Bible Basics

Jacqueline Williams Adewole
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Welcome! The Bible Basics Podcast is designed to make the Bible approachable and accessible for all,  particularly those who are new to the faith or curious about the Bible. Each episode focuses on a specific topic, breaking it down into bite-sized chunks and offering foundational knowledge about the Bible's structure, types, writing, and storyline. The ultimate goal is to increase listeners' comfort level with the Bible and deepen their relationship with God through reading His Word. Click this link to send us a message:https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2180587/open_sms 

  1. Acts Pt 3: The Gospel Goes Out

    FEB 3

    Acts Pt 3: The Gospel Goes Out

    We trace Acts 13–28 from Antioch to Rome, watching the Spirit send ordinary people into extraordinary moments as the gospel crosses cultures, faces resistance, and still advances. Paul’s journeys, the Jerusalem Council, and the clashes in cities like Ephesus show how grace shapes a global church. • Acts’ structure and the pivot from Peter to Paul  • Antioch as a sending center shaped by prayer  • First journey patterns of welcome and resistance  • The Jerusalem Council clarifying grace for Gentiles  • Second journey highlights in Philippi and Athens  • Encouragement in Corinth to keep speaking  • Ephesus and the clash with idol economies  • Arrests, trials, shipwreck, and arrival in Rome  • Four themes: Spirit-led mission, cross-cultural reach, resilient witness, redeemed detours  • A personal challenge to take one faithful step Read one chapter of Acts this week with fresh eyes. And if this series helped you feel more confident opening the Bible, share it with a friend. RELATED EPISODES: Acts Pt 1: The Story ContinuesActs Pt 2: The Church in MotionSOURCES:  Benware, P. N. (2004). Survey of the New Testament. Moody Publishers. Evans, T. (2019). The Tony Evans Bible commentary. B&H Publishing Group. Galan, B., & Curiel, J. (2012). Bible Overview. Rose Publishing. MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (2014). The MacArthur Study Bible (NIV). Thomas Nelson. Ryken, L., & Ryken, P. G. (Eds.). (2007). The ESV Literary Study Bible (English Standard Version). Crossway. Thomas Nelson. (2021). The open Bible (NIV; complete reference system). Thomas NelsonWe'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message. Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus? Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at info@bible-basics.org 📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life 🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at info@bible-basics.org. We would love to hear from you! Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.

    25 min
  2. Acts Pt 2: The Church in Motion

    JAN 20

    Acts Pt 2: The Church in Motion

    In this episode of the Bible Basics Podcast, host Jacqueline Adewole delves into the early chapters of the Book of Acts, exploring the challenges faced by the early church as they spread the message of Jesus amidst increasing pressure and opposition. She reflects on a conversation about the struggles of faith, emphasizing that true growth often occurs in discomfort. The discussion highlights key events, such as Peter healing a disabled man, the arrest of Peter and John, and the martyrdom of Stephen, illustrating how these moments of tension ultimately led to the expansion of the Christian message. Adewole underscores the importance of community, prayer, and obedience in the face of adversity, reminding listeners that God works through imperfect people to fulfill His purpose. SOURCES: Fee, G. D., & Stuart, D. (2002). How to Read the Bible Book by Book: A Guided Tour. Zondervan.MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (n.d.). The MacArthur Study Bible (New International Version). Thomas Nelson.MacDonald, W. (1994). The New Testament made clear. Thomas Nelson.Salter, M. C. (2024). Acts (L. Gatiss, Ed.). Hodder & Stoughton. (The Hodder Bible Commentary).Stott, J. R. W. (1994). The Message of Acts: The Spirit, the church & the world. InterVarsity Press. (The Bible Speaks Today).Thomas Nelson. (1993). The Word in Life Study Bible (New Revised Standard Version). Thomas Nelson. RELATED EPISODES Acts Pt 1: The Story Continues A Seat at the Table: Exploring the Gospel of Luke We'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message. Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus? Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at info@bible-basics.org 📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life 🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at info@bible-basics.org. We would love to hear from you! Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.

    16 min
  3. Acts Pt 1: The Story Continues

    JAN 6

    Acts Pt 1: The Story Continues

    This episode begins a three-part series on the book of Acts, the story of how the early church began.We explore how the story of Jesus continues after the Gospels, not ending with His resurrection or ascension.Learn why Acts is often called the bridge between the life of Jesus and the growth of the early church.Discover what Jesus meant when He told His followers they would be His witnesses.Walk through Acts 1 and see why Jesus asked the disciples to wait before beginning their mission.Understand who the Holy Spirit is and why His coming changes everything.Experience the events of Pentecost and the birth of the church in Acts 2.See how ordinary, uncertain people were empowered to take part in God’s work.Learn what the early Christian community looked like and why it mattered.Reflect on how the same Spirit at work in Acts is still at work today.Sources:  Meyer, J. (n.d.). The Everyday Life Bible (Amplified ed.). FaithWords.MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (n.d.). The MacArthur Study Bible (New International Version). Thomas Nelson.Pickett, F. (n.d.). Presenting the Holy Spirit. Word of Faith Press.The Word in Life Study Bible. (n.d.). New International Version. Zondervan.We'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message. Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus? Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at info@bible-basics.org 📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life 🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at info@bible-basics.org. We would love to hear from you! Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.

    16 min
  4. The Year You Finish: A Simple 15-Minute Guide to Reading the Bible

    12/23/2025

    The Year You Finish: A Simple 15-Minute Guide to Reading the Bible

    We trade guilt for grace and show a simple way to build a Bible-in-a-year rhythm that fits real life. Fifteen minutes, a right-fit plan, and a friend for accountability turn a fragile intention into a steady habit rooted in purpose. • New year expectations versus real-life rhythms • Why plans fail and how to rethink success • Find a clear personal why that endures • Build a 15-minute daily framework that sticks • Four habit keys to remove friction and start • Plan options: straight, mixed, chronological, five-day • Grace for missed days with two recovery paths • Accountability through a simple reading buddy • Shift from completion to connection for lasting change If you thought of someone who's been wanting to further their relationship and connection with God, but don't know where to start, please send this their way RELATED EPISODE: How to Develop a lifelong Bible Reading Habit: The Atomic Habit: Habits Approach BIBLE READING PLANS: MIXED: The One Year Bible, Bible . com (on the web or in the You Version app) Biblica Bible in Year FIVE DAY BIBLE READING PLAN CHRONOLOGICAL:  The Bible Recap (digital, print, Spanish & ASL) HARD COPY BIBLE  ESV: One Year Bible (Amazon) We'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message. Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus? Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at info@bible-basics.org 📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life 🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at info@bible-basics.org. We would love to hear from you! Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.

    16 min
  5. John, Part 3 – Believe and Live

    12/09/2025

    John, Part 3 – Believe and Live

    We trace John’s purpose for writing and follow the arc from signs to the cross and the empty tomb, showing how belief shifts from ideas to personal trust. Stories of Nicodemus, the healed, and Thomas show how curiosity grows into a living faith that begins now. • why John wrote his gospel and what belief means • Nicodemus and the new birth by the Spirit • seven signs pointing to Jesus’ identity and mission • Cana’s joy, distant healing, Bethesda’s restoration • feeding the crowd and walking on water • sight for the man born blind and the echo of creation • Lazarus raised and the choice to trust or turn away • the cross as glory and “It is finished” • the empty tomb, Mary’s encounter, Thomas’ confession • eternal life as knowing God now, not just later • moving from curiosity to conviction in daily life If this series helped you see Jesus more clearly, share it with someone who might need that same clarity RELATED EPISODES John, Part 1 - the Word Who Came Near John, Part 2 - The God Who Says "I Am" RESOURCES Evans, T. (2019). The Tony Evans Bible Commentary. Holman Bible Publishers.Keown, M. J. (2018). Discovering the New Testament: An introduction to its background, theology, and themes: The Gospels & Acts (Vol. 1). Lexham Press.MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (n.d.). The MacArthur Study Bible (NIV). Thomas Nelson.We'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message. Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus? Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at info@bible-basics.org 📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life 🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at info@bible-basics.org. We would love to hear from you! Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.

    19 min
  6. Thank God in Everything — with Olaolu Adewole

    11/25/2025

    Thank God in Everything — with Olaolu Adewole

    We explore thankfulness as a God-centered posture, not a reaction to circumstances, and share habits that help gratitude endure through changing seasons. Ola joins to reflect on faith, marriage, and three practical nuggets for practicing thanksgiving today. • faith as the anchor for gratitude • give thanks in all circumstances explained • why things and feelings cannot hold joy • simple habits to notice daily mercies • writing prayers and naming unseen favor • gratitude as love language in marriage • prioritizing God, spouse, and family • giving over taking as a life principle • urgency to express thanks today Share it with somebody you're grateful for today. And make sure you follow this podcast so you don't miss any of the upcoming episodes. We'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message. Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus? Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at info@bible-basics.org 📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life 🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at info@bible-basics.org. We would love to hear from you! Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.

    34 min
  7. John, Part 2 – The God Who Says “I Am”

    11/11/2025

    John, Part 2 – The God Who Says “I Am”

    We explore the seven “I Am” statements in John to show how Jesus reveals his identity and meets our deepest needs with clarity, care, and power. From hunger to hope, darkness to direction, despair to resurrection, each image invites a personal response. • the divine echo of “I Am” from Exodus • bread of life and the end of restless hunger • light of the world and guidance through confusion • the gate as safety and access to God • the good shepherd who knows and lays down his life • resurrection and the life amid grief and fear • way, truth, and life as a relational path • true vine and the call to abide for lasting fruit • practical reflection on which truth you need now If this episode encouraged you, share with someone who might need that same reminder RELATED EPISODES: John, Part 1 - The Word Who Came Near RESOURCES: Got Questions Ministries. (2002–2013). Got Questions? Bible questions answered. Logos Bible Software. Keown, M. J. (2018). Discovering the New Testament: An introduction to its background, theology, and themes: The Gospels & Acts (Vol. 1). Lexham Press. MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (2013). The MacArthur Study Bible (NIV). Thomas Nelson.We'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message. Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus? Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at info@bible-basics.org 📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life 🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at info@bible-basics.org. We would love to hear from you! Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.

    19 min
  8. John, Part 1 – The Word Who Came Near

    10/28/2025

    John, Part 1 – The Word Who Came Near

    We walk the big picture of John’s Gospel, from the cosmic prologue to breakfast by the sea, to show how Jesus reveals God’s heart up close. Signs, I Am statements, the cross, the Spirit, and restoration form one story that invites belief and brings life. • how John differs from the Synoptics  • who wrote John and why that matters  • the prologue’s claims about the Word  • seven signs that reveal identity and compassion  • seven I Am statements that invite trust  • love that serves in the upper room  • the Holy Spirit as helper and guide  • the cross, the resurrection, and restoration of Peter  • John’s purpose: belief that leads to life If this episode helped you see Jesus a little more clearly, share with someone who might need that reminder too Related Episodes: The Gospel of Matthew Explained: Jesus the KingThe Gospel of Mark: The Fast-Paced Story of JesusA Seat at the Table: Exploring the Gospel of Luke Resources: Barnett, P. (2011). John: The shepherd king (Rev. ed.). Reading the Bible Today Series. Sydney, South NSW: Aquila Press. Benware, P. (n.d.). Survey of the New Testament (Rev. ed.). Burge, G. M. (1995). John. In Evangelical commentary on the Bible (Vol. 3). Baker Reference Library. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House. Galan, B., & Curiel, J. (n.d.). Bible overview (p. 402). [Kindle edition]. Got Questions Ministries. (2002–2013). Got Questions? Bible questions answered. Bellingham, WA: Logos Bible Software. Keown, M. J. (2018). Discovering the New Testament: An introduction to its background, theology, and themes: The Gospels & Acts (Vol. I, pp. 287–289). Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press. Meyer, J. (n.d.). Everyday life Bible. Tyndale House Publishers. (n.d.). Life application study Bible (NKJV). Zondervan. (2011). The Holy Bible: New International Version. Grand Rapids, MI: Author. (John 13:34–35) We'd love to hear from you - Click Here to Text Us a Message. Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus? Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace. 💬 Reach out to Jacqui at info@bible-basics.org 📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life 🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step. Thank you for tuning in! Bible Basics is now streaming in video on Youtube. Please subscribe now! Feel free to contact us at info@bible-basics.org. We would love to hear from you! Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.

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Welcome! The Bible Basics Podcast is designed to make the Bible approachable and accessible for all,  particularly those who are new to the faith or curious about the Bible. Each episode focuses on a specific topic, breaking it down into bite-sized chunks and offering foundational knowledge about the Bible's structure, types, writing, and storyline. The ultimate goal is to increase listeners' comfort level with the Bible and deepen their relationship with God through reading His Word. Click this link to send us a message:https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2180587/open_sms 

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  • Creator
    Jacqueline Williams Adewole
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Bible Basics
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