So many are confused when they open the Bible they end up simply putting in the shelf for another day. But when we understand that the Bible is about God's testimony concerning His son we can read it with greater insight. Through reading and studying we will learn what the life of Jesus Christ means to each one of us. "Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and inquired carefully ..." 1 Peter 1:10:12 * Please recommend a Bible that is easier to read and study. * We live under grace not law. Does that mean the Old Testament is not working.? * Don calls to comment about choosing the right Bible.

Why do you read the Bible? What do you hope to gain from your reading? "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16 God is calling us to live out our identity in Jesus Christ allowing his life to be lived out through us. What is a good work? It is a work that flows from abiding in Christ. * Is his name really Jesus? * Was the Garden of Eden like Heaven before sin entered into the world? * How do I respond to those who recognize God but not Jesus? * I am doubting my faith. I know you can't lose faith but can you give me some encouragement on that?

Learn how to study the Bible correctly * What are the 3 key aspects of study? * How to choose what version of the Bible to read? * Explain Proverbs 2:19 * How were you changed from the Seventh Day Adventist? * Romans 1:16-17 Changed a life.* Start with Jesus when talking to someone else * Can a homosexual be saved? Let the Holy Spirit change a persons life.

What would you recommend for a New Covenant Bible study? * I wanted to know your thoughts on Philippians 3:10-11. * Rod asks about the word "perish". Are there two different words for perish? * A caller asks about the requirement that Jews could only travel a short distance for the Sabbath.

Why is there both Lord and LORD in the Old Testament? * Revelation 21:4 says there will be no more tears. Will there be tears in Heaven? * Is there a difference between the five crowns and the rewards we will receive? * Did the Holy Spirit play a role teaching people in the Old Testament? * Simple Gospel, Simply Grace https://simplegospelsimplygrace.com/ * Is there a proper day of worship? * Is James 4:8 for believers or unbelievers?

Ralph Harris joins us today for the broadcast. He shares his story of coming to faith in Christ. "Simply by remain in his love for me all else dropped away. All I wanted to know was his perfect love for me. Years ago, God convinced me in a single moment that He found no fault with me because of what He had done for me, and that He loved me perfectly. That re-set my life on a course to keep discovering why and how He'd done that and why He loved me...perfectly? Yes. Perfectly. There is nobody better--and I love knowing Him more than anything else." http://ralphharris.org

The Bible is a supernatural book and its meaning has to be revealed to you supernaturally. 2 Peter 1:16-21 For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. For when he received honor and glory from God the Father, and the voice was borne to him by the Majestic Glory, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased, ..." This is the story God has told about his son Jesus Christ. * Odell asks where did David send Uriah and what is the modern day city where Samson tore down the temple. * If someone says they will rape can they be forgiven? Can you say anything about rape being in the Bible? * At a difficult time, I had considered God an enemy. Am I eternally condemned to damnation?

In order to understand the Bible we need to understand it's all about Jesus. When we look to the Bible to learn how to earn God's acceptance we miss the grace and mercy poured out upon us. So we need to read it with the understanding of God's grace. And when we study it is only the Holy Spirit that can reveal the true meaning of the Word of God. * Gary from Michigan asks about current church teaching as compared to what the Apostles taught. * Did the 7th day, the Sabbath, become holy because of God's presence?

We read Paul's condemnation of the Old Covenant in 2 Corinthians. Does the law have a role? Yes. It shows us our need for Jesus Christ. In 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 we read, "Since we have such a hope, we are very bold, not like Moses, who would put a veil over his face so that the Israelites might not gaze at the outcome of what was being brought to an end. ... And we all, with unveiled face ... are being transformed into the same image" * Peggy asks how will we be remembered in Heaven. * Jim is looking for study materials for a grace based Bible study. * A caller wonders if Jesus' household might have had a copy of the Bible.

I know many of us make resolutions as the new year begins. And one of those is reading the Bible. But so many don't know how to read the Bible. They miss the point of the Bible. So what is the point of this book? Luke 24:7 "And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning himself." * A caller asks what the mark of the beast will look like. * Tony asks how to respond to someone calling him hypocritical for not go to the first church he passes. * My question is: as a believer, when I pray, do I only pray to our Father or do I pray to Jesus? Do I pray to the Father, in Jesus's name?