Essential Bible Studies

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Essential Bible Studies

The Essential Bible Studies podcast is an introductory discussion around Biblical first principles. The Bible is a complex book. It’s easy to misunderstand and get off track if you don’t grasp its basic teachings. The show engages in key passages and unpacks them in a lively conversation to reveal how they touch on our core beliefs. Your hosts bring with them years of experience as presenters from the Learn to Read the Bible Seminars. Hosted by the Book Road Christadelphians.

  1. Testimony and Reflections Season 7

    31 MAR

    Testimony and Reflections Season 7

    George had a good life in Trinidad until one night in a drunken stupor he killed someone. Sentenced to death, he turned to the Bible for answers and God called him from his prison cell. Thirty-two and half years later George joins us to reflect on his life, give thanks and offer advice for young people. Key Verse: “Those who heard it said, “Then who can be saved?” But he said, “What is impossible with man is possible with God.”” (Luke 18:26-27) Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialbiblestudies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialbiblestudies/ X: https://x.com/bible_podcast Get it... Get an invite to our Tuesday night Bible Studies at essentialbiblestudies.org Request a free Essential Bible Studies media kit

    30 min
  2. Casting Out Demons

    24 MAR

    Casting Out Demons

    This is the second part of our study on demons. The Gospel records of Matthew, Mark and Luke are filled with stories of Jesus casting out demons. This is in contrast with the rest of the Bible where it is not mentioned. Richard joins Tim to discuss the history between the Testaments and why this should be. They then turn their attention to the parables of Jesus and show how he made the demon-idol connection in his parables and healings. As an example, we consider the case of the Gadarene demoniac Legion and how he reflected the nation of Israel. The first part of our demon study is here https://essentialbiblestudies.podbean.com/e/demons-idols-and-superstition/ Key Verse: “And they came to Jesus and saw the demon-possessed man, the one who had had the legion, sitting there, clothed and in his right mind, and they were afraid.” (Mark 5:15) Outline: Introduction Review of last podcast: the idol-demon connection But why the sudden demonology of the Synoptic Gospels? A short history of the time between the testaments Demon miracles as parables Jesus’ ministry of parables (Matt. 13:34-35; Mark 3:22-23) The parable of the seven evil spirits (Matt. 12:43-45) is about that “evil generation” The Gadarene demoniac as a parable of Israel (Mark 5) Among the tombs eating swine’s flesh (Isa. 65:2-5) Always in the mountains crying and cutting himself (1 Kings 18:28) Bound with fetters and chains like Israel’s captivity (e.g. 2 Kings 25:7) Pigs (unclean animal) drowned in the depths (Micah 7:19) and then sitting in his right mind (the final healing of Israel Zech 13:2) The language of casting out demons the same used of natural illness (Luke 4:35,38) Conclusion - God is more powerful than demons Cover Art: Old Babylonian plaque showing seven demons and Lamashtu, a feared female demon. https://collections.louvre.fr/en/ark:/53355/cl010120468 Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialbiblestudies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialbiblestudies/ X: https://x.com/bible_podcast Get it... Get an invite to our Tuesday night Bible Studies at essentialbiblestudies.org Request a free Essential Bible Studies media kit

    41 min
  3. Demons, Idols and Superstition

    17 MAR

    Demons, Idols and Superstition

    We begin a two-part study on demons by making the key discovery of the connection between demons and idols. The Bible frequently states that an idol is  nothing and cannot do either good or bad. Does this mean that demons are nothing, that it is mere superstition, and that God is truly sovereign? Join Richard and Tim as they delve into this essential Bible study. Key Verse: “They stirred him to jealousy with strange gods; with abominations they provoked him to anger. They sacrificed to demons that were no gods, to gods they had never known, to new gods that had come recently, whom your fathers had never dreaded.” (Deu 32:16-17) Outline: Introduction Online debate (1997) with Anthony Buzzard / COGAF Claims of modern-day demon experiences but what does the Bible teach? Words for demons (Gk. diamonia – Heb. shed meaning destroyer and satyr meaning goat idol) Demons in the Old Testament Psalms106:34-38 there is a connection between demons and idols Idols are nothing (Psa. 135:15-18; 96:4-5; Isa. 65:3 LXX) Deut. 32:16-17, 39 (Lev. 17:7). God is in charge of everything which they associated with demons (Deut. 28:27-28, 58-61). Because of this we are not to be afraid, they cannot do evil (Jer. 10:2-6, 14-15) The Demon Idol Connection in the New Testament 1 Cor. 10:18-22 (cp. 8:4-6) Paul’s association of idols with demons and their being nothing Acts 17 – Paul’s tour of Athens V. 18 foreign divinities = daimonion V. 22 very religious = Deisidaimoni = fear of demons V. 24-26 God is sovereign Conclusion on Superstition Cover Art: Statue of the demon Pazuzu (about 934-610 B.C.) at the Louvre Museum. https://collections.louvre.fr/en/ark:/53355/cl010120489 Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialbiblestudies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialbiblestudies/ X: https://x.com/bible_podcast Get it... Get an invite to our Tuesday night Bible Studies at essentialbiblestudies.org Request a free Essential Bible Studies media kit

    42 min
  4. Jesus Tempted by the Devil

    10 MAR

    Jesus Tempted by the Devil

    Right after his baptism, Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. Join us in this fascinating study into the language of the wilderness temptation where it becomes clear why Jesus experienced this challenge. Key Verse: “Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil.” (Matthew 4:1) Outline: Introduction Popular view and review of some key principles we’ve learned from previous episodes Overview of the baptism of Jesus and the three temptations (Matt. 4:1-11; Mark 1:12-13; Luke 4:1-13) After a period of forty days and nights without food or water Jesus is tempted to turn stones into bread. Taken to the “holy city” Jerusalem at the pinnacle of the temple tempted to throw himself down and be saved by the angels. Taken to an “exceeding high mountain” where he sees the kingdoms of men “in a moment of time” (Luke 4:5) and tempted to become king immediately. Why is he led or driving of the Spirit into the wilderness? Where else is this terminology used? (Ezek. 8:3; 37:1; 40:2; Rev. 17:3; 21:10) Is the temptation in the wilderness a vision? What is a vision? The Satan of Zechariah The visions of Zechariah (Zech. 3:1-5) The historical background (Ezra 4:1-6; 5:1) The Purpose of the Jesus’ Wilderness Vision When and how was Jesus tempted throughout his life? Matt. 16:1 – Seeking a sign John 6:15 – make bread and become king Luke 4:29 – attempt to throw him off a cliff Luke 11:53-54 – catch him in his words to accuse him The wilderness temptation was foreshadowing the temptations to come (Luke 22:28). Who then does the Satan represent in the vision? Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialbiblestudies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialbiblestudies/ X: https://x.com/bible_podcast Get it... Get an invite to our Tuesday night Bible Studies at essentialbiblestudies.org Request a free Essential Bible Studies media kit

    38 min
  5. Lucifer's Fall From Heaven

    3 MAR

    Lucifer's Fall From Heaven

    This is part 2 of our study into the symbology of Revelation 12 as it relates to the devil and Satan. This time Stephen and Tim look at the concept of falling from heaven. They discover other places where this phrase is use in the Bible is some surprising contexts that help decipher it's usage in Revelation 12. Finally, they come to some conclusions as to what it all means. Listen to part 1 on The Ancient Serpent. Key Verse: “How you are fallen from heaven, O Day Star, son of Dawn! How you are cut down to the ground, you who laid the nations low!” (Isaiah 14:12) Outline: Introduction Review of last podcast on the Ancient Serpent What about this fall from heaven? Isaiah 14 and its context The king of Babylon (v. 3-4) Symbolic language Lucifer means the day star The language used to describe Lucifer as a man (v. 11, 13, 16, 20) Other falls from Heaven Lamentations 2:1 Ezekiel 28:1,8-9 Matthew 11:23 Back to Rev. 12 When does this take place? What is literal and what is symbolic? Conclusion this cannot be about a literal fallen angel in rebellion against God. Language taken form OT about kingdoms of men. Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialbiblestudies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialbiblestudies/ X: https://x.com/bible_podcast Get it... Get an invite to our Tuesday night Bible Studies at essentialbiblestudies.org Request a free Essential Bible Studies media kit

    33 min
  6. The Ancient Serpent

    24 FEB

    The Ancient Serpent

    In the book of Revelation chapter 12:9, the great red dragon, the ancient serpent is called the devil and Satan. Stephen and Tim seek to understand what this means by studying the symbology of a serpent in the Bible. Join us as we go from Genesis to Revelation discovering the keys to understanding more about this difficult passage. For more background, listen to episode 43 on The Curse of the Serpent. Key Verse: "And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world—he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him." Revelation 12:9 Outline: Introduction Reading Rev. 12 and symbology Did the Satan become or serpent or did the serpent become a Satan? Incidents involving serpents The crafty serpent (Gen. 3:1) that the Lord God made Key words in the curse on the serpent (Gen. 3:13-15) – Lies, eat the dust, crush the head, treading under foot Moses’ rod turning into a serpent (Exodus 4:1-9) represents Pharoah and Egypt (Ezek. 29:3) Fiery serpents in the wilderness (Num. 21:5-9) How were people saved? Why a serpent on a pole? Brass a symbol of sin. Jesus relates it to the cross (John 3:14) The Serpent Symbol The serpent symbol in relation to men (Deut. 32:32-33; Job 20:12-16; 58:3-5; Psa. 140:1-3; Isa. 59:4-5; Rom. 3:10-13; James 3:7-8) The seed of the serpent (Matt. 3:7; 12:34; 23:33) The Serpent Subdued Kingdom pictures (Isa. 11:8; 65:25) Bible echoes (Psa. 72:9; Isa. 49:23; Micah 7:16-20) Conclusion Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialbiblestudies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialbiblestudies/ X: https://x.com/bible_podcast Get it... Get an invite to our Tuesday night Bible Studies at essentialbiblestudies.org Request a free Essential Bible Studies media kit

    32 min
  7. The Devil Destroyed

    17 FEB

    The Devil Destroyed

    Having completed our study on the word Satan, Tim and Darryl continue by discussing how the term "devil" as used in Scripture. One of the most fascinating passages talks about how Jesus destroyed the devil. Listen in as several Bible passages weave together to complete the connection between the devil and sin which Jesus overcame in his death and resurrection. Key Verse: “Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil.” (Heb. 2:14) Outline: Introduction The word “devil” defined Where the word is translated (1 Tim. 3:11,6-7; 2 Tim. 3:3; Titus 2:3) or not (John 6:70) Key verse Heb. 2:14 Reading Heb. 2:14 in context and bringing out the details What did Jesus accomplish in his death (Heb. 9:28) Comparing with 1 John 3:5,8 where “take away our sins” = “destroy the works of the devil” Is sin personified as the devil in Heb. 2:14? Personification in Romans 5-8 Destroyed the body of sin (Rom. 6:6) so that we might be free from bondage (Rom. 6:8 cp. Heb. 2:15) Personification of sin reigning in Rom. 6:12-22 Sin has the power of death (Rom. 6:23) Personification in 1 Cor. 15 Death by man (1 Cor. 15:21-22) Death destroyed (1 Cor. 15:24-28) The power of sin (1 Cor. 15:55-57) Conclusion Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialbiblestudies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialbiblestudies/ X: https://x.com/bible_podcast Get it... Get an invite to our Tuesday night Bible Studies at essentialbiblestudies.org Request a free Essential Bible Studies media kit

    37 min
  8. Job, Satan and the Sons of God

    10 FEB

    Job, Satan and the Sons of God

    Last week, we saw that many of the passages that use the word "satan" refer to human beings as adversaries. Is Satan in the book of Job another instance of this? Many people conclude that Satan is an angel? We are very pleased to have Dev Ramcharan with us to help identify the adversary of Job. Listen in and weigh the evidence for yourself. Key Verse: “Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came among them.” (Job 1:6) Outline: Introduction Review of last podcast on Satan Background of Job Who are the sons of God? Humans in 1 John 3:1; John 1:12; Deut. 14:1 What about angels in Job 38:7? Who are the sons of God in Genesis 6:4 Is this in heaven or on earth? The word “heaven” is not used “Present themselves before the Lord” (Josh 24:1; 1 Sam. 10:19; Judges 20:2; Deut. 31:14) Who is the Satan? Is Satan a name? The discourse of God and Satan and what he’s allowed to do (1:12-19; 2:3) Job attributed the evil to God (1:21; 2:10; 19:21; 42:11) Conclusion Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/essentialbiblestudies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialbiblestudies/ X: https://x.com/bible_podcast Get it... Get an invite to our Tuesday night Bible Studies at essentialbiblestudies.org Request a free Essential Bible Studies media kit

    36 min
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The Essential Bible Studies podcast is an introductory discussion around Biblical first principles. The Bible is a complex book. It’s easy to misunderstand and get off track if you don’t grasp its basic teachings. The show engages in key passages and unpacks them in a lively conversation to reveal how they touch on our core beliefs. Your hosts bring with them years of experience as presenters from the Learn to Read the Bible Seminars. Hosted by the Book Road Christadelphians.

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