Following Jesus

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

  1. 6D AGO

    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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. APR 30

    If Baptism Saves, How Do You Explain This Bible Story?

    If baptism saves, then how can you explain this Bible story? Today, I’ll show you what I think is the #1 example that proves that baptism is not required for salvation. And no, it is not the story of the thief on the cross. Related Videos: Is Baptism Required for Salvation? — https://youtu.be/2xPTVTw3UJM Is “Once Saved, Always Saved” Biblical? — https://youtu.be/jdUhGU_FSzM 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 1:15 Does the thief on the cross actually disprove baptismal regeneration? 3:13 The story of Cornelius 6:36 Baptism of desire: why I don’t believe in it, and why it doesn’t explain Cornelius 8:55 What the story of Cornelius proves about baptism 9:46 What about Mark 16:16, 1 Peter 3:21, and Acts 2:38? Bible passages in this video: Acts 11:13-14, Acts 10:44-48, Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1:13, Mark 16:16, 1 Peter 3:21, Acts 2:38 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

    11 min

  5. APR 27

    Jesus: The Way, the Truth and the Life — John 14:1-14

    Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and there is no salvation outside of Him. And in today’s Bible study, we’re looking at John 14, which includes the most exclusive claim that Jesus ever makes, and why Christianity is the only true religion. And then at the end, I’ll give you 5 practical takeaways from this passage that you can start applying to your life right now. Related Videos: Why Christianity Is the Only True Religion — https://youtu.be/SEjY4Z09UA0 Judas Iscariot: The Disciple Who Betrayed Jesus — https://youtu.be/BLY04Q2utw0 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 3:03 An encouragement for the future 5:45 The mansions Jesus is preparing for us 9:49 An exclusive claim about Jesus—he is the only way to God and Heaven 13:51 Why universalism and pluralism are illogical 17:12 An explanation about God 19:55 An expectation for believers 21:37 Doing greater works than Jesus 24:30 If you ask anything in Jesus’ name, He’ll do it. 27:43 Practical takeaways from this passage Bible passages in this video: John 14:1-14, Isaiah 26:3, John 14:23, Matthew 7:13-14, Acts 4:12, 1 Timothy 2:5, John 1:18, Colossians 1:15, Acts 1:8 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

    30 min

  6. APR 23

    When Positivity Replaces the Gospel: The Many Problems of Joel Osteen

    Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen recently went on Logan Paul’s Impaulsive Podcast. And sadly, I believe this was one of the biggest missed opportunities that a pastor has ever had. So today, I’ll be explaining what went wrong, what I wish he’d said, and why I believe that Joel Osteen is actually leading people to hell. Related Videos: Bryce Crawford’s Kenneth Copeland Interview Was a DISASTER… — https://youtu.be/UMV-aWzJM2k This Pentecostal Pastor Just Called Me Out… — https://youtu.be/RT7u0U2uo5A 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 and context 1:00 He minimizes our sin problem and fails to talk about our need to repent.5:39 He leads people to recite misleading, self-serving, and incomplete affirmations.9:23 He declines to speak truthfully and biblically about hell.14:19 He writes his sermons from the wrong source of inspiration.17:20 He misses his chance to share the gospel.22:18 How God has used him in a positive way, and what my hope for him is Bible passages in this video: Romans 2:4, Galatians 6:3, John 3:18, Matthew 7:21-23, Mark 16:15, 2 Timothy 4:2, 2 Corinthians 4:5, James 1:26-27, Genesis 50:20 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

    25 min

  7. APR 20

    Judas Iscariot: The Disciple Who Betrayed Jesus — John 13:18-38

    In today’s Bible study, we’re looking at Judas Iscariot, the disciple who betrayed Jesus. Even though none of the other disciples suspected Judas of being a fraud, Jesus knew it the entire time. And unfortunately, Judas represents a lot of supposed Christians. So in this episode, we’ll see Jesus call out this deceiver, His command to the disciples to love like He does, and how every disciple vowed not to forsake Jesus, even though they all did. Related Videos: Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet — https://youtu.be/f3Zz-f-nq5g Achan’s Secret Sin and Ai’s Shocking Win  — https://youtu.be/NvjsgqxZFQ8 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 and context 1:47 The story of a fake doctor: Malachi Love-Robinson4:31 The calling out of Judas: “One of you shall betray me.”5:32 The disciples were warned.7:37 The disciples were reminded.9:26 The disciples were oblivious.14:51 The truth about Judas’s salvation19:23 God takes what is evil and turns it into good.21:48 The command to the disciples: “Love one another; as I have loved you.”24:34 The conversation with Peter: “The c**k shall not crow, till thou hast denied me thrice.”25:24 If all the disciples could wrong Jesus so badly, we can too. 27:30 Summary and practical takeaways Bible passages in this video: John 13:18-38, Psalm 41:9, John 8:24, John 8:58, Matthew 26:21-22, Matthew 26:14-15, Matthew 26:25, Genesis 50:20, Leviticus 19:18, John 15:9, John 15:12, 1 John 3:16, Mark 14:50, Matthew 26:34-35, 1 Corinthians 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

    30 min

  8. APR 16

    10 Bible Verses That Disprove Mormonism

    Mormonism is a cult, and the Latter-day Saints are not Christians. And today, I’m going to show you 10 Bible verses that prove it. These passages contradict LDS doctrines such as henotheism, baptismal regeneration, the Great Apostasy, and much more. Related Videos: Why Mormonism Is a Cult — https://youtu.be/DCgBWAGE7vY  What the Jehovah's Witnesses Get Wrong About Jesus' Resurrection — https://youtu.be/t8ZuWk8c6CM 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 0:38 Verse 1 3:05 Verses 2-4 5:01 Verses 5-6 7:33 Verse 7 8:23 Verse 8 10:51 Verse 9 12:15 Verse 10 14:55 My message to Mormons Bible passages in this video: Matthew 16:18, Isaiah 43:10, Isaiah 44:6, Isaiah 45:5, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 4:5, Titus 3:5, Romans 11:6, Deuteronomy 18:22, Matthew 7:15, Galatians 1:8, Genesis 1:1, Malachi 3:6, John 1:1, John 4:24, Colossians 1:15-17, Hebrews 13:8 All verses are in the King James Version (KJV), unless otherwise stated. Mormon scriptures in this video: Joseph Smith—History 1:19, Articles of Faith 1:3, 2 Nephi 9:23-24, 2 Nephi 25:23, Doctrine and Covenants 84:4, Doctrine and Covenants 84:114, Doctrine and Covenants 87:2  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

    16 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
    139
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © David Cipriano
  • Show Website
    Following Jesus