Following Jesus

David Cipriano
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A weekly podcast helping people follow Jesus and study the Bible.

  1. 3d ago

    Did Jesus Really Condemn LGBTQ+ People? Responding to Rev. Caleb J. Lines

    Did Jesus ever actually speak out against homosexuality, transgenderism, or any other of the LGBTQ issues? Well, according to this United Church of Christ pastor, the answer is no. But as a Bible-believing Christian, I’m going to show you how this is a bad argument for progressivism, and why it’s not even true to begin with. Related videos: Does the Bible Actually Condemn Homosexuality? — https://youtu.be/_vfcoos0HHc Does American Christianity Overemphasize the Bible? Responding to Brandan Robertson — https://youtu.be/Hi1PRVPXd5A Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidciprianoFollow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro 1:39 Is it true that Jesus never said anything about homosexuality? 4:36 Why “Jesus never said anything about it” is a bad argument 8:37 Does God love you and affirm you as you are? Bible passages in this video: Matthew 15:18-20, Leviticus 18:22, Leviticus 20:13, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, John 21:25, Matthew 19:12, Matthew 19:4-5, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 64:6, John 3:16, 1 John 4:8, 1 John 4:19 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555

    11 min

  2. 6d ago

    The Prayer of Jesus — John 17

    In John 17, we see the longest recorded prayer of Jesus. And as we look at Jesus’ prayer, we get a look into His heart. And we see His desire for the glory of the Father, what it really means to have eternal life, what Jesus wanted for His disciples, and how Jesus wants all His believers to have unity. So in today’s Bible study, we’ll look at the 3 main sections of Jesus’ prayer, and then at the end, I’ll give you 5 practical takeaways. Related videos: The Departure of Christ and the Arrival of the Comforter — https://youtu.be/DUL15rOHZ5Y Entire Gospel of John Playlist — https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOLL2KPAeNZqTRmJG8AGsiy5d25uDCiH8 Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidciprianoFollow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro 3:02 Jesus’ prayer for Himself 5:33 That He would be glorified 9:15 Does John 17:3 disprove the Trinity? 10:38 That He would glorify the Father 13:51 Jesus’ prayer for His disciples 17:14 That they would be kept 19:46 That they would be sanctified 22:40 Jesus’ prayer for all believers—that we would be one 29:13 That we would be a testimony to the world 32:39 Summary and practical takeaways  Bible passages in this video: John 17:1-26, Matthew 7:21-23, Isaiah 43:7, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Revelation 4:11, Revelation 7:9-10 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555

    34 min

  3. May 25

    The Departure of Christ and the Arrival of the Comforter — John 16:5-33

    In John 16, Jesus told the disciples about His departure. Not just the 3 days He’d be gone after His crucifixion, but His departure in ascending back to Heaven after the resurrection. And even though His leaving them would be heartbreaking, it would actually be expedient—because Jesus would send the Holy Spirit. So in today’s Bible study, we’ll see three key details about the departure of Jesus, and then at the end, I’ll give you five practical takeaways from this chapter. Related videos: The Peace the World Can’t Give — https://youtu.be/w6_9Uf_vKfc Entire Gospel of John Playlist — https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOLL2KPAeNZqTRmJG8AGsiy5d25uDCiH8 Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics.
Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidcipriano
Follow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro 2:37 Jesus’ departure would be expedient.
 7:55 The Holy Spirit would reprove the world.
 11:44 The Holy Spirit would guide them into all truth. 16:47 Jesus’ departure was confusing. 19:12 Jesus’ departure came with encouragement.
 20:11 Their sorrow would be temporary.
 22:40 Their prayers would be answered.
 25:17 Their faith would be tested. 30:22 Summary and practical takeaways Bible passages in this video: John 16:5-15, John 14:16, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 4:30, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Jeremiah 17:9, John 16:16-18, John 16:19-22, Psalm 30:5, John 16:23-28, John 16:29-32, Psalm 23:4, Psalm 27:10, Psalm 142:4-5, Philippians 4:4, John 16:33, Romans 8:37 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!
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    32 min

  4. May 21

    Overcoming Objections to the Trinity

    The Trinity is one of the essential doctrines of Christianity. And yet it’s also one of the most confusing and misunderstood concepts that there is. And because of that, a lot of people reject this belief. So in today’s video, I’m going to respond to some of the most common objections to the Trinity, showing you that the Trinity is logical, biblical, and true. Related videos: The Trinity, the Deity of Jesus, and the Incarnation, Explained — https://youtu.be/JAPsBtOiapg The Deity of Jesus Explained — https://youtu.be/lbuc0WVoVro Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidciprianoFollow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro and definition of the Trinity 1:33 Objection #1: The Bible says that there is only one God. 2:37 Objection #2: There is no Bible verse that teaches the Trinity. 5:42 Objection #3: The word “Trinity” is not in the Bible. 7:49 Objection #4: Jesus never said, “I am God.” 10:48 Objection #5: Jesus prayed to God, so He must not be God. 11:51 Objection #6: The Trinity is illogical. 14:28 Objection #7: The Trinity was invented by Catholics. 16:34 Objection #8: The Trinity was borrowed from paganism. Bible passages in this video: Isaiah 43:10, Nehemiah 9:6, 1 Timothy 2:5, John 17:3, Genesis 1:26-27, John 1:1, Leviticus 18:22, Jeremiah 23:24, 1 John 3:20, John 5:17-18, John 10:28-33, Colossians 2:9, Hebrews 1:8, 1 John 3:16 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555

    19 min

  5. May 18

    Preparing for Persecution — John 15:18-16:4

    In John 15, Jesus is preparing His disciples for life without Him once He departs. And He gives them some warnings and encouragements about persecution. Because if you’re going to be a committed disciple, then opposition is inevitable. So in today’s Bible study, we’ll see why the world hates Christians along with some comforting words from Jesus. And then at the end, I’ll give you 5 practical takeaways. Related videos: What It Takes to Be a Committed Follower of Christ — https://youtu.be/uouHHVUse_0 The Wildly Different Responses to Jesus — https://youtu.be/Z1jHSQ32aek Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidciprianoFollow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro 1:41 What persecution is, and how it’s experienced 5:32 Jesus’ warning about persecution 6:01 The world hates Christians because they hate Christ. 10:50 The world hates Christians because we are not of the world. 14:03 The world hates Christians because they don’t know God. 18:33 Jesus’ encouragement for persecution—they would receive the Holy Spirit. 21:26 They would remember Jesus’ words. 25:09 Summary and practical takeaways Bible passages in this video: John 15:18-27, John 7:7, 1 Samuel 8:7, 2 Timothy 3:12, Romans 12:2, 1 John 4:7-8, Matthew 5:44, 1 John 4:4, John 16:1-4, Matthew 5:10-12 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555

    28 min

  6. May 11

    Abiding in Christ — John 15:1-17

    Jesus is the vine, and we are the branches. And in order to bear fruit, we must stay connected to the vine. Because we cannot live out God’s purpose for our lives if we don’t. And in today’s Bible study, we’re looking at John 15, where Jesus gives 2 essential instructions: to abide in Him, and to continue in His love. Related videos: The Peace the World Can’t Give — https://youtu.be/w6_9Uf_vKfc Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet — https://youtu.be/f3Zz-f-nq5g Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidciprianoFollow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro 2:39 Command #1—To abide in him4:01 Jesus is the vine, and we are the branches.7:13 The fruit that Christians are supposed to bear9:48 The fruitless branches are taken away.11:37 Does this mean you can lose your salvation?14:18 The fruitful branches are purged (pruned).17:57 Command #2—To continue in his love18:53 Jesus’ love for his disciples23:41 Jesus’ command for his disciples29:13 Summary and practical takeaways Bible passages in this video: John 15:1-17, Jeremiah 2:21, Ezekiel 15:6, Hosea 10:1, Galatians 5:22-23, John 5:24, James 1:2-3, John 14:15, John 14:21, John 14:23-24, 1 Corinthians 13:13 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555

    31 min

  7. May 7

    One Year of Pope Leo XIV: It’s Been a Disaster...

    Tomorrow is the one year anniversary of Pope Leo XIV becoming the pope. And to put it bluntly, it’s been a disaster. So today, I’ll show you 4 major problems from Leo over the last year, and why he has not been a good vicar of Christ. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidciprianoFollow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro 0:51 Pope Leo XIV has been weak on LGBTQ issues. 6:17 Pope Leo XIV has been compromised towards Islam. 11:49 Pope Leo XIV has condemned the death penalty, contradicting God and the Bible. 15:41 Pope Leo XIV has promoted a pacifist agenda. Bible passages in this video: Matthew 10:33-34, Genesis 9:6, Numbers 35:31, Romans 13:3-4, Isaiah 1:15, Luke 22:36 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555

    19 min

  8. May 4

    The Peace the World Can’t Give — John 14:15-31

    Jesus gives a peace that is unlike what the world can give us. The world tries to offer peace through temporary things that can’t truly satisfy, like drugs, alcohol, sex, and financial stability. But none of those can truly satisfy us long term, the way Jesus can. And in today’s Bible study, we’re looking at John 14 to see Jesus’ words of comfort to His troubled disciples. Related Videos: Jesus: The Way, the Truth and the Life — https://youtu.be/PSCVVkDzjh8 The Trinity, the Deity of Jesus, and the Incarnation, Explained — https://youtu.be/JAPsBtOiapg Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics. Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidcipriano Follow me on X: @itsdavidcip 0:00 Intro 1:39 In a time of trouble, Jesus spoke words of comfort to his disciples. 3:50 The promise of the Holy Spirit 8:08 The proof of your love 13:00 Jesus’ humility and submission to God the Father 14:22 The peace that Jesus gives 15:20 What does the Holy Spirit do in a believer’s life? 18:47 Ryan Trahan’s testimony of coming to Christ 21:47 How the Father is greater than Jesus—“my Father is greater than I.” 25:40 Summary and practical takeaways Bible passages in this video: John 14:15-31, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Romans 8:9, John 16:7, Philippians 2:6-8, Titus 3:5, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Ephesians 5:18, Ephesians 1:13-14, Romans 8:16, John 14:16, John 14:26, 1 Corinthians 2:12-14, John 16:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 15:16, John 5:18, John 10:30, Colossians 2:9, John 6:38 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV). I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link! https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555

    28 min
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A weekly podcast helping people follow Jesus and study the Bible.

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  • Creator
    David Cipriano
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    144
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © David Cipriano
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    Following Jesus