Beholding Bible Truth

Scott Keffer
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A podcast focused on helping you dig deep into the Bible so you can find greater hope, assurance, and confidence through the shifting sands of life. Join us for our weekly lessons.

  1. 3d ago

    God's Will and Plan For Your Life (2026.11.08)

    In this episode, Scott talks about understanding God's will and His plan for individual lives, using biblical principles to offer guidance and encouragement. He discusses the multifaceted nature of God's will—distinguishing between His sovereign will, dispositional will, and revealed will as seen in Scripture. He also explores how God's general will applies to all Christians, such as loving God, loving others, and seeking sanctification, while also affirming that God has a custom, unique purpose for each person, rooted in their individual gifts, callings, and life experiences. Scott also includes practical steps for discerning and following God's will daily. He talks about surrendering one’s life, seeking personal time with God, meditating on Scripture, seeking godly counsel, and walking by the Spirit. He also covers the concept of God's guidance as a journey, likening it to traveling with a knowledgeable guide rather than relying on static instructions or technological shortcuts. Key Topics Discussed: The challenge and importance of knowing God's will and plan for your lifeDifferences in how individuals approach planning and flexibility regarding God's willGod's sovereign will (decretive/hidden), dispositional will, and revealed will (preceptive/command)God's general will for all Christians: glorifying God, loving others, worship, sanctification, and serviceBiblical examples illustrating custom callings (Jeremiah, Paul) and implications for every believerBarriers and doubts about being usable by God, and biblical responses to these doubtsPractical daily practices: surrender, personal time with God, engagement with scripture, and seeking godly counselThe importance of the Holy Spirit’s guidance and walking by the SpiritDistinguishing between biblical principles and promisesEncouragement to articulate and revisit one’s personal purpose Download the Insight Sheets Here: Blank Insight Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ez7FoNpfgX4ZljBk_nIscKcYUCmVmi32/view?usp=sharing Insight Sheet With Answers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zVt737smxcOzRIf5Zx4CU2k-mUSc_YTR/view?usp=sharing

  2. Nov 4

    Romans Review 15-16 #56(2026.11.01)

    Scott continues his review of Romans, focusing on chapters 15 and 16, highlighting key themes such as the example of Christ, unity among believers, and the hope found in God. He discusses how spiritual maturity and strength should lead to serving others and building them up, not using freedom for self-pleasure. Scott talks about Christ bearing reproach and serving others, demonstrating the ultimate example of sacrificial love and humility 03:12. He also talks about the unity of the Jews and Gentiles under the gospel, emphasizing that the promises of God are for all nations. The discussion explores the responsibility of believers to pray for one another, exercise discernment, and guard sound doctrine. Download the Insight Sheets Here: Blank Insight Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KD3BjWnsD6YbMrirLUUNaRqo_g7uu3q6/view?usp=sharing Insight Sheet With Answers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZzMDJxMESzszQrkm8G3ZWO4cPcNhsqif/view?usp=sharing Key Topics Discussed: Christ as example for believersBuilding up others and setting aside libertiesUnity of Jews and Gentiles in the gospelThe purpose and encouragement of scriptureGod as the source of perseverance, hope, and couragePrayer for one another and intercessionService within the Church and identity in ChristGuarding sound doctrine and recognizing core beliefsGod’s sovereignty, faithfulness, and ability to keep believersThe ultimate aim: God’s glory forever

  3. Oct 29

    Romans Review 13-14 (#55.2026.10.25)

    Scott continues the review of Romans, focusing on chapters 13 and 14, offering a plain summary and practical applications for daily life. He discusses the call for Christians to submit to governing authorities, understanding that all authority comes from God, even when human systems are flawed. The discussion explored the tension between the desire for personal freedom and the biblical mandate for submission, emphasizing that true liberty is rooted in love and a healthy fear of God. A key theme that emerged was Christian liberty and how believers should navigate matters not directly addressed by Scripture, such as dietary choices and special days. The discussion highlighted that love and conscience must guide these decisions, and that believers should avoid passing judgment on one another in such matters. Several points were raised, including the need to consider others’ spiritual well-being, the importance of not causing others to stumble, and the reality that each person will answer to God. The conversation closed by stressing that everything should be done in faith and love, reflecting the character of Christ. Download the Insight Sheets Here: Blank Insight Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nPEBDVQrGhtMJqmbJcV-0PfiU6yIzsKl/view?usp=sharing Insight Sheet With Answers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LTf_YGSYviHFpOskBzMhYk3CHM3kX8CZ/view?usp=sharing Key topics discussed: Submission to governing authoritiesThe balance of freedom and submissionGod as the source of authorityPersonal vengeance versus governmental justiceFearing God: awe and reverenceHonoring and praying for leadersThe command to love and fulfill the lawSpiritual vigilance and readinessPutting on the Lord Jesus ChristMaking no provision for the fleshChristian liberty: love and conscienceMatters of conscience (food, days, worship)Judging and accepting fellow believersLiving in community with sensitivityLiberty under the lordship of ChristAnswering to God and eternal rewardsAvoiding stumbling blocks for othersFaith as the foundation for actionEveryday activities as spiritual acts

  4. Oct 22

    Romans Review 12 (#54.2026.10.18)

    Scott shares a personal account of recent medical challenges faced by his wife, Beth, and the clear ways he saw God's providence at work throughout their ordeal. He talks about the series of medical emergencies, including heart complications and hospital stays, and how scripture, prayer, and support from family and the church provided reassurance during a difficult time. Scott reflects on recognizing God’s work in both visible and often unnoticed ways, relating these experiences to the truths found in Romans 12. He then continues the review of Romans, focusing on Romans 12. He covers the transition from doctrine to devotion, discussing the mercies of God as both foundational and daily. Listeners are encouraged to present themselves to God as a living sacrifice, practice personal and corporate worship, and not to be conformed to the patterns of this world but to be transformed by renewing the mind. The practical outworking of these truths is explained in light of grace-powered love, the use of spiritual gifts, and daily trust in God’s providence even through uncertainty. Download the Insight Sheets Here: Blank Insight Sheets: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AbPSM9COuQPzXvR868xzDYdIyJCIM0GZ/view?usp=sharing Insight Sheets With Answers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DlPFy3bttWhAl408rr_90Vh_R_Pb4u2C/view?usp=sharing Key Topics Discussed: Recognizing God’s providence in personal hardshipThe power of scripture and prayer during crisisPractical support of the church communityThe relationship between doctrine and daily living in Romans 12Understanding and receiving God’s foundational and daily merciesPresenting oneself as a living sacrificePersonal and corporate worship as allegiance to GodThe call to renew the mind and resist worldly conformityThe biblical concept of using spiritual gifts for the common goodGrace-powered love toward believers, strangers, and enemiesOvercoming fear and learning to trust God amidst uncertainty

  5. Sep 29

    Romans Review 9-11 (#53.2026.09.27)

    Scott continues the review of Romans, covering chapters 9 to 11, exploring some of the most challenging and debated passages in the book. The discussion centers on the key question: Has Israel’s unbelief nullified God’s promises? Scott explains that while Israel’s rejection of the Messiah is significant, it does not mean the promises of God have failed. Instead, God’s sovereignty, human responsibility, the role of election and mercy, and the distinction between ethnic, true, and corporate Israel are major themes. Scott also offers a visual analogy of the olive tree to illustrate how both Jews and Gentiles are included by faith, not ethnicity. He addresses how Jewish rejection led to Gentile inclusion and how, according to Paul, there will ultimately be a future turning of Israel toward Christ. Scott encourages listeners to recognize God’s unmatched sovereignty, ongoing purposes, and assurance that His promises remain unbroken, both for Israel and for believers today. Download the Insight Sheets Here: Blank Insight Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VDLv2WYAfD_xa9Ha66vjyjo9560RqTXs/view?usp=sharing Insight Sheet With Answers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SFTCvLY8rZ8jRsZlmh_7Cn5Me5FRtwWl/view?usp=sharing Olive Tree Visual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12kVuYqnjaAS9Bycv0IUg13HMKjsZYSTg/view?usp=sharing Key Topics Discusssed: Overview of Romans 9–11 and their context in the letterHas Israel’s unbelief nullified God’s promises?God’s sovereignty, human responsibility, election, and mercyThe olive tree analogy: natural and grafted branchesDifferences between ethnic, true, and corporate IsraelPresent and future roles for Israel in God’s planThe significance of God’s irrevocable promisesEncouragement to pray for and share with Jewish peopleAssurance of God’s faithfulness to all believers

  6. Sep 23

    Romans Review 6-8 (#52 2026.09.20)

    Scott continues his review of Romans, focusing on Chapters 6-8and covering key themes such as justification, sanctification, and the believer’s spiritual identity. He explains how, according to Paul, after being justified by faith (Romans 1–5), believers are now called to live righteously, united with Christ, and freed from sin’s dominion. He emphasizes that baptism represents an internal spiritual reality, union with Christ in his death and resurrection, which leads to a new life and a new identity in Christ. Moving through Romans 7 and 8, Scott discusses the ongoing struggle with sin, the purpose and limitations of the law, and the role of the Holy Spirit. He highlights the assurance that comes from the “no condemnation” promise, the guarantee of adoption as God’s children, and the certainty of God’s love that cannot be broken. Throughout the episode, he stresses dependence on God’s work rather than self-effort, reminding listeners that believers are more than conquerors and secure in God’s everlasting love. Download the Insight Sheets Here: Blank Insight Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RxuS0pr-Zd2MTB4BsJw5Z3Ak50rruh9Z/view?usp=sharing Insight Sheet With Answers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18xxVrzKKuRGcwaDE-nV7dblTd4tn725k/view?usp=sharing The Bible Visual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NYrpY8AmiZjf29EYbc5CEF3FLrFYO9uZ/view?usp=sharing Key Topics Discussed: Purpose of apologetics in the Christian lifeBiblical cross-references as evidence of divine inspirationJustification and living righteously according to RomansUnion with Christ and the significance of baptismPower and limitation of the lawThe internal struggle between the flesh and spiritAdoption and assurance of salvationRole of the Holy Spirit in sanctification and prayerSecurity in God’s love and promisesSuffering, present weakness, and future glory

  7. Sep 17

    Romans Review 1-5 (#51.2026.09.13)

    Scott returns to Romans with a comprehensive review of chapters 1 through 5, emphasizing Paul’s explanation of God’s righteousness, humanity’s universal need for redemption, and believers' profound access to God through Christ. Beginning with illustrations to highlight the unfathomable distance between God’s holiness and humanity, Scott underscores that both the immoral and moral, Gentile and Jew alike, are declared guilty, unable to attain righteousness through their own works or adherence to the law. The foundation is set on the gospel’s movement from bad news (universal condemnation) to the great news of justification and peace with God through faith. He also talks about the themes of grace, faith, and the hope found in Christ, detailing how Abraham and David exemplify justification by faith, not works, reinforcing the consistency of God’s plan across Scripture. The practical implications for believers include standing in grace, utilizing privileged access to God, and living as recipients of an unearned, credited righteousness. Download the Insight Sheets Here: Blank Insight Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_KZAH09M5CiopXrO0OSWLjqWXzljXf32/view?usp=sharing Insight Sheet With Answers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nfsImtR7dCExDGxzSLXdffdC9sSNXf1r/view?usp=sharing Key Topics Discussed: God’s righteousness contrasted with human unrighteousnessUniversal guilt: moral, immoral, Jew, and Gentile alikeThe purpose and limitations of the lawJustification by faith: insights from Abraham and DavidThe concept of credited righteousnessThe metaphor of the sun and God’s unapproachable holinessThe progression from bad news to great news in the gospelAccess to God and standing in graceThe impact of the gospel on identity and daily livingThe hope of sharing in God’s gloryPractical exhortations to take advantage of access to God and to regularly reflect on gospel truths

  8. Sep 10

    Truth_Matters.2022.Perverse World2.2026.09.06

    Scott introduces a session focused on biblical truth and confidence amid the chaos and uncertainty of the world. The discussion explores the idea that what is happening in society, marked by moral confusion and social upheaval, is not random but aligns with biblical descriptions of divine judgment found in Romans 1. Drawing from both scripture and referenced teaching, the episode outlines the progressive signs of judgment, including a sexual revolution, abandonment to unnatural desires, and a reprobate mind, all rooted in a society’s rejection of God. We are also reminded that while the world may seem increasingly distorted and perverse, believers are called to remain as lights in the midst of darkness. The conversation highlights the biblical difference between those who are children of God and those described as children of the devil, and stresses that righteousness, faithfulness, and hope in God's providence must distinguish believers’ lives. Practical encouragement is offered for trusting God’s plan, staying engaged with society rather than withdrawing from it, and remembering that God preserves His own even through difficult times. Download the Insight Sheet Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dDLBMrvKWfDFlxGkO3EhBbIN5q66gIvS/view?usp=sharing Chapters: 00:00 Start 02:02 Has the world gone crazy? God's story ends well for believers 03:12 Eternal fellowship and joy contrasted with current challenges 04:23 God's wrath: judicial, righteous, and true 05:04 Every sin judged—justice explained 07:17 Understanding divine judgment in today’s world 08:06 Identifying signs of God’s judgment from Romans 1 10:23 Wrath of abandonment: God lets nations go their own way 12:16 Stages of judgment: sexual then homosexual revolution 13:50 Homosexual revolution and its societal impact 15:08 God gives over society to a depraved mind 17:17 Judgment results in widespread evil and depravity 18:21 Comfort: God remembers and preserves His people 21:11 The coming eschatological judgment and Christ’s return 24:02 Historical context: the city of Philippi 25:52 Philippi’s transformation and spiritual challenges 27:47 Poverty, persecution, and disunity among early believers 30:36 Philippians—the epistle of joy in a crooked world 34:01 Believers are where God wants them, even amid judgment 36:30 Christians are not called to leave the world

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A podcast focused on helping you dig deep into the Bible so you can find greater hope, assurance, and confidence through the shifting sands of life. Join us for our weekly lessons.

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  • Creator
    Scott Keffer
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    137
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Scott Keffer
  • Show Website
    Beholding Bible Truth