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This isn’t feel-good Christianity. This is the Word. HBC Podcast (The Heart of Biblical Christianity) is a verse-by-verse breakdown of the Bible, hosted by Blake and Drew who are committed to truth over feelings and Scripture over opinion. We wrestle with hard passages, challenge assumptions, and let the Bible speak for itself. Come ready to think, learn, and be sharpened.

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 31 Romans 7:1-6

    In this episode, Blake and Drew continue their verse-by-verse study through the book of Romans, focusing on Romans 7:1–6. Paul uses the illustration of marriage and the law to explain an important truth about the believer’s relationship to the law through Christ. Blake and Drew unpack what Paul means when he says that believers have “become dead to the law by the body of Christ” and have been joined to Christ so that they might bring forth fruit unto God. The discussion explores the difference between serving in the “oldness of the letter” and serving in the “newness of spirit.” This passage builds on the truths of Romans 6 and helps explain the believer’s freedom from the law’s former dominion, while emphasizing a new life devoted to Christ and producing fruit for God.

  2. Sep 29

    Episode 30 Romans 6:20-23

    In this episode, Blake and Drew continue their verse-by-verse study through the book of Romans, focusing on Romans 6:20–23. Paul contrasts the life of slavery to sin with the freedom that comes from becoming servants of God. Blake and Drew unpack Paul’s question about the fruit produced by a life of sin and the contrast between the outcome of that life and the holiness that comes from serving God. The discussion leads to one of the most familiar verses in Romans: “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” This episode brings Romans 6 to a powerful conclusion, emphasizing the consequences of sin, the fruit of righteousness, and the incredible gift of eternal life found in Jesus Christ. 📖 Scripture Focus: Romans 6:20–23🎙️ Format: Verse-by-verse Bible study🙏 Topics: Sin, freedom, holiness, righteousness, eternal life, the wages of sin, and God’s gift through Jesus Christ

  3. Sep 22

    Episode 29 Romans 6:16-19

    In this episode, Blake and Drew continue their verse-by-verse study through the book of Romans, focusing on Romans 6:17–19. Paul gives thanks that the Roman believers, though once enslaved to sin, had become obedient from the heart to the teaching they had received. Blake and Drew unpack what it means to be set free from sin and become servants of righteousness. The discussion looks at the connection between obedience, the heart, and the way believers choose to live after being transformed by the gospel. Paul uses the language of slavery to help explain the contrast between our former life in sin and our new life devoted to righteousness. This passage challenges believers to consider what they are presenting themselves to and whether their lives reflect the freedom they have received in Christ.

  4. Sep 15

    Episode 28 Romans 6:12-16

    In this episode, Blake and Drew continue their verse-by-verse study through the book of Romans, focusing on Romans 6:12–16. Paul challenges believers to recognize that sin no longer has to rule over them and calls them to live differently because of their new life in Christ. Blake and Drew unpack Paul’s command not to let sin reign in our mortal bodies, but instead to present ourselves to God as instruments of righteousness. The discussion also explores the powerful statement that believers are not under the law, but under grace—and why grace is never a reason to continue in sin. Paul presents a choice of masters: sin leading to death or obedience leading to righteousness. This episode examines what it truly means to surrender our lives to God and live as people who have been set free from sin.

  5. Sep 8

    Episode 27 Romans 6:6-11

    In this episode, Blake and Drew continue their verse-by-verse study through the book of Romans, focusing on Romans 6:6–11. Paul continues explaining what it means for the believer to be united with Christ in His death and resurrection. Blake and Drew unpack what Paul means when he says that our “old man” is crucified with Christ, that we are no longer slaves to sin, and that we should consider ourselves dead to sin but alive unto God through Jesus Christ. The discussion explores the believer’s new identity in Christ, freedom from the dominion of sin, and the importance of changing the way we view ourselves and live because of what Christ has accomplished.

  6. Sep 1

    Episode 26 Romans 6:3-5 Baptism part 2

    In this episode, Blake and Drew continue their discussion of Romans 6:3–5 with Bro. Jordan, taking a deeper look at what the Bible teaches about baptism. Together, they carefully examine these verses and address several passages that are often used to support beliefs about baptism that may not line up with the context of Scripture. The conversation breaks down what Paul means by being baptized into Christ, being buried with Him, and walking in the newness of life. Blake, Drew, and Bro. Jordan compare Scripture with Scripture, examining the context and meaning behind commonly referenced passages rather than simply accepting popular interpretations. This episode challenges listeners to open their Bibles, study the context, and allow Scripture to speak for itself when it comes to baptism, salvation, faith, and obedience.

  7. Aug 25

    Episode 25 Romans 6:3-5

    In this episode, Blake and Drew continue their verse-by-verse study through the book of Romans, focusing on Romans 6:3–5. They are joined by Bro. Jordan for a deeper conversation about Paul’s teaching on baptism and what it means to be united with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection. Together, they break down the connection between the physical act of baptism and the spiritual reality it represents. The discussion explores what Scripture teaches about being “baptized into Christ,” being buried with Him, and walking in the newness of life. Blake, Drew, and Bro. Jordan take a closer look at the significance of baptism—not simply as an outward act, but as a picture of the believer’s spiritual identification with Christ and His resurrection. 📖 Scripture Focus: Romans 6:3–5🎙️ Format: Verse-by-verse Bible study with guest Bro. Jordan🙏 Topics: Baptism, spiritual vs. physical baptism, death to sin, burial with Christ, resurrection, and newness of life

  8. Aug 11

    Episode 24 Romans 6:1-2

    In this episode, Blake and Drew continue their verse-by-verse study through the book of Romans, focusing on Romans 6:1–2. Following Paul’s powerful teaching about God’s grace in Romans 5, Paul addresses an important question: Should we continue in sin so that grace may increase? Blake and Drew unpack Paul’s emphatic answer—“God forbid.” The discussion explores what it means to have died to sin and why God’s grace is never an excuse to continue living in sin. This short but powerful passage begins a deeper look at the transformation that takes place in the life of a believer through Christ.

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This isn’t feel-good Christianity. This is the Word. HBC Podcast (The Heart of Biblical Christianity) is a verse-by-verse breakdown of the Bible, hosted by Blake and Drew who are committed to truth over feelings and Scripture over opinion. We wrestle with hard passages, challenge assumptions, and let the Bible speak for itself. Come ready to think, learn, and be sharpened.

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  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    33
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