Bible In Order Podcast

David Doty
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Chronologically studying the Bible until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God  (Ephesians 4:13)

  1. 2d ago

    Does God Want You to Be Rich? | 1 Timothy 6 Explained

    Send us Fan Mail Does following Jesus promise financial success? In 1 Timothy 6, Paul warns about teachers who treat godliness as a means of gain—and points us toward something far more valuable: godliness with contentment. How can we recognize teaching that feeds our desire for wealth instead of helping us pursue the truth? This chapter challenges us to examine what we are seeking, where we place our hope, and whether our priorities reflect eternity. In this study of 1 Timothy 6 explained, we explore Paul's instructions about honoring others, recognizing false teachers, resisting the love of money, and fighting the good fight of faith. We also look at his charge to those who are already wealthy: put your hope in God, be generous, and be rich in good works. In this episode: - Paul's instructions to slaves and those with believing masters. - Why teaching that treats godliness as a means of financial gain is dangerous. - The difference between pursuing riches and practicing contentment. - How the love of money can draw people away from the faith. - Pursuing righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, and gentleness. - What it means to fight the good fight and take hold of eternal life. - Using what God has provided to be generous toward others. We brought nothing into this world, and we cannot take anything out of it. What would change if that truth shaped the way we live today? Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658 Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support Support the show

  2. 3d ago

    What If Your Help Is Making Things Worse? | 1 Timothy 5 Explained

    Send us Fan Mail Can helping someone financially ever contribute to the very problems we want to solve? In 1 Timothy 5, Paul calls believers to care for one another like family—and gives Timothy specific instructions about supporting widows, honoring elders, and exercising discernment. What would it look like if believers were so unified and compassionate that everyone’s needs were met? That kind of care also requires wisdom. Paul addresses family responsibility, the qualifications for enrolling widows, and the danger of support that encourages idleness instead of faithfulness. In this study of 1 Timothy 5 explained, we walk through Paul’s instructions for life within the local body of believers. We also examine what it means to give elders double honor, handle accusations carefully, confront unrepentant sin, and avoid rushing people into leadership. In this episode: - Treating older and younger believers as family. - Caring for widows who are truly alone and in need. - Why children and grandchildren should care for their own household. - The age and character qualifications Paul gives for enrolling widows. - Bringing wisdom and discernment into financial support. - Honoring those who labor in preaching and teaching. - Handling accusations, correction, and leadership without partiality. May we apply these truths to our relationships and care for one another in ways that honor the Lord. Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658 Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support   Support the show

  3. 4d ago

    These Religious Rules Aren’t From God (1 Timothy 4 Explained)

    Send us Fan Mail What are the “teachings of demons” Paul warns about in 1 Timothy 4? Before we search for a hidden meaning or a future prediction, we need to keep reading. Paul names specific teachings—and challenges us to examine what we have been taught in light of Scripture. In this study of 1 Timothy 4 explained, we explore Paul’s warning about departing from the faith, forbidding marriage, and requiring believers to abstain from foods God created to be received with thanksgiving. We also consider how a conscience becomes seared and why we must remain willing to receive correction from the Word of God. The chapter then moves from recognizing false teaching to training ourselves for godliness. Spiritual growth takes intention. Paul calls Timothy to devote himself to Scripture, encouragement, and teaching—and not to neglect the spiritual gift he has received. In this episode: - Reading Paul’s warning about the last times in context. - What Paul identifies as teachings of demons. - How resisting truth can harden the conscience. - Marriage, food, and receiving God’s gifts with thanksgiving. - Why religious restrictions cannot add to the finished work of Jesus. - Training for godliness and setting our hope on the living God. - “The Savior of all, especially of those who believe.” - Public reading of Scripture, spiritual gifts, and testing prophecy. Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658 Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support   Support the show

  4. 5d ago

    I Read 1 Timothy 3 Without Church Tradition (1 Timothy 3 Explained)

    Send us Fan Mail What does the Bible actually teach about church leadership, overseers, deacons, and the structure of the Ecclesia? In 1 Timothy 3, Paul lays out important character qualifications for those who desire to oversee and serve others. But some of the language we commonly associate with this chapter—including ideas about offices, bishops, deacons, and leadership structures—can be influenced by church tradition and the way certain words have been translated. In this study, we examine 1 Timothy 3 and consider what Paul was communicating about overseers, servants, character, humility, and the household of God. We also explore the phrase “husband of one wife,” the meaning of overseer and deacon, the difficult wording surrounding women or wives in verse 11, and why humility is essential when Christians disagree about church structure. The bigger issue is not proving that we have every detail figured out. It is allowing Scripture to challenge our assumptions while remembering that none of us have it all figured out. In this study: - What “overseer” means in 1 Timothy 3 - Why some translations include the word “office” - The character qualifications Paul gives for leadership - What “husband of one wife” means - The biblical meaning of “deacon” - The difficult translation question in 1 Timothy 3:11 - Church tradition versus first-century Ecclesia - Why humility and unity matter when interpreting Scripture - What it means to be the household of God and a pillar and buttress of the truth Want to continue studying Scripture and growing together in Christian community? Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658 Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support   Support the show

  5. 6d ago

    Pray for Leaders You Can’t Stand? | 1 Timothy 2 Explained

    Send us Fan Mail Should Christians pray for political leaders they strongly disagree with? In 1 Timothy 2, Paul urges believers to pray for “kings and all who are in high positions” so that we may lead peaceful, quiet, godly, and dignified lives. But 1 Timothy 2 goes beyond prayer for leaders. Paul addresses prayer without anger or quarreling, modesty and good works, submission, authority, the relationship between men and women, and God’s created order. These are subjects that can quickly become controversial, but they deserve to be examined carefully in the context of Scripture. In this chronological study through the New Testament, we walk through 1 Timothy chapter 2 and consider what Paul’s teaching means for Christians today. In this episode: - Why Christians should pray for political leaders—even leaders they dislike - Why we should pray for leaders to come to a knowledge of the truth - How praying for other believers changes anger and disagreement - What it means to lift holy hands in prayer - Why good works matter more than outward appearance - What Paul means by submission - Why human spiritual leaders should not be placed on pedestals - Paul’s teaching about men, women, and the created order - The call to continue in faith, love, holiness, and self-control The goal is not merely to understand a difficult chapter, but to seek understanding that comes from God and to live faithfully according to what He has called us to do. Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658 Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support   #1Timothy2 #BibleStudy #BibleInOrder #BibleTeaching #NewTestament #ScriptureExplained #ChristianTeaching #Prayer #BiblicalTruth #ChronologicalBible Support the show

  6. Oct 2

    Can a Christian Shipwreck Their Faith? | 1 Timothy 1 Explained

    Send us Fan Mail What does biblical leadership actually look like—and what happens when leaders abandon faith and a good conscience? In 1 Timothy 1, Paul charges Timothy to confront false doctrine, reject empty speculation, and pursue the kind of leadership that flows from a pure heart, a good conscience, and sincere faith. The chapter also raises a sobering question: what does Paul mean when he says some people have “shipwrecked” their faith? In this chronological New Testament study, we walk through 1 Timothy 1 and examine Paul’s instructions concerning biblical authority, false teachers, the purpose of the law, repentance, mercy, spiritual warfare, and faithful Christian leadership. We also look at Paul’s own testimony. He describes himself as a former blasphemer, persecutor, and insolent opponent who received mercy. Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners—and Paul’s story reminds us that the goal is not condemnation, but repentance and reconciliation. But here’s where the chapter becomes especially challenging: Paul says that some rejected faith and a good conscience and made a shipwreck of their faith. What does that mean? Could those who shipwrecked their faith return? Join the Bible In Order community on Skool to continue studying Scripture and discussing these questions with other believers: Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658 Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support   Support the show

  7. Oct 1

    “Charge It to Me” — The Gospel Hidden in Philemon

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when Christians slow down enough to really meditate on Scripture rather than simply reading it to check a box? The short letter to Philemon gives us a remarkable picture of Christian fellowship, reconciliation, humility, leadership, and transformation. Paul describes believers as family, fellow workers, and fellow soldiers—and then demonstrates what those relationships look like when something has gone seriously wrong. Onesimus had become Paul’s “son” in the faith, and Paul sends him back to Philemon with an extraordinary appeal: receive him no longer merely as a bondservant, but as a beloved brother. If Onesimus owes anything, Paul says, “charge that to my account.” That gives us a powerful picture of reconciliation—and even echoes what Christ has done for us. In this study of Philemon explained, we explore: - Why Christianity was never meant to be lived alone - What it means to be a fellow worker, fellow soldier, brother, or sister in Christ - Whether other believers are refreshed by our presence - Paul’s prayer that faith would become effective - The transformation of Onesimus from “useless” to “useful” - Paul’s remarkable approach to authority and Christian leadership - Reconciliation, forgiveness, and accepting responsibility - What it looks like to do what is right and trust God with the outcome Philemon challenges us to ask a deeply personal question: When other believers think about us, does our faith and love cause them to thank God? Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658 Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support Support the show

  8. Sep 30

    Why Is Praying So Difficult for Believers? Colossians 4 Explained

    Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to “continue steadfastly in prayer”? And why can prayer sometimes feel difficult, dry, or ineffective? In Colossians 4, Paul gives us a picture of prayer that goes far beyond simply bringing God a list of requests. Prayer involves persistence, watchfulness, thanksgiving, and learning to listen as we interact with our Father in heaven. Paul’s own prayer request is striking: while imprisoned, he doesn’t ask primarily for freedom. He asks that God would open a door for the gospel. In this chronological New Testament study, we explore Colossians 4 and what it teaches about prayer, approaching God because of the righteousness of Jesus rather than our own, laying down our wishes before Him, and seeking His desires. We also look at Paul’s instructions about walking in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of our time, and allowing our speech to be gracious and seasoned with salt. What could happen if we stopped treating prayer as simply talking to God and began paying attention to what He is saying? Join the Skool community: https://www.skool.com/estero-ekklesia-1658 Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394920/support Support the show

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Chronologically studying the Bible until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God  (Ephesians 4:13)

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    David Doty
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    2024 - 2026
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