Consider This

This week on *Consider This*, Justin Ebert is joined by Jim Johnson and Morgan Weece to discuss 2 Samuel 1–15 and 1 Corinthians 1–8. The conversation explores some of the most important and challenging moments in David’s story, including the death of Uzzah, David’s zeal before the Lord, the significance of the Davidic covenant, and the devastating sin of David and Bathsheba. Along the way, they reflect on what these passages reveal about the holiness of God, the danger of sin, the weight of its consequences, and the shape of true repentance. Then they turn to 1 Corinthians and consider Paul’s emphasis on Christ crucified, the wisdom that comes from the Spirit, the calling and responsibility of church leaders, the seriousness of church discipline, the meaning of sexual holiness, and the practical challenges of marriage, singleness, and Christian freedom. The episode closes by considering how believers today can pursue faithfulness, wisdom, and love in the life of the church.

Hello, and welcome to another episode of Consider This. My name is Justin Ebert, and I’m joined in the studio today by Ryan Vincent and Drew Moss. We all serve at Sunnybrook Christian Church in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and in 2026 we’re reading through the entire Bible together.

This podcast series is meant to take a look at interesting questions that arise from the text. This week’s readings come from 1 Samuel 11-31 and Romans 7-16. We’ll be discussing evil spirits sent by God, witches, ghosts, and completely solving all the biggest questions that arise from the book of Romans… well, maybe not all of them and maybe not completely…

We hope this conversation helps you lean in, think deeply, and grow in your delight in God’s Word. Enjoy.

This week on Consider This, Justin Ebert is joined by Jim Johnson and Drew Moss to discuss Ruth 1–4, 1 Samuel 1–10, and Romans 1–6. The conversation begins in Ruth, exploring the historical and cultural background of the book, the significance of Ruth as a Moabite, the themes of faithfulness and redemption, and the many ways this story points ahead to Jesus and the gospel. Then, in 1 Samuel, they look at the spiritual condition of Israel, the failure of its leaders, the significance of Hannah, Samuel, and Saul, and the reasons Israel demanded a king—along with what these chapters reveal about God’s kingship and the coming of a greater King. Finally, the guys discuss how the Gospel is the power of God.

Links:

-BibleProject on Ruth: https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-ruth/

-BibleProject on Samuel: https://bibleproject.com/guides/books-of-samuel/

-BibleProject on Romans: https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-romans/

-OCC NEXT Level on Romans: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAhFi-fpiIJ0ir0QyYVaoAtmU7pzVFVFj

CT 204 Foolish Vows and Mysterious Endings by Sunnybrook Christian Church

This week on Consider This, Justin Ebert is joined by Jim Johnson and Ryan Vincent to discuss Joshua 19–24, Judges 1–8, and Mark 14–15. The conversation highlights the closing chapters of Joshua, the importance of covenant faithfulness, and the transition into the chaotic world of Judges. Along the way, they explore key background for reading Judges well and how the book points beyond itself to the need for a greater Deliverer. Then, in Mark 14–15, they reflect on Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane, His testimony before the high priest, and the mystery of the cross—asking what it means for the Son to submit to the Father’s will, whether Jesus is making a claim to divinity, and what is happening within the Trinity in the moment of crucifixion.

Understanding Judges from BibleProject:

https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-judges/

3-Part Women in Ministry Podcast:

(1) https://on.soundcloud.com/kGvS8B6rWmOBpSFYWh

(2) https://on.soundcloud.com/7gSeOvl3HAZoWmKg4L

(3) https://on.soundcloud.com/55bfr6mUMTf4EcvaBY

Position Paper from Sunnybrook on Women in Ministry:

https://s3.amazonaws.com/media.cloversites.com/96/96421863-a40d-42a3-bd45-984e10ae9a7b/documents/Our_Beliefs_About_Women_in_Ministry.pdf

This week on Consider This, Justin Ebert sits down with Jack Merrill and Ryan Vincent to explore Joshua 1–18 and Mark 13. They discuss Joshua’s call to courage, the Israelite conquest, and the objections many have about God from this narrative. In Mark 13, the conversation turns to Jesus’ Olivet Discourse, His warnings about coming judgment, and the call for His followers to remain faithful and alert.

Additional Resources:

https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-joshua/

https://a.co/d/085dtkgU

https://store.thegospelcoalition.org/product/9780578462011/evangelism-as-exiles-paperback

This week on Consider This, Justin Ebert sits down with Morgan Weece and Ryan Vincent to explore Deuteronomy 18–34 and Mark 11–12. From the promise of a prophet like Moses to Moses’ final blessing and death, they unpack the closing chapters of Deuteronomy and their significance. In Mark, they will break down questions that arise from Jesus flipping tables in the temple, the cursing of the fig tree, and sacrificial living.

Additional Resources:

https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-deuteronomy/

https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-mark/

This week on Consider This, Justin Ebert sits down with Alec Sheets and Drew Moss to explore Deuteronomy 1–17 and Mark 9–10. Together they discuss Moses’ call for Israel to remember God’s faithfulness and love Him with all their heart, soul, and strength, along with key instructions about worship, leadership, and covenant faithfulness. In Mark, the conversation turns to the transfiguration and Jesus’ teaching on service and greatness.

Additional resources:

https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-deuteronomy/

https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-mark/

This week on Consider This, Justin Ebert sits down with Ryan Vincent and Drew Henderson to explore Numbers 21–36 and Mark 7–8. From the bronze serpent and Balaam’s troubling story to the purpose of the cities of refuge, we unpack the theology and tension of Israel’s journey. In Mark, we wrestle with Jesus’ warnings about tradition and the heart, Jesus' gradual healing, and what it really means to take up our cross.

This week on Consider This, Justin Ebert is joined by Ryan Vincent and Drew Moss to discuss Numbers 1–20 and Mark 5–6. Together, they explore the purpose and themes of Numbers, Israel’s cycles of complaint and rebellion, the priestly blessing, divine impassibility, tithing, and Moses striking the rock. In Mark, the conversation turns to Jesus walking on water, and the moments in Christ’s ministry that most astonish us.