminds us tha...

Why did Israel build a golden calf right after hearing God’s voice? In Exodus 32, Pastor Paul unpacks how unmet expectations and fear led the people to backslide into idolatry. You’ll see how their restlessness exposed a lack of trust, why Aaron failed in leadership, and how Moses interceded with bold faith. This passage challenges us to wait on God instead of rushing to fix things ourselves and s...

What does it mean to stay in your lane in ministry? In Acts 6:1–7, the early church faced tension when widows were neglected in daily care, leading the apostles to appoint seven Spirit-filled men to serve. Pastor Paul explains how this moment highlights the role of deacons, the importance of servant leadership, and the need to keep faithful to God’s calling. You’ll see why every believer has a gif...

Why do priestly garments need glory and beauty? In Exodus 28–31, God gives detailed instructions for Israel’s priesthood, showing that every piece of clothing, every sacrifice, and every act of service pointed forward to Jesus, our great High Priest. Pastor Paul explains how Aaron’s role foreshadows Christ’s intercession, why sacrifice teaches forgiveness through substitution, and how even the inc...

Why does God allow both miracles and persecution? In Acts 5:12–42, we see the apostles performing signs and wonders, only to be arrested, beaten, and threatened. Pastor Paul shows how God used both the miracles and the opposition to confirm the message of Jesus and strengthen the church. You’ll discover why miracles always point back to the gospel, how persecution reveals true faith, and why joy i...

Why does God give such detailed instructions for a tent in the wilderness? In Exodus 25–27, the Lord reveals His design for the tabernacle and its furnishings—the Ark of the Covenant, the table of the bread of the Presence, the golden lampstand, and the altar. Pastor Paul shows how each item points to Jesus: the ark and mercy seat speak of God’s presence and forgiveness, the bread reveals Christ a...

What’s the danger of wanting recognition more than obedience? In Acts 4:32–37 and 5:1–11, we see the generosity of Barnabas contrasted with the deception of Ananias and Sapphira. Pastor Paul explains how their sin was rooted in the pride of life—the desire to appear spiritual while hiding the truth. You’ll discover why God’s discipline, though severe, flows from His love, how the early church lear...

Why does God require blood for a covenant? In Exodus 23–24, the Lord lays out laws of justice, rest, and worship before confirming His covenant with Israel through sacrifice. Pastor Paul explains why fairness, honesty, and compassion matter deeply to God, and how obedience brings blessing and protection. You’ll see why the blood sprinkled on the altar and the people pointed forward to Christ, how...

“There is salvation in no one else.” In Acts 4:1–22, Peter boldly proclaims Jesus as the cornerstone rejected by men but chosen by God, declaring that no other name under heaven can save. Pastor Paul unpacks the courage of Peter and John before the Sanhedrin, showing how the Holy Spirit filled them afresh to speak with clarity and boldness. You’ll discover why the gospel’s exclusivity is both offe...