Guide Through the Bible

As we continue our study in Acts, a new influential figure emerges: Saul, later known as Paul. In this episode, Trulan Martin and host Anthony walk us through the remarkable event of Saul's conversion. Once a persecutor of the church, Saul encountered Jesus on the road to Damascus. He went from hunting down Followers of the Way to becoming a pivotal voice in proclaiming Jesus as the Son of God. Together, we explore what it means to "call on the name of the Lord" and why God called Saul home to wait nearly a decade before his ministry to the Gentiles could begin. Along the way, we reflect on how God’s timing is perfect, even when it requires seasons of waiting.

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How does the Gospel break down walls? Joined by guest Trulan Martin, we begin Part 2 of Acts, looking at Acts 8. We see how the persecution led by Saul scattered the early church and propelled the gospel beyond Jerusalem. They follow Philip the evangelist as he preaches the Gospel in Samaria and to an Ethiopian official. Along the way, we dig into the history of the Samaritans, examine the strange account of Simon the Sorcerer, and see how God strategically used Peter and John in Samaria to tear down centuries of hostility between two people groups. This episode helps us reflect on the walls we put up in our lives and how the Gospel breaks those divisions down.

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Why was Stephen rejected and stoned? In this episode, Anthony High steps into the role of Bible teacher, switching seats with Arlin, who hosts the conversation. They examine Acts 7, which shows the life of Stephen, the first Christian martyr. He was rejected for boldly proclaiming the truth before the Sanhedrin. In his speech, Stephen confronts the sins of the culture and exposes patterns of rebellion throughout Israel’s history. Though the Sanhedrin were “cut to the heart,” they chose to reject the message, harden their hearts, and stone him. This episode reveals how ignoring truth can be detrimental to our spiritual lives, and challenges listeners to consider whether they will recognize and respond to God’s voice or resist Him.

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Where does your true loyalty lie? In this episode, Tony High and guest teacher Jeremy Sensenig step into the tension and “messiness” of Acts 5–6. They explore a challenging truth: our primary loyalty shapes our integrity—and that loyalty is ultimately driven by our deepest fear. From the sobering account of Ananias and Sapphira to the apostles’ bold stand before the council, this conversation wrestles with what it really means to “obey God rather than men,” while highlighting the marks of a healthy, Spirit-led church and key insights for everyday faith. SOCIAL LINKS

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The Church is unstoppable when empowered by the Holy Spirit. Our guest teacher, Serge Penner, along with host Anthony, studies Acts 3–4 and examines how the Holy Spirit’s power radiates through the early Church. In these chapters, we see God’s Spirit shape a community that learns to expect—to see God at work, to speak about Jesus and His Kingdom, and to show up together in faithful, public witness. This episode challenges us as the church to be radiant witnesses in dark places.

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One of the most profound moments in history is Pentecost: when God poured out His Spirit onto his people. In this episode, Arlin, our guest Bible teacher, joins host Anthony to explore Acts 2, where this amazing event occurred. They unpack the significance of the Holy Spirit's coming at the Feast of Pentecost, the signs that accompanied His arrival, and how our lives are changed by His presence. They also uncover the significance of Peter’s sermon, showing how this event marked the birth of the global church.

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The Book of Acts begins with Jesus’ final moments on earth. In this episode, Arlin and Anthony explore Acts 1, where Jesus does two key things before His ascension—He gives convincing proofs of His resurrection and teaches about the kingdom of God. He also gives His followers three important promises: the coming of the Holy Spirit, the power they will receive to be His witnesses, and His return at the end of time.

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Acts is usually called the Acts of the Apostles, but it could be called the Acts of Jesus. In this episode, Arlin joins our podcast host, Anthony, to introduce this exciting new series and outline what we will be learning together on the podcast. In Acts, we see the continuation of Jesus' work through the church that turns the world upside down. Arlin outlines the major themes we will focus on and explores which parts of Acts are descriptive and which are prescriptive for our lives.

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Do you need to see to believe? In this final episode studying Mark 10, Anthony and J. Mark reflect on the healing of Blind Bartimaeus. Though a blind beggar, Bartimaeus recognized Jesus as the Messiah when many around him did not. His persistent faith led to his healing—his sight restored through the compassion of Christ. Join us as we explore this passage and discover the depth of Jesus’ abounding compassion not only for Bartimaeus, but for us as well.

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What is the path to greatness according to Jesus? On today’s episode, J. Mark and Anthony walk through Mark 10:32-45, where Jesus predicts his death for the 3rd time and redefines what true greatness looks like in the Kingdom of God. They outline three steps that help us to be great in the Kingdom of God—ascending into suffering, correcting our misunderstandings about greatness and suffering, and descending into service. While the world equates greatness with wealth, power, and prestige, Jesus reveals a radically different path that is marked by suffering, service, and sacrifice.

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